Aetna Institute of Quality® Recognizes Excellence in Bariatric Care

PINEHURST-The Metabolic & Weight Management Center's bariatric program has been designated an Aetna Institute of Quality® (IOQ) bariatric facility for treating individuals living with morbid or extreme obesity.

Facilities achieve IOQ status by consistently delivering safe, effective care. Aetna shares information about quality and cost with its members to help them choose facilities that best meet their health care needs.

"This recognition reflects the outstanding outcomes and commitment to safety our team delivers every day," said David Grantham, M.D., general and bariatric surgeon with Pinehurst Surgical Clinic and the Metabolic & Weight Management Center.

"It's gratifying to know our patients can feel confident they are receiving care that meets rigorous national standards."

Comprehensive Bariatric Surgery Options

The Metabolic & Weight Management Center offers minimally invasive and robotic weight-loss procedures, including:

• Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
• Gastric Sleeve
• Revision Surgery

"Our program is about much more than surgery-it's about giving patients the tools, education and support to make lifelong changes," said Raymond Washington, M.D., general and bariatric surgeon.

"This designation from Aetna is further proof that our comprehensive approach is making a difference."

Patients at the Metabolic & Weight Management Center are supported by a multidisciplinary team of board certified surgeons, nurses, dietitians, behavioral health professionals and support staff who work together to help patients achieve lasting success.

Learn More About Bariatric Surgery

For more information about the bariatric surgery program, visit https://www.WeightLossNC.org or call (910) 725-7966.

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