What are the risks of bariatric surgery?
There are risks and complications, including death, associated with all major surgical procedures with severe obesity increasing the risks. It is of the utmost importance that you and your physician exchange information and discuss the benefits, alternatives and all the possible risks of obesity surgery to allow for an informed decision. Long-term weight loss varies for each patient and will depend upon diet and exercise. Patients need to recognize and understand that there is, and cannot be, any guarantee of an expected outcome. Patients who choose our program will learn more about the procedures, surgeons and understand that there is a caring qualified staff ready to assist in their weight loss.
