How successful is bariatric surgery?
Studies show that bariatric surgery can effectively improve and resolve [...]
What is the biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD/DS)?
BPD/DS is a combination restrictive and malabsorptive procedure that reduces [...]
What is a gastric banding procedure?
Gastric banding is a purely restrictive surgical procedure in which [...]
What is Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery?
Roux-en-Y (pronounced ROO-en-why) gastric bypass surgery is the most popular [...]
Why would I have an open procedure?
The decision to perform minimally invasive or open surgery is [...]
What is the difference between laparoscopic, or minimally invasive, surgery and an open procedure?
Open surgery involves the surgeon creating a long incision to [...]
What are the possible side effects of bariatric surgery?
Side effects include: Vomiting Dumping syndrome Nutritional deficiencies Gallstones Need [...]
What are the complications and risks associated with bariatric surgery?
As with any surgery, there are immediate and long-term complications [...]
Is bariatric surgery right for me?
Talk with your surgeon about the different surgical treatments, as [...]
How do I know if I qualify for bariatric surgery?
Patients should have:1 100 pounds or more of excess weight; [...]