Dr. Halim Charbel

11/14/2025

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10/16/2025

We know this shutdown is hard on many families in our community — and we’re here to help. 💙

At Digestive Care Specialists, we’re offering special support options for federal employees affected by the shutdown. Because your health shouldn’t have to wait.

Reach out to us to learn how we can help you during this time.

📞 (301) 288-1319
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08/01/2025

Loved discussing endoscopic weight loss procedures such as the Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) on GI Endocast along with Katelyn Cole RD.

In this episode of EndoCast, we sit down with Dr. Halim Charbel and registered dietitian Kaitlyn Cole to explore the evolving landscape of endobariatrics. Wh...

07/04/2025

🎉 Big news!

We’re now performing Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) at Holy Cross Germantown Hospital.

✨ ESG is a non-surgical, endoscopic weight loss procedure that can help you lose up to 20% of your body weight, with no incisions and faster recovery.

💡 Insurance Coverage:
✔️ Medicare covers ESG if you meet bariatric surgery criteria
✔️ Some commercial insurance plans may cover ESG on a case-by-case basis with prior authorization

🌟 Ready to take the next step in your weight loss journey?

📲 Call us at (301) 288-1319 to schedule your consultation.

Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) is now offered at Holy Cross Germantown Hospital with insurance coverage. A non-surgical weight loss option. Lose weight today!

03/01/2025

With changes in semaglutide availability, many are wondering: What's next?
The good news? There are effective alternatives to keep your weight loss journey on track.
From medical solutions to nutrition plans, let's explore the best options for you!
Get in touch (301-288-1319) to book a consultation and start your weight loss journey with us.

11/11/2024

Be your best again! GLP-1 medications, dietitian support, and insurance accepted. Start your journey today!

✔️ our effective medical weight loss program with weight loss medications, medical supervision by obesity experts, and dietitian counseling.

11/10/2023

Great new tool in our fight against . weekly injection produces great results.

Discover Zepbound (Tirzepatide), the newest FDA-approved weight loss medication. Learn if it's the right choice for your weight loss journey.

08/02/2023

August is Gastroparesis Awareness Month, and this month, we recognize all patients diagnosed with gastroparesis and their caretakers.
Visit the AGA GI Patient Center to learn more and to find tips for nutrition and eating with gastroparesis: https://ow.ly/tg7F50PlUYz.

August is Gastroparesis Awareness Month, and this month, we recognize all patients diagnosed with gastroparesis and their caretakers.

Gastroparesis, also known as delayed gastric emptying, is when the stomach does not work the right way, and it has trouble clearing out its contents.

For individuals with gastroparesis, symptoms and severity vary, but common symptoms include:
🟢 Nausea.
🟢 Feeling full, even when eating only a small amount of food.
🟢 Throwing up.

While gastroparesis is a chronic condition, there are treatment options to help manage symptoms:
🟢 Nutrition therapy
🟢 Medication
🟢 Surgery (in severe cases)

Visit the AGA GI Patient Center to learn more and to find tips for nutrition and eating with gastroparesis: https://ow.ly/tg7F50PlUYz.

07/15/2023

10 Tips to Enjoy Summer Cookouts Without Gaining Weight!

Discover 10 strategies to survive summer cookout temptations while staying true to your weight loss goals. Have fun without gaining weight!

03/26/2023

ESG is a minimally invasive, outpatient, non-surgical procedure. There are no incisions and no scars. Patients go home the same day and return to work in 2-3 days.

ESG is less invasive than Sleeve Gastrectomy. It is an outpatient, non-surgical procedure (No incisions, no scars). ESG is safer with faster recovery and does not cause acid reflux.

02/19/2023

10 protein-packed snacks that guarantee you are hitting your macronutrient goals and staying energized throughout the day!

A snack may be needed to manage hunger. The key is to go for snacks that contain protein. Proteins promote fullness and stabilize your blood sugar levels.

02/17/2023

ESG is an outpatient, non-surgical, minimally invasive weight loss procedure. No incisions, no scars, safe, long-term .