Resources for Families

At Children's National, we understand that families have many questions about their child's condition and care. Here is a list of frequently asked questions regarding bariatric weight loss surgery.

Childhood obesity is a serious health problem that affects many children. Childhood obesity often continues into adulthood and results in health complications. Obesity has been associated with several medical problems such as worsening of asthma, early onset of diabetes, serious injuries and fractured bone, and early heart disease.