Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Bariatric Surgery Program The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Bariatric Surgery program, which includes experienced mental health professionals, dietitians, nurses and physicians, is dedicated to helping patients safely realize weight loss success. If you are interested in learning more about our program, please register to attend our free open house. This event consists of a one-hour seminar held at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital in January, April, July and October each year. You will have an opportunity to meet our bariatric surgeons and support team, learn about the procedures we perform, ask questions about risks and benefits of surgery and begin the process of qualifying for surgery. Anyone interested in pursuing bariatric surgery at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital must first attend this open house. If it's not possible to attend in person, you may watch an online version of the seminar (see below). All attendees are invited to stay for our free Bariatric Surgery Support Group after the open house concludes. Registration is required. Register online or call +233-2400-00000 to register. Free Online Seminar If you're unable to attend our open house in person, you may watch the following video about the risks and benefits of bariatric surgery. After viewing the video, please fill out the form below (link is below the video). You will then have the opportunity to print a packet of information to start your evaluation process for bariatric surgery. After viewing the video, please make enquiries to begin the new patient evaluation process. Our Procedures The Kings & Queens Medical University College & KQTH weight loss surgery program performs two weight loss operations for the treatment of obesity. We also perform revisions of previous procedures for complications or in some cases failure to lose weight or weight regain. The program currently offers the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass and the Sleeve Gastrectomy. Below is a brief overview of each of these procedures. Roux en Y Gastric Bypass Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is both restrictive and malabsorbtive. The stomach is stapled and divided to create a small pouch that dramatically restricts portion size and gives the feeling of fullness after just a few bites of food. Sleeve Gastrectomy Sleeve gastrectomy is a restrictive procedure. During this procedure, the surgeon creates a long thin tube (sleeve) out of the stomach. Adolescent Surgery The Adolescent Bariatric Program at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital was created to provide high-quality, comprehensive services to deliver the best outcomes for our youngest weight-loss surgery patients. Non-surgical Options The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Weight Management Center offers a wide range of non-surgical and research programs, for those individuals who decide that bariatric surgery is not for them. We offer programs to serve the different needs of different people. However, all of our work with patients includes a strong emphasis on helping them to make the long-term lifestyle changes that are so important for success in the long run. More information on our Weight Management Center Our Team Most bariatric surgeons and insurance providers recommend and support a team approach to bariatric surgery. KQTH's team approach consists of four components: • surgical • nutritional • psychological • medical This multidisciplinary team evaluates the patient before surgery and provides education and treatment after surgery. This team delivers medical, nutritional, and psychological care, and looks at lifestyle changes following surgery. Learn more about the bariatric surgery program team: • Surgeons • Dietitians • Psychologists • Physician Assistants • Administrative Coordinators Getting Started The first step on your journey to bariatric surgery is to determine if bariatric surgery is right for you. If it is, then there are steps that you need to complete on your journey. If bariatric surgery is not right for you, but you still are determined to lose weight, you can explore some of our non-surgical weight loss options offered by the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Weight Management Center. If you're ready to start the journey, sign up for one of our free informational seminars about the surgery process. Patient Resources Post-Surgery Podcasts Post-Weight Loss Plastic Surgery Classes for Patients Bariatric Support Group Patient Testimonials Insurance & Financing Awards & Distinctions Proud to be a National Health Insurance Scheme Center Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital bariatric surgery program has been recognized for its expertise in delivering specialty care. Ghana National Insurance Scheme understand patients deserve peace of mind when making important healthcare decisions with your doctor. That's why they developed the NHIS recognition program to identify facilities with proven expertise in delivering specialty care. They turned to the medical community for input on how to measure facility performance. Evaluation criteria are based on what impacts you and your care the most, including: • The expertise of the medical team; • The number of times the facility has performed the procedure; • The facility's track record for procedure results
Women's Heart Care Program The Women's Heart Care Program at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital knows how to treat a lady. Our program is committed to the education of women about the risks of heart disease, and to state-of-the-art prevention, early detection and treatment of heart disease in women. The Women’s Heart Care Program simplifies cardiovascular care options by bringing together under one roof experts from: • Adult Cardiology • Preventive Cardiology • Clinical Lipidology • Endocrinology • Gynecology • Psychology • Nutrition These specialists share the common goal of empowering women to take an active role in their care with the aid of personalized risk profiles and tailored strategies for healthier lifestyles. Additional Resources • Preventing heart disease in women • Heart disease risks for women • Heart attacks and women • Symptoms of heart disease in women
Hand & Upper Extremity Service Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Hand, Wrist, and Microvascular Surgery Service provides comprehensive care for all problems affecting the fingers, hand and wrist. We have an experienced multidisciplinary medical team including fellowship-trained Orthopedic Hand and Wrist Surgeons, Hand Therapists, Nurses and Technicians that work together to provide the best possible care available. We offer state of the art non operative and operative treatment options including injections, minimally invasive, arthroscopic, and microsurgical techniques. Our Certified Hand Therapists work hand in hand with the surgeons to tailor therapy programs that optimize your recovery and results. Whether your goal is to get back to work, sports, or just relief of pain, our team is ready to assist you every step of the way. Schedule your appointment in one of our Hand and Wrist Clinics and experience the advantage of our specialized team approach and cutting-edge resources here at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital . Our Team The Orthopaedic Hand and Upper Extremity team is dedicated to listening carefully and with empathy to our patients and providing the most appropriate treatment options in coordination with our patients and their families. Our team includes the following physicians: Common Problems Treated Nerve: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Nerve Injuries, Hand Numbness and Tingling Tendon: Trigger Finger, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendon Injuries, Flexor and Extensor Tendon Lacerations, de Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Tendon Transfers Fractures: Finger Fractures, Hand Fractures, Wrist Fracture, Boxer's Fracture, Scaphoid Fracture, Distal Radius Fracture, Forearm Fracture, Malunions, Nonunions Arthritis: Hand and Wrist Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Thumb Arthritis, CMC Arthritis, SLAC Wrist Cysts and Tumors: Hand and Forearm Tumors, Ganglion Cyst, Mucous Cyst, Osteochondroma, Giant Cell Tumor, Dupuytren's Contracture Ligaments: Hand, Wrist and Elbow Ligament Injuries, Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injuries, Gamekeeper's Thumb, Skier's Thumb, Scapholunate Ligament Injuries, TFCC Tears, DRUJ instability, Sports Injuries Services Offered Nonoperative and Operative Treatment Options Minimally Invasive Techniques Wrist Arthroscopy Microsurgery Hand Therapy Injections Xiaflex Treatment for Dupuytren’s Contractures Fracture Care Casting, Splinting Custom Splints and Braces Worker’s Compensation Care
