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If you are thinking about weight loss surgery and have doubts about whether it is right for you, you’re not alone. It’s a life-changing decision, and serious contemplation—particularly overcoming concerns and learning how to effectively cope with them—is part of the decision-making process for everyone.
Obesity is a lifelong disease and is best treated by a Center that can provide you with a comprehensive multidisciplinary team approach.
Some “tips” to consider before choosing a weight loss weight loss center should include:
- A center that will provide on-going follow up visits and treatments long after surgery
- A center that is conveniently located close to your home
- A center that helps you to feel welcome and comfortable
- A center that is associated with a hospital that can treat any complication that may develop
- A center that provides ongoing clinical, emotional and nutritional support both with your visits and through monthly support group meetings
- A center that is committed to your success
Once you have chosen a weight loss center there should be discussion with you surgeon to address the following:
- Understand that these procedures are in no way to be considered as cosmetic surgery.
- Weight loss surgery does not involve the removal of adipose tissue (fat) by suction or excision.
- A decision to elect surgical treatment requires an assessment of the risk and benefit to the patient and the meticulous performance of the appropriate surgical procedure
- Understand the differences in the surgical options that are available to you and that some of them may not be reversible
- Realize that the success of weight loss surgery is dependent upon long-term lifestyle changes in diet and exercise.
- Be educated that problems may arise after surgery that may require re-operations.
Success of surgical treatment must begin with realistic goals and progress through the best possible use of well-designed and tested operations.
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