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How to Find a Qualified Weight Loss Surgeon?

Locating the right bariatric surgeon to perform your obesity surgery is crucial.

Choose Only Board Certified Surgeons

Your weight loss surgeon should be board-certified in general surgery and affiliated with The American Society of Bariatric Surgery. Above all, you should be comfortable asking your surgeon questions and discussing your gastric options, while being confident in his/her ability to assist you with your obesity condition.

Surgical Success Rates

What sort of success has your bariatric surgeon had with other patients suffering from similar obesity and health problems. Many surgeons can provide testimonials from former bariatric patients. You may be able to contact members of your surgeon's post-operative support group.

Laparoscopy Assisted Surgical Methods

You should choose a surgeon who is familiar with the latest surgical techniques. For example, how experienced is your weight loss surgeon with laparoscopic-assisted procedures to reduce obesity?

Look for Post-Operative Support

Your surgeon should be dedicated to caring for his/her patients during the post-operative period. Therefore, questions to ask your weight loss surgeon include:

  • What patient support program does he/she offer?
  • Is lifelong follow up included?
  • Are there dietitians/nutritionists on staff?

To find the best bariatric surgeon for your gastric banding or gastric bypass operation, click: Resources

More Information About Bariatric Surgeons

For additional information and advice about how gastric surgery can reduce obesity, plus help finding a board certified qualified weight loss surgeon, see:
American Society of Bariatric Physicians (ASBP)
American Society for Bariatric Surgery (ASBS)

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Laparoscopic or open bariatric surgery, such as gastric banding or bypass is not an easy solution to morbid obesity and weight loss. It is a serious surgical procedure, involving health risks. To produce lasting weight loss it requires a long-term patient commitment to eating a healthy diet and following a regular program of physical exercise. Life-long use of nutritional supplements may also be necessary. So, before deciding, discuss your options fully with your doctor. © 2003-2008 Bariatric-Surgery.Info - Terms - Contact - Information - Resources - Add URL