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What Type of Doctor Performs Bariatric Surgery?

Wednesday, November 04, 2009
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Identification

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    Bariatric surgery is performed when there is no other way for a person to lose weight. There are different types of bariatric surgery, and three of the most common are gastric bypass surgery, lap-band surgery and the gastric sleeve procedure.

Types

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    In gastric bypass surgery, a surgeon reduces the amount of food an individual can ingest by separating one part of the stomach from the other. Lap-band surgery uses a silicone rubber band to block off a part of the stomach so that the remainder is smaller. Both of these procedures are a type of restrictive surgery.

Other Types

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    Gastric bypass surgery involves using a laparoscopic tool that is introduced through small incisions in the body so that it is possible to view an individual's insides on a screen. Other types of bariatric surgeries are vertical banded gastroplasty and biliopancreatic diversion.

Before Surgery

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    Bariatric surgeons counsel their patients before the procedure to discuss treatments, expectations and any other concerns a patient may have.

After Surgery

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    After surgery, bariatric surgeons help their patients adapt to their new weight. They recommend diet adjustments and advise their patients when they are ready to begin exercising.

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