University of California, San Diego Medical Center – Center for the Treatment of Obesity
Gastric Band Surgery – For more information, call 1-800-926-UCSD
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Dr. Santiago Horgan, a specialist in minimally invasive surgery, was among the
first surgeons trained to do gastric banding. He now teaches other surgeons in
using both the LAP-BAND System and the new REALIZE Band.
Body mass index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to both adult men and women.
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Your Motivation
Gastric Banding is a Lifetime Commitment
While gastric banding is an effective treatment for morbid obesity, the pounds do not come off by themselves. Both the REALIZE Band and the LAP-BAND® System are aids to support you in achieving lasting results by limiting food intake, reducing appetite and slowing digestion. However, your motivation and commitment to adopt a new lifestyle are extremely important for long-term weight loss. You must be committed to new eating habits for the rest of your life. Following dietary guidelines and getting regular exercise after gastric banding are equally important components of a changed lifestyle. Here at UCSD Medical Center, our entire team is committed to helping you achieve and maintain successful weight loss. We offer all of our patients ongoing guidance and monitoring, as well as a post-surgery support group consisting of fellow patients and guest speakers. These tools are every bit as important as your gastric band.
Gastric Banding Advantages
In comparison to other forms of bariatric surgery, gastric banding using the LAP-BAND® or REALIZE Band has many advantages, including:
- Safest, least invasive surgical option
- No stomach stapling or intestinal re-routing
- Shorter hospital stay
- Only adjustable, reversible surgical option
