Our Program – Pre Surgical
You journey begins with a series of Pre Surgical consult assessments.
Below are the steps of our Pre Surgical assessment phase of our program.
A free consult with the Program Coordinator where you will:
- Review pre surgical questionnaire
- Discuss primary program candidate requirements (non-medical)
- Discuss financing options
- Schedule a consult with surgeons if appropriate
Meet with our Surgeons:
- Review pre surgical questionnaire
- Discuss medical history
- Outline any further medical tests required
- An anesthetic consult may also requested
Meet with a Registered Nutritionist:
- Review pre surgical questionnaire
- Discuss current dietary habits
- Be introduced to dietary changes required after the Lap-Band® procedure
- Discuss pre operative diet requirements
Meet with Exercise Professional in a group setting:
- Receive pedometer and log book
- Discuss fitness goals
- Discuss post Lap-Band® procedure exercise program
Meet with a Registered Psychologist:
- Review pre surgical questionnaire
- Discuss lifestyle commitment to succeed with Lap-Band® procedure
- Explore emotional changes that may occur with weight loss
Success Story
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Life is hard enough with the added pressure of being overweight. Two years and 115 lbs ago I had reached my breaking point. I wanted to achieve a healthier lifestyle and gain control of my weight. I work in the medical field and I was very thorough in researching my options. I chose the LAP-BAND® System because it was a non-invasive, low risk procedure with minimal recover time.
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