Lap-Band®

Deciding between Lap-Band®, gastric bypass, gastric sleeve or another weight loss surgery procedure can be confusing. Since every patient is different, there’s no single right answer – but one is right for you. In this informative, two-minute video, Dr. Ron Hekier and Dr. Rachael Keilin offer insights regarding the Lap-Band, including pros and cons of the procedure in comparison to the gastric bypass. Only you and your doctor can make the final decision – but Drs. Keilin and Hekier can help you understand what is involved.

If you are considering starting a family after weight loss surgery, this video provides excellent insights about the benefits of the Lap-Band® for women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant.

The Lap-Band® is a powerful tool to promote rapid weight loss and improved health -- if you know how to use it right. Learn the simple steps to getting the most from your band in this video segment!

Can you lose the same amount of weight with a Lap-Band as with a gastric bypass ? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each procedure? In this brief video, Dr. David Provost explains the difference between the Lap-Band and the Roux en Y gastric bypass, including possible side effects and the long-term follow-up care that they require. Learn which procedure may be best for you--click here to watch!

Using an actual Lap-Band device together with pictures and animated illustrations, Dr. David Provost demonstrates how the Lap-Band restricts food intake and helps patients feel full, so they eat less and lose weight. Watch this two-minute video for a great overview of the gastric banding procedure in plain English!

Weight loss surgery has become a viable option for thousands of people who are morbidly obese. Learn the risks and benefits of bariatric procedures to determine whether weight loss surgery is right for you.