I weigh almost 300 lbs and I need to desiperatly to loose weight. What procedure is best to help me with th is?

Ok, I weigh almost 300 lbs and I need to desiperatly loose weight. I was wandering about that stomache shrinking surgery, if it's righte for me? If not, what are other procedures available that would suite my needs?

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Published on Dec 12, 2018

The most effective treatment for weight loss is bariatric surgery. There are several options, from a gastric sleeve to gastric bypass, that are very effective. These are the only options that can treat the fat inside the abdomen. Wishing you the best of health.

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The most effective treatment for weight loss is bariatric surgery. There are several options, from a gastric sleeve to gastric bypass, that are very effective. These are the only options that can treat the fat inside the abdomen. Wishing you the best of health.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Larry Leverett, MD, FACS

Published on Mar 21, 2016

A Lap-Band or gastric sleeve will induce weight loss.

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Answered by Larry Leverett, MD, FACS

A Lap-Band or gastric sleeve will induce weight loss.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


David C. Yao MD, FACS

Published on Mar 15, 2016

Thank you for sharing. Weight loss procedures are not handled by plastic surgeons, but rather the bariatric surgeons. They are general surgery trained and can offer the right procedures for weight loss. Many patients see plastic surgeons after losing weight in order to address loose and excess skin. Hope this helps. Best wishes!

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Answered by David C. Yao MD, FACS

Thank you for sharing. Weight loss procedures are not handled by plastic surgeons, but rather the bariatric surgeons. They are general surgery trained and can offer the right procedures for weight loss. Many patients see plastic surgeons after losing weight in order to address loose and excess skin. Hope this helps. Best wishes!

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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