What are the long-term benefits of bariatric surgery?
Studies show that bariatric surgery can effectively improve and resolve [...]
How can I find a support group?
Support groups give patients an excellent opportunity to talk about [...]
What is the long-term follow-up schedule?
Band patients need to work with their surgeons to have [...]
What is “dumping syndrome?”
Eating simple sugars (such as sugar, honey, and corn syrup) [...]
Is there any difficulty in taking medications?
Most pills or capsules are small enough to pass through [...]
How much exercise is needed after bariatric surgery?
Exercise is an important part of success after surgery. You [...]
When can I go back to my normal activity level?
Your ability to resume pre surgery levels of activity depends [...]
How often will I be able to eat?
After the initial recovery period, most patients are instructed to [...]
What will my life be like after the surgery?
Bariatric surgery is not a quick fix. It’s an ongoing [...]