Choosing a surgeon to perform your bariatric surgery is a big decision that requires research and thoughtful consideration. Dr. Aviv Ben-Meir from the Lake Health Bariatric Surgery Center explains the factors you need to think about when deciding what surgeon–and weight loss surgery center–is right for you.
Being overweight takes a toll on your health both physically and mentally. As with any type of surgery, it is important to be educated when making your decision to take the next step. Here are the benefits of weight loss surgery and the ways it can help improve your health.
Many of Dr. Ben-Meir's patients consider weight loss surgery for a long time before committing to this courageous decision. They often ask, "Do I qualify for weight loss surgery?" To determine if you're eligible for weight loss surgery, our team looks at a variety of factors:
Dr. Aviv Ben-Meir and his staff at the Lake Health Bariatric Surgery Center in Northeast Ohio are often asked how much weight-loss surgery costs when a patient does not have insurance coverage for the operations.
Bariatric surgery is a several-step process that requires a team of qualified experts. Here we provide a summary of each step of that process. As you read through, remember to keep this in mind: You take only one step at a time, and we will take every step with you.
Dr. Ben-Meir explains to all his patients at the beginning of their weight-loss journey that bariatric surgery will be successful only if they commit to hard work. Bariatric surgery is not a quick or permanent fix if the patient isn’t willing to dedicate effort to losing weight and keeping it off.
A whole team of caregivers is here for you! We are here to guide you through the pre-operative process and ensure you are prepared and educated for your weight-loss surgery, have a safe operation and are successful in losing weight.
