Lily Chang Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS

Dr. Lily Chang, Bariatric Surgeon Lily Chang, MD, FACS is the Medical Director of the Virginia Mason Francisan Health Center for Weight Management.  She is board-certified surgeon as well as the Program Director of the General Surgery Residency Program. Dr. Chang specializes in Minimally Invasive Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, Esophageal Disorders, and General Surgery. She received a B.A. in Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of California and earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine Boston, MA, graduating with honors and completed her internship and residency at the University of Washington Medical Center where she also completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Chang is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), the Pacific Coast Surgical Association (PCSA), Virginia Mason Surgical Association (VMSA), Seattle Surgical Society (SSS), and Harkins Surgical Society (HSS). She is the recipient of many honors and awards and has authored numerous articles and abstracts in peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Chang has lectured and presented on a variety of topics throughout her medical career. Weight Loss Surgery in Seattle Seeing a patient improve, get better and giving them the support they need to get through a difficult time, I think that's what's most special. I think weight loss surgery has a very physical, medical, and psychological impact on patients and I would say as a group, all of those patients are extremely thankful. It's an operation that changes their lives in so many ways. -Dr. Chang As a patient, your weight loss surgery support continues beyond having surgery. Dr. Chang and her team are with you for the long haul with any questions or issues that arise. Dr. Chang is dedicated to excellence in patient care and safety. She will take the time to spend with you, so you have the education and understanding of your bariatric surgery and she will answer your questions. Dr. Chang is experienced in performing weight loss surgery procedures including the Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG), Gastric Bypass (RNY), Revisional Bariatric Surgery, and the Adjustable Gastric Band (Lap-Band). Dr. Chang performs weight loss surgery at the Virginia Mason Franciscan Health  Seattle Main Clinic and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Bellingham location.  Bariatric Surgery in Washington Dr. Lily Chang and her multidisciplinary team are what make the Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Bariatric Surgery Program different. If you are ready to change your life and get control of your weight loss struggles, we are here to help.  You can begin your journey with us. If you’d like more information or schedule a consultation give us a call. We’re excited to hear from you to begin your transformational weight loss surgery journey!

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