Would someone that is 5’4″ and approximately 200 pounds be within the weight range for this type of surgery, or does one need to be more seriously obese?. Wiggins, MS Answered by by Dr. Rachael Keilin a weight loss doctor in Texas. One of the first things to check when you want to see if [...]
I want to know which doctor will take Medicaid for Lap Band surgery. Cairo, GA Answered by by Dr. Rachael Keilin a weight loss doctor in Texas. The first step in finding a doctor to take Medicaid for Lap Band surgery is really not a doctor issue, but actually a Medicaid issue. Medicaid is a [...]
I have a hiatal hernia and was wondering if the lap band would be recommended. I am very interested in this surgery because I weigh 232 pounds. My knees and back hurts from all the excessive weight and I know if I were to lose the weight, it would help me with my pain. I [...]
My daughter weighs 405 pounds and is very interested in this procedure. Her doctor said it wouldn’t help because she had to much weight to lose. Is there a limit to how much a person loses? Her doctor said gastric bypass is a better choice. We don’t agree. Anchorage, AL Answered by Dr. Ron Hekier [...]
Hello, I went to see the weight loss surgeon, and he suggests the sleeve or gastric bypass. I talked about the lapband, but he says the insurance companies feel it is too invasive and the sleeve would be better. He also stated if I have the lap band I can never have starches, potatoes, rice, [...]
I am considering lap band surgery, I’m 330 pounds 5 foot 7 and 32 years old. I have tried eating right working out and it works really well for about 2 weeks and I lose 5 to 10 pounds. Then it hit a wall get frustrated and give up. I have lost both of my [...]
I was just wondering how old you have to get the lap band done?. I’m 17 years old, I turn 18 in February. I am 5’4 and weigh 230 pounds. I have been struggling with weight practically my whole life, I’ve tried dieting and exercise it just seems like NOTHING works. I’m just hoping that [...]
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