Patient Education

Financing weight loss surgery is often the only solution for morbidly obese patients whose insurance carrier will not cover the surgery and who do not qualify for Medicare. Fortunately, many options exist for...

When it comes to exercise after weight loss surgery, the first rule of thumb is: start slow. You didn't gain all the excess weight overnight, and you won't lose it overnight, either. Fortunately, with...

One of the most common questions pre-op patients have prior to bariatric surgery is what their weight loss surgery diet will be like post-op. Odds are, you've heard or read all sorts of information specific to...

The Duodenal Switch (DS) is a combination weight loss surgery procedure that is both restrictive and malabsorptive. With the duodenal switch, the size of your stomach is reduced by about 70%, and part of the intestine is also switched around to change how food is digested and limit calorie absorption. This helpful article offers a primer on the duodenal switch, including the advantages and disadvantages of this innovative bariatric procedure.

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!