Dr. Champion and his weight loss surgery practice, Videoscopic Institute of Atlanta PC, has been recognized as an "ASBS Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery"
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Associated with the American Society for Bariatric Surgery
Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery
Board Certified by the American Medical Association
Associated with the American College of Surgeons
Welcome to Videoscopic Institute of Atlanta
Our practice is proud to be recognized as a "Center of Excellence" for Bariatric Surgery. We began performing laparoscopic weight loss surgery in 1995 and have 13 years of experience with over 2100 cases.
“I am 7 years out from my surgery and have lost approximately 190lbs. I set a few personal goals for myself to participate in certain events. So far, I have participated in 5 Peachtree Road Races, 6 Half Marathons and 3 Full Marathons. I will soon start training for my 4th Full Marathon.I am thankful for many things; Most of all for being alive and healthy!
-Tina, Atlanta Georgia, Bariatric Surgery Patient
J. K. Champion M.D. F.A.C.S. is a nationally recognized expert in videoscopic general and thoracic surgery. After receiving his medical degree from The University of Alabama, he completed his general surgery training at Carraway Methodist Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama in 1981. In addition he received his thoracic surgery training at The University of West Virginia in 1983. Dr. Champion is board certified by The American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
He is a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons, Society of Surgery of the Alimentary Tract and the American Society of Bariatric Surgery. He currently holds an academic position as Clinical Professor of Surgery at Mercer University, and has served as Director of Endosurgical Education at the Emory Endosurgical Center, Emory University School of Medicine.
Dr. Champion has written numerous surgical textbook chapters and actively publishes articles on advanced videoscopic surgical techniques he has developed or refined. He lectures and teaches extensively in the United States, Europe and Asia.
Top Benefits:
Free Lifetime After Care and Follow Up Programs Offered
Local, Online, and Out-Of-State Support Groups throughout Georgia, Alabama and South Carolina
A Highly Trained Staff Dedicated to Diligent Follow Through
Dedicated Center of Excellence
Extensive Experience With Over 2100 Procedures Performed
Some of our most asked about procedures:Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery, Revision Surgery, Lapband (Laparoscopic Gastric Banding), Gastroplasty.
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“I am 7 years out from my surgery and have lost approximately 190lbs. I set a few personal goals for myself to participate in certain events. So far, I have participated in 5 Peachtree Road Races, 6 Half Marathons and 3 Full Marathons. I will soon start training for my 4th Full Marathon.I am thankful for many things; Most of all for being alive and healthy!
