Advanced Bariatric Surgery
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Why Choose Us?
- Board Certified, Diplomate: American Board of Surgery
- Board Certified, Diplomate: American Board of Cosmetic Surgery
- Fellowship Trained Bariatric Surgeon
- Fellowship Trained Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon
- Caring, Attentive & Knowledgeable
- Dedicated To Patient Satisfaction
- Flexible Hours
- Competitive Pricing
- Free Insurance Verification
- We Accept Most Commercial Insurances
Band to Sleeve/Bypass Conversion
The gastric band-to-sleeve or bypass conversion is a revisional bariatric operation where the gastric band and port are removed and the gastric sleeve or gastric bypass operation is performed. (see gastric sleeve or gastric bypass section to learn more about the sleeve and bypass). These operations can be difficult because of the scar tissue and adhesions that can form from the original operation. The conversion usually takes about 2-3 hours and patients stay in the hospital for 1-2 days following the surgery. After discharge from the hospital, patients are on a liquid diet for 2 weeks after the surgery. In Dr. Frenzel’s experience, patients do well after this operation, not only with alleviation of their physical symptoms, but also with weight loss.
