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Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Weight Loss Surgery

1. Is this the right time for me to consider weight loss surgery?

2. Which type of weight loss surgery is best for my situation?

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3. How will the bariatric surgery help me lose weight?

4. What are the risks of this surgery?

5. How could bariatric surgery affect other health conditions I have?

6. How long will I be in the hospital, and off work recovering?

7. What type of follow-up care will be necessary?

8. How much food will I be able to eat afterwards?

9. Are there certain foods I won't be able to eat?

10. Will I need vitamins after my surgery, and if so what types?

11. When can I start exercising after surgery?

12. How likely is it that I’ll regain weight after surgery?

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Reviewed by Michael W. Smith, MD on August 30, 2009
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