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The
health risks of morbid
obesity can inflict life-threatening diseases,
emotional stress, hardship, and discomfort upon
its victims. Unfortunately, most people do not
truly understand the full spectrum of its causes
and cures of morbid obesity. Perhaps no other
medical condition has been more misunderstood,
maltreated, and misrepresented.
If you've tried everything
to lose weight and are
considering gastric bypass
surgery as a means of
permanent weight loss, them
talking to your primary care physician,
bariatric surgeon or family physician is a good
next step. Finding a local bariatric surgeon and
support group
is also important. Chances are
we will
have a bariatric or weight loss surgery center
in your area that specializes in weight
loss surgery. Call them to see if
they offer seminars on morbid obesity or free information
about morbid obesity surgery to the public.
Remember, there is
much misinformation about surgery for
morbid
obesity that
you may encounter from unqualified sources.
Talking to others who have taken the path you are
now considering may help you understand what you
need to know to make a decision you can be
comfortable with. In the end, your best source of
information is an experienced bariatric surgeon
who knows how to handle your special needs before,
during and after surgery for morbid obesity.
What to
expect from bariatric surgery:
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Patient
Education - The first step is to supply
potential patients with detailed information about
weight loss surgery. Hopefully, this web site is one
such source.
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Initial Screening -
Next, the patient must demonstrate an
understanding in general terms of what the program
involves. The patient must have
insurance coverage
or other financial means to pay for the procedure.
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Initial Consultation -
At this meeting, the patient meets with the
surgeon and his/her staff. At this meeting
patients will be able to ask the doctor any
medical questions they might have.
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Insurance Application -
After the initial consultation, staff generally
work with the physician to draft a letter to the
insurance company or HMO explaining why the
procedure is medically necessary. Staff then work
with the patient in getting approval for the
procedure. Legal Assistance is available for
individuals seeking specialized assistance in
fighting repeated insurance denials.
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Insurance Approval -
Upon insurance approval, a surgery date is
determined. Pre-operative testing and a
psycho-social evaluation are performed.
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Aftercare -
The average length of hospitalization after
surgery is three to five days. After the procedure
is performed, patients begin a new life style, of
which healthy eating behavior is an important
component. Professionals work with the patient
during these months of dramatic transformation,
offering advice and support and monitoring the
patient's progress. Most patients reach healthy
weight levels from twelve to eighteen months
after
surgery.
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