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Are you ready to change your life? Lutheran Downtown Hospital's bariatric surgery program provides education and support that begins before surgery and extends through recovery to help ensure individuals are set up for success.
Step One: Attend a Free Weight Loss Seminar
The best way to find out if you are a candidate for weight loss surgery is to attend a seminar with the bariatric team. The interactive session includes discussion about the program, as well as questions and answers regarding surgical options, the insurance process and the risks and rewards of bariatric surgery. Registration is required.
Step Two: Consultation
The next step is a consultation with the surgeon. This is where you and your doctor evaluate your condition and discuss your options. If surgery is indicated, a pre-surgical plan will be developed especially for you.
Step Three: Preparation
Pre-surgical requirements, surgery, recovery and long-term success are all part of this step and include:
- Nutrition and dietary changes
- Routine exercise
- Pre-surgical testing
- Preparing for surgery
- Assessment of your understanding and readiness for surgery
- Postoperative care
- Long-term resources
Step Four: Surgery
Step Five: Follow-Up Care
Follow-up care is designed to meet your individual needs and provide support with any physical, emotional and other challenges that might arise. In the early days after surgery, the team will work closely with you and your primary care physician to ensure your physical recovery stays on track.
Questions? Call (260) 425-2800.