How do I find a qualified surgeon?
It is important to choose a surgeon who is qualified to perform your procedure and who has a comprehensive program for post-operative follow-up. Here are some suggested criteria to look for: weight-loss (bariatric) surgery experience, Board certification (The American Board of Surgery), fellowships (The American College of Surgeons), and memberships (The American Society for Bariatric Surgery). It is also important to find a program with surgical facilities, supplies, and equipment specific to the needs of weight-loss surgery patients, as well as a comprehensive team of staff and procedures to address weight-related health conditions, dietary instruction, exercise training, nursing care, and psychological counseling (if necessary). And, critical to your success, a program that emphasizes long-term care and goals.
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