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Is a Gastric Sleeve a Good Option for Somebody Who is Overweight and Had a C-section?

Is gastric sleeve a good alternative to gastric bypass? Would it be less intrusive of an option?

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To Sleeve or Not To Sleeve

In general, if someone is a good candidate for weight loss surgery they are a good candidate for any of the major procedures performed in the US (band, bypass, sleeve, BPD) and it really comes down to personal choice. I find that by the time a patient sees me they generally already know what they want. My job is to look at their chosen procedure and make sure from a medical standpoint it also makes sense and gives them the best chance at long-term success. I really believe... more

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