If you have been struggling to lose weight for years, but to no avail, you may be considering gastric bypass surgery. The procedure has come a long way in recent years, and doctors are now frequently performing a less-intensive version called a mini gastric bypass, or MGB. If this is something you are interested in, then there are a few steps you can take now.
1. Attend a MGB Surgery Webinar.
Patients have a lot of misconceptions about bariatric surgery and about MGB specifically. Before you head down this road, you want to make sure you have the right information and a correct interpretation of what will be occurring before, during, and after surgery. Look for an MGB webinar to attend in order to learn more about this procedure. Many surgical centers that offer MGB put them on. If you cannot attend the webinar when it is scheduled, you can typically watch a replay of it later on. Take notes during the webinar. This way, if you have questions that are not answered during the webinar, you will have them written down to ask of your doctor later on.
2. Meet with a Doctor.
Once you've watched a webinar and have a better understanding of what MGB involves, it's time to find a doctor in your area who offers this weight loss surgery. Typically, a webinar will include some doctors and health care centers as suggestions. If there is more than one available in your area, consider scheduling an interview with two or three different doctors. MGB and the weight loss that follows is a personal thing, so it is important to work with a doctor you feel comfortable with.
3. Start Losing Weight.
After you have your initial consultation with your doctor, you will often be required to start losing some weight prior to surgery. This shows the doctor you are serious about weight loss — which will be essential if you want to succeed after an MGB operation. You will need to follow a strict diet and exercise regimen. Many people find that enrolling with a dietitian and personal trainer during this time is helpful.
If you want to pursue weight loss surgery or determine if it is right for you, then your first step needs to be watching a webinar to learn more of the specifics. From there, you can meet with a doctor and start losing weight. Good luck!
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