It is important to remember that there are no ironclad guarantees in any kind of medicine or surgery. There can be unexpected outcomes in even the simplest procedures. What can be said, however, is that weight loss surgery will only succeed when the patient makes a lifelong commitment. To help patients achiever their goals and adapt to the changes surgery and weight loss can bring, most bariatric surgeons offer follow-up care that includes support groups, dieticians and other forms of continuing education.
Ultimately, the decision to have the procedure is entirely up to you. After having heard all the information, you must decide if the benefits outweigh the side effects and potential complications. This surgery is a tool, a starting point. Your ultimate success depends on strict adherence to the recommended dietary, exercise and lifestyle changes.
For more information on the next informational seminar to be held at St. Bernardine Medical Center, call 800.566.SBMC (7262) or 909.475.5040. You can also contact us.
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