3 Things to Look for when Selecting a Bariatric Surgeon

While weight loss surgery has been proven to be safe and effective, choosing a versatile, highly experienced surgeon like Dr. Michael Feiz can make all the difference.

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Dec 09, 2014, 07:36 ET

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 9, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- During the debate over healthcare legislation in 2011, researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health conducted a series of polls that asked the American people a variety of questions about health care, including what they look for when selecting a surgeon for an important procedure. The response was split down the middle, with 48% saying they would go with a surgeon who successfully operated on someone they knew, and 47% saying they would pick whichever surgeon had the best track record. While it is understandable that the former group was enticed by familiarity, the choice of a bariatric surgeon is too important to simply settle for whatever is convenient. A truly renowned surgeon like Michael Feiz, M.D., F.A.C.S., exhibits qualities vital to the surgical and recovery process that run-of-the-mill doctors simply cannot provide. Here are several things to be aware of when selecting a bariatric surgeon.

Options – Some surgeons specialize in just one type of weight loss surgery, and they try to push every patient that walks through their doors into that specific procedure. Yet, every patient is unique, with completely different health problems and weight loss goals. Depending on a patient's BMI and overall medical history, a renowned weight loss surgeon like Dr. Feiz will recommend a variety of laparoscopic surgical options to meet that individual patient's needs. Specifically, while a Lap Band procedure may work for certain patients, others who have trouble controlling their food intake may be better suited to a sleeve gastrectomy procedure.
Patient Connection and Supplemental Support – Many people view bariatric surgery as a silver bullet to weight loss, but it is only the first step in the weight loss journey. It is the job of a bariatric surgeon and his or her staff to give patients every tool possible to lose and keep off their excess weight. This often means staying connected to their patients well after they leave the operating table to make sure that they are doing everything they can to reach their goals. Dr. Feiz and the outstanding Dr. Feiz and Associates team not only give patients advice and guidance on how to lose weight after their procedure, they also recommend vitamins and mineral supplements that are important in maintaining health during weight loss.
Proven Record – Although bariatric procedures have a relatively low rate of complications, it is important to pick a surgeon whose safety record exceeds even some of the most highly regarded surgeons. Dr. Feiz is proud of his practice's zero percent mortality rate across countless patients. And, if any complications or problems do arise, there is no better doctor to have on your speed dial than Dr. Feiz.

If you are looking for a bariatric surgeon, or any surgeon for that matter, it is always wise to be on the side of the 47% who value experience and quality first. While many people do hear about Dr. Feiz through a friend or family member who has had outstanding results after selecting him for their procedure, it is his unmatched expertise, patient care, and track record that makes him one of the most successful and highly regarded bariatric surgeons in the nation.

If you or someone you know is looking for a skilled bariatric surgeon to ensure your weight loss journey is as smooth as possible, visit the Dr. Feiz and Associates website or contact them today by calling 800-868-5946.

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