To someone considering the surgery, I would say “Imagine yourself healthy, happy and more confident”. Then, I would tell them to weigh the pros and cons, and to make a decision to not only alter their bodies, but their minds and lifestyles. The payoff is so worth the effort.
Meet Our Team
Surgeons
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James Cook, MD Bariatric Surgeon Medical Director, FRMC Surgical Weight Loss Program |
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Monty Cox, MD Bariatric Surgeon Medical Director, CVMC Surgical Weight Management Program |
Hickory Surgical Clinic Support Staff
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Lisa Craig Utilization (Insurance) |
Clinical & Support Staff – Frye Regional Medical Center
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Becky Steele, RD Dietitian Program Coordinator |
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Jock Stetz, RN Clinical Support |
Clinical & Support Staff – Catawba Valley Medical Center
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Libby Shaver, RN Clinical Support Program Coordinator |
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Lynn Geissele, RD Dietitian |
| Debra Engelmann, CSW Support Group Facilitator |
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The OR Team
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“Team Frye” |
| (coming soon….) | “Team Catawba” |
There are many people involved in helping our patients get through the surgical weight loss journey — before, during and after surgery. This is a list of some of those involved. There are many others who work “behind the scenes” to aid in the success of this program and we express our gratitude to all!
If you or someone you love is morbidly obese, please call us at (828) 327-9178 to get a full assessment of your condition. Weight loss surgery may be an option for you.
