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 The Weight and Wellness Center is a lead investigator in the ReCharge clinical research study that is being conducted at selected Centers of Excellence in the US. It is testing a new medical/surgical device called VBLOC Therapy that includes an implantable device and an external belt device to control weight loss.
The study is being conducted to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of VBLOC Therapy. If selected to participate, you will receive implantation of the investigational device and participate in a medical  weight management program. This program will provide education and advice on diet, exercise and behavior modification to assist you in meeting your eight loss goals.
Unlike other types of bariatric surgery that alter the stomach's anatomy, VBLOC Therapy is delivered by an implantable, investigation device intended to block signals carried on the vagus nerve between the brain and the digestive system that control sensation of hunger satisfaction and fullness.
VBLOC Therapy includes both external and implanted components. It may also be turned off and is designed to be reversible, programmable and non-invasively adjustable.
To be eligible, you must be between 18 and 65 and have a BMI of between 35 and 45. You must sign an informed consent form, and meet other criteria during an exam.
More information about this clinical research study will be provided at a future date.
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