Significant Weight Loss

Results will vary depending on procedure and individual differences, but bariatric surgery typically results in greater, sustained weight loss than other approaches

Improved health

In addition to the health benefits of reduced weight, bariatric surgery may also improve or eliminate type II diabetes beginning immediately after the procedure.

Lasting results

Many individuals are able to maintain a significant decrease in weight after their surgery. It is important to remember, however, in order for the weight loss to last you must permanently adopt several lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise.

Financing

If your health insurance provider will not cover the procedure or will only cover a portion, Gastric Surgeon can help finance your surgery.

Answer To Your Question

Question: Is surgery the only option for obesity? What other types of obesity help are there?
Submitted on: May 27, 2009

Answered By:

Bariatric Specialist

Answer: There are many treatments besides surgery for obesity. In fact there are special requirements in order to qualify for bariatric surgery. To see if you qualify, fill out the "Do I Qualify" form on the left.

Answered on: May 27, 2009

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