Bariatric Surgery
Gastric Bypass Surgery: Why Dr. Lopez Recommends It
What is Gastric Bypass Surgery? Gastric bypass is also known as Roux-en-Y, and it is a two-part surgical procedure which is performed to aid in weight loss for patients…
Bariatric Surgery
19 articlesExplore different procedures, practical considerations, and questions to discuss with a surgical team.
Popular articles
Featured reading
Browse the collectionBariatric Surgery
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Procedure: Pros and Cons
Risks Associated with Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass May Not Outweigh the Benefits of Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Procedure During a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass procedure, the stomach is divided. One section of…
Bariatric Surgery
hCG Weight Loss Program: Is It Better Than Bariatric Surgery?
The hCG Weight Loss Program: Bariatric Surgery Compared with hCG Weight Loss More than two-thirds of all American adults are overweight or obese, and more than one-third are clinically…
More in this topic
12 articles
Bariatric Surgery
Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Complications: How Risky Is It?
Risks of Undergoing Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy: Find out about Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Complications Vertical sleeve gastrectomy, also called vertical gastrectomy or sleeve gastrectomy, is a type of bariatric surgery…
Bariatric Surgery
Heavy Weight Loss Options: 8 Ways to Shed the Fat
If you're trying to achieve heavy weight loss, here are 8 heavy weight loss options and techniques you should consider Obesity affects over one third of all US adults,…
Bariatric Surgery
How much does gastric bypass surgery cost?
Gastric bypass cost in the US varies. This article will help you find out how much gastric bypass surgery costs across the country. Gastric bypass surgery is a type…
Bariatric Surgery
How Much Does Lap Band Surgery Cost without Insurance?
The cost of lap-band surgery without insurance depends on the provider, the surgical setting and what the quoted price includes. A surgeon's fee alone is not the total cost…
Bariatric Surgery
Duodenal Switch Weight Loss Surgery: Pros and Cons
Despite the Risks of Duodenal Switch, Morbidly Obese Patients Choose Duodenal Switch Weight Loss Surgery A biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch weight loss surgery (DS/BD) is performed on patients…
Bariatric Surgery
6 Tips for a Pre-Bariatric Surgery Diet
Bariatric surgery is a procedure that both saves and changes your life. After you have weight loss surgery, you'll need to maintain a specific diet for the rest of…
Bariatric Surgery
6 Types of Bariatric Surgery for Extreme Weight Loss
Thanks to the advances of modern medicine and technology there are 6 types of bariatric surgery for extreme weight loss. Until recently, losing a significant amount of weight rapidly…
Bariatric Surgery
How long is Bariatric Surgery Recovery Time?
Bariatric surgery is an increasingly popular way to achieve rapid weight loss, particularly for those whose weight prevents them from living a normal life. There are many misconceptions, particularly…
Bariatric Surgery
Guide to Bariatric Surgery Insurance and Financing
Separate approval from payment planningFirst check whether the procedure and the provider are covered, and what documentation the plan needs.Then compare the written cost estimate with any savings, payment…