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病人 Education & 常见问题解答

Learn Everything You Need to Know at One of Our Free Education Sessions

Weight Loss Surgery On-Demand Webinar

Watch our online webinar to meet our surgeons and get a more comprehensive understanding of bariatric surgery. If you should have any questions upon completion of the video, please contact our bariatric coordinator at (904) 819-4675.

现场研讨会

During our educational programs, we will provide you with all the information needed to help you decide whether weight loss surgery is right for you. We will highlight the health risks of obesity, including diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, respiratory complications and arthritis.

支持团体

UF健康街. 约翰 Bariatrics provides a comprehensive educational program to assist in your post-operative weight loss success. 每月的支持 groups are held covering topics such as diet and exercise, eating success and 生活方式 management.


Frequently Asked Questions

Is bariatric surgery covered by insurance?

Insurance plans vary and have different criteria for coverage eligibility. Our dedicated insurance navigator will work with your insurance company and guide you through the entire process.

When can I go home after surgery?

Usually patients stay 1-2 nights in the hospital. You will not be discharged until your medical team is comfortable that you can tolerate small sips of water and a protein supplement, nausea and any pain or discomfort is 好控制. Do NOT force this process; we want to discharge you home so you can be successful with your new knowledge and habits from your decision to have weight loss surgery.

Why do I have to stop smoking?

Smoking leads to complications during and after surgery. 我们希望你们 be successful with your decision to have weight loss surgery and eliminate any unhealthy habits that would not lead to improving your health and 生活方式.

Will I lose my hair? Can I prevent hair loss?

头发 thinning can occur due to nutrient changes in your body. 你的会议 protein goal, vitamins and mineral supplements each day can help. 头发 loss is usually noted three months after surgery and after seven months 再生开始. Not everyone has hair loss and for those who do, it is temporary

How often should I weigh myself?

病人 who are most successful after weight loss surgery make it a habit to weigh themselves regularly. This is another habit that commits you to being accountable and responsible for your success. How often is regularly? Once a week is reasonable. Use the same scale, same time of day upon waking and after using the bathroom, wearing the same clothes (or none). 保持 a log of your weight. An extra pound/kilogram each month can add up to gaining back weight that becomes too overwhelming to lose again. 保持 on top of your success. Checking your weight more than once a week can be too excessive.

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