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Laparoscopic vs. Open Weight Loss Surgery Viewable by Premium Members Only Weight loss surgery is an important tool for many with a serious weight problem such as those with morbid obesity; and sometimes obesity in general. Most weight loss surgeries can be performed either laparoscopic or open with a standard incision. This presentation examines some of the pros and cons of each method.

Liposuction Part 3 Viewable by Premium Members Only Liposuction is being used by a number of physicians including plastic surgeons, general surgeons and others. Those with problem local fat spots may be candidates. Those with general weight problems, obesity and morbid obesity need to understand that this is a tool for local fat spots; not necessarily the removal of general fat. This series of presentations explores Liposuction for the removal of fat. This is Part 3 in the series.

Gastric Bypass Surgery Nutritional Prep Part 1 Viewable by Premium Members Only Gastric bypass surgery is one of the most common weight loss surgeries in the world. Success from the operation is not just the surgical procedure but also a comprehensive exercise and nutritional program. Many side effects from weight loss surgery can be traced back to poor nutritional choices. One of the most common side effects of weigh loss surgery is stretching of the "pouch" and return of some if not all of your weight; correct education can help minimize this problem as well as others. In this segment, one of the My Weight World registered dietitians discusses nutrition and the gastric bypass. This is part 1 of 2 - please watch both parts to best understand this issue.

Gastric Bypass Surgery Nutritional Prep Part 2 Viewable by Premium Members Only Gastric bypass surgery is one of the most common weight loss surgeries in the world. Success from the operation is not just the surgical procedure but also a comprehensive exercise and nutritional program. Many side effects from weight loss surgery can be traced back to poor nutritional choices. One of the most common side effects of weigh loss surgery is stretching of the "pouch" and return of some if not all of your weight; correct education can help minimize this problem as well as others. In this segment, one of the My Weight World registered dietitians discusses nutrition and the gastric bypass. This is part 2 of 2 - please watch both parts to best understand this issue.

Gastric Bypass Surgery Viewable by Premium Members Only Weight loss surgical operations are not all the same. Learn from one of the leading weight loss surgeons some key points of the main weight loss operation in the United States and other countries; the gastric bypass. This operation could be right for you if you have morbid obesity and in some circumstances regular obesity.

Nutrition After Lap Band Surgery Viewable by Premium Members Only Stomach banding is one of the most common weight loss surgeries in the world. Success from the operation is not just the surgical procedure but also a comprehensive exercise and nutritional program. In this segment, one of the My Weight World registered dietitians discusses nutrition and Lap Band Surgeries.

Lap-Band Surgical Procedure Viewable by Premium Members Only The Lap-Band is one of a few weight loss operations. People with a serious weight problem; usually morbid obesity and sometimes obesity in general can be surgical candidates. The Lap-Band can be performed both laparoscopic as well as open; but is usually done laparoscopically. This presentation goes over the Lap Band Surgical Procedure.

Liposuction Part 1 Viewable by Premium Members Only Liposuction is being used by a number of physicians including plastic surgeons, general surgeons and others. Those with problem local fat spots may be candidates. Those with general weight problems, obesity and morbid obesity need to understand that this is a tool for local fat spots; not necessarily the removal of general fat. This series of presentations explores Liposuction for the removal of fat. This is Part 1 in the series.

Vertical Banded Gastroplasty ("Stomach Stapling") Viewable by Premium Members Only The Vertical Banded Gastroplasty (VBG) is one of a few weight loss operations. People with a serious weight problem; usually morbid obesity and sometimes obesity in general can be surgical candidates. The VBG can be performed both laparoscopic as well as open; but is usually done laparoscopically. The VBG is a restrictive operation for weight loss. This presentation goes over the Vertical Banded Gastroplasty Procedure.

Liposuction Part 2 Viewable by Premium Members Only Liposuction is being used by a number of physicians including plastic surgeons, general surgeons and others. Those with problem local fat spots may be candidates. Those with general weight problems, obesity and morbid obesity need to understand that this is a tool for local fat spots; not necessarily the removal of general fat. This series of presentations explores Liposuction for the removal of fat. This is Part 2 in the series.