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Bariatrics Program
We currently offer two surgical approaches for the management of morbid obesity: the laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass procedure and the laparoscopic Lap-Band procedure. The Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is recognized as the "gold standard" surgical procedure, and is the only procedure to have demonstrated long-term maintenance of weight loss. The Lap-Band procedure results in less weight loss, requires more frequent office visits for adjustment, but is a less invasive surgical procedure and is associated with fewer major complications. Therefore, it is very important for you to carefully consider the two surgical options, and for us to conduct a complete evaluation before surgery to make sure which surgery is right for you. |