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FAQ
Q1. What is morbid obesity?
Q2. What is Body Mass Index (BMI)?
Q3. What should my Body Mass Index (BMI) be?
Q4. What causes morbid obesity?
Q5. Why is morbid obesity defined as 100 lbs. or more over normal weight?
Q6. What happens when someone is greater than 100 lbs. overweight?
Q7. What are the complications of morbid obesity?
Q8. Is surgery the only effective option?
Q9. Explain the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery.
Q10. How much weight can I lose with gastric bypass surgery?
Q11. What is considered a successful gastric bypass operation?
Q12. How long will I continue to lose weight?
Q13. Explain the Gastric Banding (Lap Band) surgery.
Q14. How much weight can I lose with gastric banding surgery?
Q15. What is considered a successful gastric banding operation?
Q16. What should my goal weight be?
Q17. Will I regain the weight?
Q18. Are there any risks with gastric bypass surgery?
Q19. Are there any risks with gastric banding surgery?
Q20. How do I find out if I am a candidate for gastric bypass or gastric banding surgery?
Q21. Does insurance cover weight loss surgery?
Q22. How do I know if my insurance covers weight loss surgery?
Q23. What happens if the insurance company denies my surgery authorization?
Q24. Can I pay for this surgery myself?
Q25. If I self-pay can the surgery be scheduled any sooner?
Q26. How do I participate in this program?
Q27. Tell me more about the Patient Education Seminar.
Q28. What happens after the insurance company has approved my surgery?
Q29. How long will I be in the hospital?
Q30. What will my hospital stay be like?
Q31. Will I be sick after surgery?
Q32. When can I return to my normal routine?
Q33. When can I eat solid food?
Q34. I heard that there are a lot of foods I will never be able to eat again, is this true?
Q35. What is “dumping syndrome” for gastric bypass patients?
Q36. Is there anything else to avoid after gastric bypass surgery?
Q37. How are my medical problems affected by weight loss surgery?
Q38. What are the benefits to gastric bypass surgery?
Q39. How long will I have to come to the office for follow-up visits after weight loss surgery?
Q40. How do the weight loss results with the gastric band compare to those with the gastric bypass?
Q41. Will the gastric band surgery limit my physical activity?
Q42. How is the gastric band adjusted?
Q43. Do I need to be extra cautious with the access port underneath my skin?
Q44. Can the gastric band be removed?
Q45. Will I need plastic surgery for surplus skin after weight loss?
Q46. Will I feel hungry or deprived after surgery?
Q47. Will I need a vitamin supplement?
Q48. What about other medications?
Q49. What if I go out to eat?
Q50. What about alcohol?
Q51. Can I eat anything I want?