The Weight Loss Surgery Channel shone a spotlight on hot topics ranging from post-operative patient support to legislative initiatives aimed at curbing America’s obesity crisis during its wrap up show at the close of the 26th annual meeting of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.

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Dr. David Provost clearly explains the differences between the Lap-Band procedure and gastric bypass surgery in this helpful two-minute video segment. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of both procedures, average weight loss results, common side effects, and the differences in long-term follow-up care that the Lap-Band and gastric bypass procedures require. Click the video screen to watch now! Read the full story

In this two-minute video, Dr. David Provost gives a hands on demonstration of how the Lap-Band works to restrict food intake and help patients feel full, so they eat less and lose weight. Using an actual Lap-Band device together with pictures and animated illustrations, Dr. Provost explains the gastric banding procedure in plain English. Click the video screen to watch now! Read the full story

What’s the difference between a malabsorptive weight loss surgery procedure, and a restrictive procedure? Does gastric bypass surgery have a better track record of success than the Lap-Band? Do my weight and comorbidities affect which procedure I can qualify for?

In this brief educational video, Dr. David Provost explains the most common weight loss surgery procedures, including the risks and benefits of each one. Click the video screen above to watch now, so you can make an educated decision about whether weight loss surgery is right for you!