Gastric Bypass / Lap Band in Las Vegas – What to Expect

The majority of people who consider weight loss (bariatric) surgery do so after years of unsuccessful dieting attempts, including participation in diet programs, taking weight loss medications and exercising. After years of losing weight and gaining it back, it is not unusual to blame yourself. Most of our Las Vegas Lap Band and gastric bypass patients have been on many diets and end up feeling like a failure. At Blossom Bariatrics we understand this. We offer a safe supportive environment, successful permanent weight loss, compassion care from a dedicated Center of Excellence surgeon and team.

Morbid obesity is a disease requiring lifelong treatment. Bariatric surgery is a treatment option that alters the patient's anatomy and physiology, while allowing for significant weight loss and the reversal of improvement of co-morbid conditions.

Bariatric surgery is not a cure-all and never should be regarded as such. However, as an effective tool, it helps patients attain a feeling of satiety, or fullness, from the formation of a small stomach pouch. For many weight loss patients, dieting was frustrating because the feeling of satiety was missing. So, satiety can be the unique result of the surgery, helping patients to feel full and satisfied with less food.

Successful bariatric surgery patients use the surgery as a powerful tool to help control their hunger. Along with exercise and a healthy diet, bariatric surgery can help you feel full and attain your goals of health and wellness.

Many of our Las Vegas Stomaphyx, Lap Band and gastric bypass patients report that during the first 12 to 18 months following surgery, they feel highly motivated and energized. During this time, they are making substantial lifestyle changes such as eating new foods and smaller portions, taking vitamins daily, and exercising regularly. Many of these changes will be discussed before surgery and should come as no surprise following surgery.