Surgical Program
What is Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery?
This surgery is a minimally invasive procedure, performed using a laparoscope through tiny incisions in the abdomen. Staples are used to create a small pouch that restricts food intake. The small intestine is re-routed from the stomach to change the way the body absorbs and processes food.
Preparing for Weight Loss Surgery
Orientation
Nutrition
Recommended Readings
- These resources will help you prepare for weight loss surgery and the demanding lifestyle changes:
- The Complete Weight Loss Surgery Diet and Guide Book, 2011 (by Sue Ekserci, RD and Laz Klein, MD).
- The Complete Guide to Weight Loss Surgery: your questions finally answered, 2018 (by Lisa Kaouk, RD and Monica Bashaw, RD)
Exercise
Weight Loss Surgery
Resources
After Weight Loss Surgery
Nutrition