Gastric Band for Life
The Obesity Epidemic
Treatment Options
The LAP-BAND® Adjustable Gastric Band
LAP-BAND® System Surgery
Post-Surgery Diet and Nutrition
Living with the LAP-BAND® Adjustable Gastric Band
FAQ's
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Take Control of Your Obesity and Your Life


GastricBandForLife.com is a service that is offered to surgeons performing the LAP-BAND® Adjustable Gastric Banding System procedure. Our surgeons offer a comprehensive, one-stop LAP-BAND® System surgical weight solution for the treatment of obesity.

In just one day, you can safely put your health and your life back on track; the LAP-BAND® System could really change your life. If you are at least 100 pounds overweight and tired of obesity-related health problems, you need to learn more about our program, feel free to browse our site, but don't forget to let us know that you wish to attend our free seminar.

 

  New Release

SURGERY CENTERS VS. HOSPITALS?
In the wake of patient concerns following the well publicized death of a celebrity's mother in 2008, California Bariatric Management will be announcing at the 26th annual meeting for the Americal Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), that it intends to fund a study that would compare outcomes of surgey centers with those from hospitals, stay tuned for details.

  Myths About the LAP-BAND® System

Myth #1. "Many prominent bariatric surgeons are not doing this surgery, it must not work." This is not the reason, the truth is that not all insurance companies cover this new surgery and many facilities do not want to handle non insurance covered treatments.

 FAQ's
Does the LAP-BAND® Adjustable Gastric Band limit any physical activity? Answer: No, it does not hamper physical activity including aerobics, stretching and strenuous exercise.
 

FDA Approved LAP-BAND® Adjustable Gastric Banding System!
This unique surgical procedure helps you eat smaller portions and gradually lose the unhealthy excess weight. For optimal results, a healthy diet and routine exercise are needed, but the LAP-BAND® System acts as the tool you need to be successful for the long-term.
As with any surgery, there are specific risks and possible complications associated with the LAP-BAND® System Surgery . Talk to your doctor to determine if you are a candidate for the LAP-BAND® System.