New Patient Informational Seminar

If you have decided to undergo weight loss surgery, you can attend our free New Patient Informational Seminar.

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When you prepare for weight loss surgery, you are preparing for long-term success.

The healthier you are before surgery, the faster your body will respond and heal. There is a pre-surgery period during which you will begin making lifestyle changes and participate in pre-admissions testing.

Preoperatively you will meet with our Weight Loss Team and other Allied Health Professionals to plan lifestyle changes. Patients who embrace healthy habits ahead of their procedure have better outcomes.

Having obesity increases the risk of complications during surgery. Therefore, we recommend that patients lose ten or more pounds before their operation. We also find that patients feel better after surgery if they avoid overeating beforehand.

Patients are encouraged to begin exercising, as well, since exercise will be important during the postoperative period. Patients also find that this helps them to feel stronger after surgery. Exercise plans can include:

  • walking for 30 minutes, three times per week
  • working out in a pool - a great alternative if you have mobility issues or cannot tolerate walking for longer periods of time

What is pre-admissions testing?

Pre-admissions testing takes place during an appointment with your weight loss care team members. They will assist you with final preparations for surgery and discuss the risks and benefits.

When does this take place?

This meeting occurs one to two weeks before your surgery.

Who will I meet with?

In addition to your surgeon, you may meet with a nurse practitioner, who will review your:

  • past medical and surgical history
  • medications
  • lab work/tests performed during the weight loss surgery screening process
 
Questions? Contact us at 860-358-2970
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Making changes to your lifestyle—including to your diet and exercise habits—is key to successful weight loss, even when surgery is involved. 

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New Patient Informational Seminar

If you have decided to undergo weight loss surgery, you can attend our free New Patient Informational Seminar.

Learn More & Register Online