Weight Loss Surgery May Decrease Post-Pregnancy Risks gwhqadmin January 9, 2009 Breaking WLS News If you’re among the 50,000 or so women of child-bearing age in the United States who have weight loss surgery every year, there's good news:...
TOGa Procedure Offers Weight Loss Surgery Without Incisions gwhqadmin January 2, 2009 Breaking WLS News 1 Comment An innovative weight loss surgery procedure that does not require incisions may offer a new treatment option for patients considering conventional...
Choosing a Weight Loss Surgery Procedure – Video Feature gwhqadmin October 29, 2008 Patient Education 2 Comments Learn the difference between malabsorptive, restrictive, and combination weight loss surgery procedures in this helpful video segment, hosted by bariatric surgeon Dr. David Provost.
What is Lap-Band Surgery? gwhqadmin September 20, 2008 Lap-Band® 2 Comments The Lap-Band procedure has gained popularity in recent years as a weight loss surgery treatment for morbidly obese patients. The operation is performed laparoscopically and is reversible; however, routine follow-up visits with a bariatric surgeon are necessary for lasting success. This article provides an overview of the risks and benefits of the Lap-Band procedure.
Weight Loss Surgery – Knowing the Basics gwhqadmin July 11, 2008 Gastric Bypass, Lap-Band®, Patient Education 3 Comments 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.