Dr. Jooyeun Chung, Medical Director
Dr. Chung is the medical director of the Metabolic & Weight Loss Center at Capital Health Medical Center - Hopewell. She is a fellowship-trained surgeon who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of metabolic disorders, with a special focus on minimally invasive procedures.
She has personally performed hundreds of weight loss surgeries. Before joining Capital Health, Dr. Chung was a surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and instructor at Harvard Medical School in Boston. She is board certified by the American Board of General Surgery, and a published author of several peer-reviewed papers.
Dr. Kashif Anwar, Medical Weight Loss Program
Dr. Kashif Anwar is board certified in obesity medicine and helps patients in our Medical Weight Loss Program achieve their goals by breaking harmful eating patterns and establishing lasting routines for long-term health. The program is a regimented, protein-based meal replacement plan that is strictly monitored by Dr. Anwar and his team. Replacement foods such as protein bars, shakes, pudding, and soups are part of a larger system of behavior modification, nutrition education, physical activity, and group support.
Meet the rest of the team
The program we’ve put together at Capital Health is unique in its comprehensive, integrated approach. We offer multiple disciplines all in one convenient location. By surrounding you with a highly experienced team, we address the medical, behavioral, and nutritional issues related to obesity.
We consider every aspect of your health, which is why your team not only includes Capital Health surgeons, like Dr. Chung, but also specialists in other disciplines critical to achieving success. Each has a special role in helping you achieve the outcome you desire. But remember, you’re a part of this team, too. In fact, you’re its most important member.
Registered Dietitians
You’ll work, one-on-one and in a group setting, with our registered dietitians to prepare you for weight loss surgery and long-term maintenance. The focus will be on offering solutions to problematic eating behaviors and nutritional issues.
Emily Santora, MS, RDN
Emily is a registered dietitian nutritionist who works with patients in Capital Health’s bariatric surgery program, meal replacement program, and those who are using weight loss medications. Emily is passionate about helping patients reach their weight loss goals through nutrition education and counseling. She focuses on making realistic lifestyle changes that are individually tailored to each patient for sustainable weight loss.
Emily received her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in nutrition from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey, where she also completed her internship in the Rutgers University Individualized Supervised Practice Program. Emily joined Capital Health Metabolic & Weight Loss Center in 2022 after previously working with inpatients at Capital Health on surgical, oncology, and cardiac units. Emily was born and raised in New Jersey and grew up in Hopewell Township.
Jacqueline Yank, MS, RDN
Jacqueline Yank is a registered dietitian nutritionist at Capital Health Metabolic & Weight Loss Center. Jacqueline works with patients who are in the Medical Weight Loss Program (using either meal replacement or medication). She focuses on sustainable diet and lifestyle changes to help patients meet their nutrient needs and improve their overall health.
Jacqueline received her Bachelor of Science degree in nutritional sciences (with a minor in psychology) from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Jacqueline also earned her Master of Science degree in clinical nutrition from Rutgers, where she simultaneously completed her supervised practice hours at different locations, including Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Rutgers Sports Nutrition, Integrated Nutrition Therapy, and Kessler Institute of Rehabilitation.
Psychologist
The decision to undergo weight loss surgery requires careful thought. It’s a decision that is complex, intensely personal, and means permanent lifestyle changes. For these reasons, we require a behavioral health evaluation with our psychologist. We’ll discuss your expectations and motivations. We’ll work with you to consider the habits, behaviors, and emotions that can affect your success. We’ll make sure you understand the lifelong implications of this decision. Success is only possible with full commitment and compliance.
Education and support groups
Being surrounded by people who are on the same life-changing journey as you can contribute enormously to helping you reach a healthier weight. You learn from others who have already had the surgery. You’re part of a group that understands exactly what you’re going through and are eager to share what they’ve learned and experienced.
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