Weightloss Surgery at San Jacinto Methodist Hospital
| Download San Jacinto Methodist Hospital Weight Management/Lap Band brochure (pdf) |
San Jacinto Methodist Hospital offers a safe, long-term solution for weight loss. Specialized dieticians, counselors and nurses work with the surgeon to help guide you through the program and help you achieve your weight loss goals.
Dr. Edward Pina, who is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery, has been specifically trained to perform the laparoscopic weight loss procedure – LAP-BAND® surgery.
Dr. Pina has been in private practice since 1994. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Texas Tech University, went on to receive his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston, and completed his Post-Graduate Training at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York. He has his Texas Medical License and is Board Certified in General Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
Dr. Pina currently performs the LAP-BAND® surgery which places an adjustable gastric band around the upper part of the stomach reducing stomach capacity and restricting the amount of food that can be consumed at one time. It is designed to help you lose excess body weight, improve weight-related health conditions, and enhance your overall quality of life.
Educational seminars are held at San Jacinto Methodist Hospital to provide you with more information on weight loss options that best meet your needs. For information on upcoming programs, please call 281-428-4401.
If you would like us to verify if this is a covered benefit for your insurance plan, you can complete the attached form and send back according to instructions.
Official Health Care Provider of:
Awards and Recognition:
