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Weight loss surgery seminar April 30

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April 21, 2011

The Center for Surgical Weight Management will hold a weight loss surgery information seminar and health fair from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. April 30 at Gwinnett Medical Center-Duluth, 3620 Howell Ferry Road.

Khaliah Ali, daughter of heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali, will speak about her lifelong struggle with obesity and her decision to have weight loss surgery. The event is free and open to the public. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, call 678-312-5000.

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