The Team For Surgical Weight Loss

The VCU Surgical Weight Loss Center's Program is unique in its approach to the care of the morbidly obese patient. Our multi-disciplinary, team approach enables us to meet the needs of our patients on many different levels, improving patient satisfaction and patient care.

The Surgeons:
Dr. James W. Maher
Dr. John M. Kellum
Dr. James G. Bittner IV

The Bariatric Fellow 2012-2013:
Dr. Angel Reyes

The Bariatric Nurse Coordinator:
Jill Meador, RN, BSN

The Nurse Practitioner:
Leah Loomis, NP

The Statistician:
Luke Wolfe, MS

The Psychologist:
Mary Ellen Olbrisch, Ph.D.

The Dietitians:
Janet V. Starkey, RD, CDE
Rachel Lyons, RD

Support Staff & Patient Relations