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Read the answers to previously asked questions about weight loss surgery by experts at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
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Dozens of weight loss stories are woven into this inspirational quilt entitled "I think I CAN, I know I CAN, NOW I CAN." The patches display sayings from dozen of those who have been through weight loss surgery. Read more and view quilt photo gallery