Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Program
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Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Program

Thank you for your interest in the Bariatric Fellowship Program at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg, Texas. This new program is the first bariatric fellowship program of its kind in South Texas, serving more than a million residents along the U. S.-Mexico border. The Rio Grande Valley is home to many of the highest prevalence rates of obesity, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our fellowship program aims to raise the standard of care in obesity treatment by training physicians in a comprehensive team approach from world-class bariatric surgeons.

DHR Health’s program is focused on addressing obesity with modern treatment strategies, research, and education. Our program is dedicated to providing you with a comprehensive and hands-on educational experience that will prepare you for a successful career in bariatric medicine. Patients at DHR Health have access to world-class management of obesity training and related diseases, bariatric surgery, clinical trials, treatment protocols, and additional research opportunities that are offered through the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute. At DHR Health, we are committed to staying at the forefront of bariatric medicine, research and treatment. Our team of experienced and passionate faculty members is dedicated to providing you with the knowledge and skills necessary to become leaders in bariatric medicine. We are thrilled to have you join us in our mission to provide exceptional patient care and advance the field of bariatric medicine.

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Mission and Program Aims

Mission Statement:
The Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Program along with DHR Health strives to provide an atmosphere that is conducive for learning and committed to training competent, board certified critical care physicians to provide care in the Rio Grande Valley area of Texas. Our aim is to provide fellows with the best education that will help them complete their training and mold them into caring and confident bariatric care surgeons who will uphold the high moral standards of their profession. As a fellowship program, we encourage the development of interdisciplinary clinical, research, and teaching programs between divisions, departments, and, extending to other industries.

Program Aims:
The Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Programs' aim is to provide specialized training to surgeons who wish to become experts in performing bariatric surgical procedures. The goal of our Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Program is to prepare surgeons to provide safe and effective care to patients undergoing bariatric surgery, and to become leaders in the field of bariatric surgery.

Goals of a bariatric surgery fellowship program may include:

  1. Developing proficiency in performing a range of bariatric surgical procedures, such as gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and adjustable gastric banding.
  2. Understanding the medical, psychological, and nutritional aspects of caring for bariatric surgery patients.
  3. Developing skills in patient selection, preoperative evaluation, and postoperative care.
  4. Learning about the latest advances in bariatric surgery research and technology.
  5. Understanding the role of bariatric surgery in the management of obesity-related health conditions.
  6. Developing effective communication and collaboration skills with other healthcare professionals involved in the care of bariatric surgery patients.

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