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The Surgeon

Manuel E. Castro               MD, PhD, FACS

Designated Center of Excellence by American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS)

 When surgery becomes necessary to control your weight and improve your health, what you need most is someone you can trust. You want an experienced surgeon who cares for you before, during and after surgery.  Dr. Castro is totally dedicated to the care of morbidly obese patients. He has performed over 1200 weight loss surgery procedures.  Dr. Castro performs the Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass, the Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band or Lap Band and the Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve. He also performs revisional weight loss surgery and follow-up of weight loss surgery patients.

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OUR LATEST NEWS

Happy Anniversary Dr. Castro!

Methodist Weight Management Institute welcomed Manuel E. Castro, MD, PhD, FACS one year ago this month: 

(February 16, 2007. "Spirit"*) Sisters Margie and Norma have always been close.  “She is my best friend,” says Norma about her sister, “We have shared many things over the years, including all of the triumphs and all of the struggles.”  One of the struggles they share was a constant battle with weight loss.  

When weight began to affect their health and quality of life, the two sisters shared help from bariatric surgeon Dr. Manuel Castro. 

“Dr. Castro had an excellent reputation in El Paso,” said Norma, who worked side by side with Dr. Castro as a community volunteer, “He is one of those unique individuals who knows the importance of giving back.  He cares about his patients and his community.”

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New Beginnings Newsletter

Our Newsletter is Here!   It includes topics like Dr. Castro's Forum, Surgery Education, Nurse's Notes, Research, Think about it, Nutrition, Culinary, Fitness, Psychology, Spiritual and Holistic. We believe you'll find it very helpful and informative. Let us know if there are any other topics you would like to see or if you would like to contribute to this newsletter. We know that our patients are the best so we want to have a patient page also.  Send your comments to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Click here to read our newsletter!

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Special Diet Request cards are in!

As the general population learns more about weight loss surgery, some restaurants are willing to  offer smaller portions to bariatric patients or are allowing them to order off the children's menu. 

Stop by New Beginnings and pick up your card today! 

 

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Welcome to Our Website

If you are thinking about weight loss surgery, let Dr. Manuel E. Castro and New Beginnings Surgical Group, PA, help you take control of obesity.  We know that sustained weight loss is a tough challenge when you're morbidly obese. Our team is committed to providing you the highest level of patient care every step of the way. Dr. Castro operates in Dallas at Methodist Hospital, in Plano at the Prestonwood Surgery Center and in June will begin performing Lap-Bands at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center.

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Register Online for a Consultation with Dr. Castro

Click: mhd.remedymd.com to register for a consultation with Dr. Castro.

 
The Bypass Effect On Diabetes, Cancer

Click here to see the video of the 60 Minutes story that aired on April 20, 2008.

 
Real People, Real Results

 daphne-glamour shot.jpgDaphne works as a Medical Assistant and Patient Advocate at New Beginnings Surgical Group with Dr. Manuel Castro. She helps patients daily who are trying to get healthier through weight loss surgery.  Daphne is 29 years old; she’s 5’ 1” and weighed 205 pounds. Her BMI was 38.6 when she had a gastric bypass on Dec. 27, 2007.  Read Daphne's Update:

April 14th -  I have reached a new milestone. I have officially lost 50 lbs! SmileI don't know how to describe the joy that I feel now that I have lost all this weight. It kind of feels like a ton of bricks have been lifted off me. I have more energy and it feels great. I wish that I could have a drink to celebrate but since I am unable to drink alcoholic beverages for now, I will wait and have one on my 1 year anniversary .  Click here to see Daphne Before & Now

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Specializing in Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery

When you suffer with the problem of morbid obesity you want to have a more normal life. You want to use less medication for the many medical problems caused by obesity. You want to have less pain. You want to be able to play with your children or grandchildren. You want to “fit” in. Fit in the movie theater seat, fit in the airplane seat, fit in the restaurant booth. You want to have a better life.

At New Beginnings Surgical Group we offer the Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass, the Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band or the Lap-Band® System and the Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve. 

Severe obesity affects your health, your lifestyle and your ability to relate to others. Bariatric surgery is a highly successful long-term treatment for the problem of severe obesity, the associated diseases related to morbid obesity and the related issues of quality of life.

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State-by-State Obesity Rankings
These are the states with the highest percentage of obese adults:

1. Mississippi, 30.6% obese (last year's rank: 1)
2. West Virginia, 29.8% obese (last year's rank: 3)
3. Alabama, 29.4% obese (last year's rank: 2)
4. Louisiana, 28.2% obese (last year's rank: 4)
5. (tie for 5th) South Carolina, 27.8% obese (last year's rank: tied for 8th)
5. (tie for 5th) Tennessee, 27.8% obese (last year's rank: 6)

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