At the introductory meeting, health history packets are handed out to people
interested in the program. Completing this information is required before the second
step, one-to-one gathering of health history. We want to make sure that each patient is
well informed and confident of the information prior to surgery.
Patients are asked to try to lose about 10% of excess body weight by calorie
reduction and increased exercise before surgery is scheduled. By managing weight
before surgery, recovery from surgery is faster and patients are more comfortable.
Patients who smoke are asked to be smoke-free at least eight weeks prior to surgery.
One to One Teaching
Once you have completed the insurance requirements, an appointment will be scheduled
for in depth teaching on your weight loss surgery. We want you to feel well informed about
what to expect before and after surgery.
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