Stomaphy X Worth It?

The combination of a gastric bypass and a tummy tuck should not be performed at the same time.  The risk of infection increases significantly. In addition, the length of the procedure is increased and may increase the risks of deep venous thrombosis (clots in legs).  The appropriate...

Thank you for sharing your story — and congratulations on taking the time to research your options thoroughly. With a BMI of around 40, you do meet the medical criteria for gastric bypass surgery, and your motivation to improve your health and quality of life is very valid. To answer your...

Combining procedures such as hernia repair and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) can sometimes be done safely, but it depends heavily on your individual health, surgical history, and the specifics of the hernia. Because you have a history of gastric bypass and are now eight years out, your anatomy is...

Having had a gastric bypass 30 years ago, later reversed, and now struggling again with severe obesity and related health problems, it is understandable that you are considering another bariatric procedure. The good news is that bariatric surgery has advanced greatly in the past three decades,...

Thank you for your question, and congratulations on your weight loss — it’s a remarkable accomplishment. Loose or sagging skin after gastric bypass is very common, particularly around the abdomen, thighs, arms, and breasts. When excess skin folds over itself, moisture and friction can l...

The costs are variable.  Here in NY the total cost is about $21,000 including surgeon fee, anesthesia, and hospital fee.  Most patients spend two nights in the hospital. Shawn Garber, MD FACS FASMBS