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A Letter to Our Patients Regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
The health and welfare of our patients and team members are paramount. Central Carolina Surgery (CCS) is committed to taking proactive precautions for the wellbeing of our patients. CCS leaders regularly discuss the ongoing outbreak of COVID-19 and stay up-to-date with current COVID-19 resources such as the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and The North …
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Your Weight Loss Surgery Recovery
Weight loss surgery is a large undertaking and it’s not right for everyone. There’s a lot to know about the process in general, and many things you will need to do to prepare, both before and after surgery. For many people, bariatric surgery recovery is a particular point of concern, especially for those who have …
Read MorePhysical Activity Before and After Weight Loss Surgery
As those considering weight loss surgery know, exercise is a critical part of effectively overcoming obesity following a bariatric procedure. In addition to being a cornerstone of healthy living, regular bariatric exercises can encourage burning of calories and make losing weight even easier than simply monitoring diet alone. For many people who have weight loss …
Read MoreFAQs About Bariatric Surgery
At Central Carolina Surgery Bariatrics, we are committed to providing you with accurate answers to all of your bariatric surgery questions. To help you better understand what to expect before and after gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and adjustable gastric banding, we’ve prepared this list of bariatric surgery FAQs: Weight Loss FAQs – Before The Procedure …
Read MoreImportance of Weight Loss Support
Weight loss surgery is a big undertaking, both physically and emotionally. Making changes to your body can be hard to process, particularly when your appearance begins to change rapidly. However, the right weight loss support group can make a big difference in recovery, ensuring you are in a good place as you pursue the benefits …
Read MoreHealthy Eating Tips for the Holidays
The holidays are a time for fun and frivolity, providing plenty of ways to escape from the banalities of daily life. From parties with friends and family to seasonal celebrations at work, there’s lots of excitement to be had as one year gives way to the next. For those who are either working to lose …
Read More7 Ways to Avoid Bariatric Surgery Complications
Nearly 40% of adults in the United States struggle with obesity according to the Centers for Disease Control. A condition closely related to serious medical issues, like heart disease and diabetes, obesity can cripple your ability to enjoy life. When you’ve decided to combat obesity with surgery, it’s important you understand how to avoid bariatric …
Read MoreNational Obesity Care Week: Preventing Obesity One Patient at a Time
Coast to coast, millions of Americans invest significant time and energy into achieving weight loss goals each year, often to look better or feel better. However, weight loss is about more than vanity; it’s an issue of health with complications associated with being overweight continuing to escalate. National Obesity Care Week 2018 seeks to highlight …
Read MoreA United Healthcare Bariatric Center of Excellence
Central Carolina Surgery (CCS Bariatrics) in conjunction with Cone Health’s Wesley Long Hospital is pleased to announce our recertification as a UnitedHealthcare Bariatric Center of Excellence. As a premier achievement for Bariatric Resource Services nationwide, we are proud to be among the top tier of bariatric surgery centers in North Carolina and beyond. By receiving …
Read MoreCCS Phone update
CCS is still unable to make local calls but we are able to receive all calls. If you are in the 336 area code and are expecting a return call from us please answer if caller number is blocked. Staff is returning calls using cell phones.
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