Tag Archives: revisional surgery

Revisional Bariatric Surgery

Posted in Informational Videos

Dr. Provost explains when revision surgery might be needed and the available treatment options.
After weight loss surgery, some patients may experience complications that require revisional surgery. This type of surgery involves going back in and revising a previous weight loss surgical procedure, so as to achieve the anticipated results of the original surgery. The most common […]

Comments Off on Revisional Bariatric Surgery • Continue Reading →

Dr. David Provost, MD

Posted in About Dr. Provost, Dr David Provost MD, Featured

Dr. David Provost is a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and sits on the Board of Directors for the ASMBS Foundation.

Leave a comment • Continue Reading →

Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery Options

Posted in Treatment Options

Dr. David Provost prefers the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and Lap-Band weight loss surgery procedures. Both are generally performed laparoscopically, which means the operation is done through small incisions, using cameras and long instruments.

Comments Off on Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery Options • Continue Reading →

Lap-Band Surgery

Posted in Lap-Band Surgery, Treatment Options

The Lap-Band is an adjustable gastric band that limits the intake of food and reduces hunger. Patients who schedule regular follow-ups for adjustments and adhere to recommended dietary changes have the same long-term rate of success as gastric bypass patients.

2 Comments • Continue Reading →

Gastric Bypass Surgery

Posted in Gastric Bypass Surgery, Treatment Options

The gastric bypass has been around for more than 35 years. Patients initially lose more than 70% of their excess weight, and the vast majority keep off at least half long term. Learn more about how gastric bypass surgery can help you win the battle with obesity in this informative summary.

Comments Off on Gastric Bypass Surgery • Continue Reading →

Revision Surgery

Posted in Revision Surgery, Treatment Options

Revision surgery after a weight loss surgery procedure is not uncommon. Approximately 10-25% of all bariatric patients will require a revisional procedure due to weight regain or surgical complications (such as vomiting, reflux, stricture or blockage, fistula, marginal ulcer, or excessive weight loss/malnutrition) or a device malfunction (such as band erosion, band prolapse/ chronic pouch […]

Leave a comment • Continue Reading →