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The EndoBarrier
Dr Ashton comments on latest "anti-obesity" device January 2010

Obesity "experts" are already commenting on how much money the EndoBarrier could save the NHS. Dr David Ashton talks about the hype surrounding it.
First UK Gastric Band Operation Through The Belly Button

Medical Advancement in Obesity Surgery February 2009

In a British medical first, pioneering surgeon Professor Franco Favrettiand his team have performed the UK’s first SILS (Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery) gastric band implantation.

Maria before her operation

Computer to shrink the stomach! November 2006

The first computer adjustable gastric band operation will be undertaken by The Healthier Weight Centre on November 11th 2006 at BMI The Alexandra Hospital, Manchester.