Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery may be right for you if:
- Your BMI is 40 or higher.
- Your BMI is 35 to 39.9 and you suffer from one or more obesity related health problems such as Type II Diabetes or Hypertension.
- You have been overweight for more than 5 years.
- Your previous attempts to lose weight have only had short-term success.
- You do not have any other disease that may have caused your obesity.
- You are prepared to make substantial changes in your eating habits and lifestyle.
- You do not drink alcohol in excess.
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General Surgery
General and Advanced Surgeries Performed at Carney Hospital
Surgical Services at Carney Hospital include:
Primary Care
Many of our primary care providers hold faculty positions with Tufts University School of Medicine and also have specialty training in disciplines like cardiology, infectious disease and geriatrics.
You can choose a male or female provider and even one who speaks a second language.
Orthopedics
The Center for Orthopedics & Joint Replacement
Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery in Dorchester, MA
Our team of orthopedic physicians, nurses, physician assistants, an orthopedic technician and rehabilitation staff provide high-quality care with compassion and respect where you live.
Diagnostic Imaging
Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging Center in Dorchester, MA
State-of-the-art Imaging
Using advanced imaging technology is a key factor in diagnosing health problems. The installation of the latest imaging technology combined with diagnostic expertise demonstrates Carney Hospital's dedication to providing quality health services to our community.
Cardiology
Cardiology Services and Diagnostic Tests Available in Dorchester, MA
Services include:
- Cardiovascular medicine
- Vascular medicine
- Stress Test & Nuclear Stress Test
- Echocardiogram
- CPK/Cardiac Enzymes Blood Work
Carney Hospital provides an array of diagnostic tests for patients with a wide range of cardiac and vascular conditions, including:
Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health at Carney Hospital
Inpatient Behavioral Health Services
Carney Hospital’s mission is to provide comfortable quality care to individuals in need of an inpatient psychiatric setting. The inpatient program offers a secure 20-bed adult unit for short-term crisis intervention, 14-bed adolescent unit and 16-bed geriatric program serving older adults. Operating under a multidisciplinary team approach, the focus of patient treatment is on:
General Surgery
Monday through Thursday – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday – 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM