Important Announcements

Nondiscrimination Statement Update

Boston Medical Center Health System complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), religion, culture, physical or mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression. BMCHS provides free aids and services to people with disabilities and free language services to people whose primary language is not English.

To see our full nondiscrimination statement, click here.

Campus Construction Update

Starting September 14, we’re closing the Menino building lobby entrance. This, along with the ongoing Yawkey building entrance closure, will help us bring you an even better campus experience that matches the exceptional care you've come to expect. Please enter the Menino and Yawkey buildings through the Moakley building, and make sure to leave extra time to get to your appointment. Thank you for your patience. 

Click here to learn more about our campus redesign. 

Weight Loss Surgery Options

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At Boston Medical Center, we offer two types of weight loss surgery: gastric bypass and gastric sleeve (vertical sleeve gastrectomy). These procedures, which are commonly performed laparoscopically, limit the amount of food you can eat and can result in excellent weight loss. There are some important differences that must be considered when you and your surgeon are deciding on the best procedure for you.

Revisional Weight Loss Surgery

The surgeons at Boston Medical Center also have extensive experience in performing "revisional" surgery for patients who have previously undergone a weight loss procedure. This includes the removal of adjustable gastric banding devices (the Lap Band®) or conversion to another type of weight loss surgery. In many cases, we are able to revise or optimize existing surgeries using laparoscopic or even incisionless techniques. If you are struggling with complications from previous weight loss surgery or simply would like a second opinion, please contact our offices at 617-414-8052 to schedule a consultation.