Bariatric Fashion Show Participants
Lose 1,096 Pounds

Warrensburg, MO (March 27, 2018)—Western Missouri Medical Center’s (WMMC) bariatric surgery program hosted its second annual Bariatric Fashion Show on March 20.

This event highlighted the successful transformation of 12 patients who have undergone surgical weight loss at Surgical Services of Warrensburg. The group has lost a total of 1096 pounds through the weight loss program.

Participants in the fashion show wore the latest fashions from Goody’s and CATO.

“This annual event is a fun way for our patients’ family and friends, as well as our bariatric program staff, to celebrate their journey to a healthier lifestyle,” said Robert Kenney, DO, Bariatric Surgeon. “We enjoy getting to acknowledge their successes and dedication in a public way.”

Amira Ghazali, MD, acted as the master of ceremonies for the event, describing each participant’s journey. Dr. Kenney handed out flowers to each participant and congratulated them on their success.

WMMC recently announced that the bariatric program received the Comprehensive Center accreditation through the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP), an initiative of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.

Those interested in learning more about weight loss surgery can call (660) 747-5558 to set up an appointment or visit WMMC.com/bariatric to view the online weight loss seminar and learn more about surgical weight loss procedures.

About Western Missouri Medical Center
Western Missouri Medical Center (WMMC) is a fully-accredited acute care county medical center located in Warrensburg, MO. WMMC prides itself in emergency care, obstetrics, orthopedic and general surgery, family healthcare, internal medicine, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care, rehabilitation services and more. Inpatient services include medical, surgical, intensive, obstetrical, orthopedic, pediatric and skilled nursing care, as well as a wide range of therapeutic and diagnostic outpatient services. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Contact: Tara Carlyle
System Director of Communications and Development
(660) 262-7497
tcarlyle@wmmc.com