University of California, San Diego Medical Center – Center for the Treatment of Obesity

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About Gastric Band Surgery

About the Surgery


UCSD Medical Center's LAP BAND program offers patients an outpatient surgical solution for long-term weight loss. The LAP BAND procedure is a form of gastric banding that limits the size of the stomach to reduce appetite and slow digestion. Learn More about LAP BAND Surgery

About Dr. Horgan

Dr. Santiago Horgan Dr. Santiago Horgan, a specialist in minimally invasive surgery, was among the first surgeons trained to perform gastric banding. He now teaches other surgeons in using both the LAP BAND System and the new REALIZE Band.

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Register below to reserve a spot in one of the upcoming sessions of our free, one-hour informational LAP BAND seminars.