TOGA Study
Enrollment is also starting for a novel surgical approach to obesity.  To read about qualifying for this incisionless clinical trial, clinic here or you may call 866-678-8399 to reach the TOGA screening line.  You may also attend a free informational seminar on December 6th or December 13th at 11 a.m.  To register for this seminar after calling the TOGA screening line, email our study coordinator

Diabetes Surgery Study
On December 2, 2008, 10pm, WCCO will air a segment regarding a surgical treatment study for diabetes.  To learn more about this study, please attend a free informational seminar on December 6th or December 13th at 9 a.m.  Call 612-626-6666 to register or email the study coordinator.  For more information on the Diabetes Surgery Study, click here.

Type 2 Diabetes Research Study
If you have Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus....
The University of Minnesota is conducting a study that compares two approaches to treating type 2 diabetes in patients who are overweight (moderately obese).  One treatment combines gastric bypass surgery and medical therapy; the other treatment involves medical therapy alone.  The cost of care will be covered by the study. 

You may qualify if you:
-Are between 35 and 60 years of age
-Have a BMI (Body Mass Index) between 30 and 35
-Are willing to commit to two (2) years of follow-up care

Information will be kept confidential. 

If interested please call:
Dr. Sayeed Ikramuddin, M.D.
at the University of Minnesota
Division of Bariatric Surgery
email: ikram003@umn.edu
or call 612-245-2575