Find clear, honest answers to the most common questions regarding bariatric, laparoscopic, and robotic surgeries.
Bariatric
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You may be a candidate if your BMI is 40 or above, or 35+ with serious obesity-related conditions like type 2 diabetes or hypertension. A thorough evaluation by Dr. Manek will determine the best option for you.
You may be a candidate if your BMI is 40 or above, or 35+ with serious obesity-related conditions like type 2 diabetes or hypertension. A thorough evaluation by Dr. Manek will determine the best option for you.
You may be a candidate if your BMI is 40 or above, or 35+ with serious obesity-related conditions like type 2 diabetes or hypertension. A thorough evaluation by Dr. Manek will determine the best option for you.
Most patients lose 60-80% of their excess body weight within 12-18 months. Results depend on following the dietary guidelines and lifestyle changes recommended post-surgery.
Most patients lose 60-80% of their excess body weight within 12-18 months. Results depend on following the dietary guidelines and lifestyle changes recommended post-surgery.
Most patients lose 60-80% of their excess body weight within 12-18 months. Results depend on following the dietary guidelines and lifestyle changes recommended post-surgery.
Modern bariatric procedures are very safe when performed by an experienced surgeon. The risks are actually lower than the long-term health risks of remaining severely obese. Dr. Manek has an excellent safety record.
Modern bariatric procedures are very safe when performed by an experienced surgeon. The risks are actually lower than the long-term health risks of remaining severely obese. Dr. Manek has an excellent safety record.
Modern bariatric procedures are very safe when performed by an experienced surgeon. The risks are actually lower than the long-term health risks of remaining severely obese. Dr. Manek has an excellent safety record.
General
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You can book an appointment through our website's appointment form, call our clinic directly, or send a WhatsApp message. We offer both in-person and teleconsultation appointments.
You can book an appointment through our website's appointment form, call our clinic directly, or send a WhatsApp message. We offer both in-person and teleconsultation appointments.
You can book an appointment through our website's appointment form, call our clinic directly, or send a WhatsApp message. We offer both in-person and teleconsultation appointments.
Yes, Dr. Manek's procedures are covered by most major health insurance plans. Our team will help you verify your insurance coverage and handle the pre-authorization process.
Yes, Dr. Manek's procedures are covered by most major health insurance plans. Our team will help you verify your insurance coverage and handle the pre-authorization process.
Yes, Dr. Manek's procedures are covered by most major health insurance plans. Our team will help you verify your insurance coverage and handle the pre-authorization process.
Laparoscopic
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Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery uses tiny incisions and a camera, while open surgery requires a large incision. Laparoscopic surgery results in less pain, shorter hospital stay, faster recovery, and smaller scars.
Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery uses tiny incisions and a camera, while open surgery requires a large incision. Laparoscopic surgery results in less pain, shorter hospital stay, faster recovery, and smaller scars.
Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery uses tiny incisions and a camera, while open surgery requires a large incision. Laparoscopic surgery results in less pain, shorter hospital stay, faster recovery, and smaller scars.
Most patients are discharged within 1-2 days and can resume light activities within 1 week. Full recovery is typically within 2-4 weeks, compared to 6-8 weeks for open surgery.
Most patients are discharged within 1-2 days and can resume light activities within 1 week. Full recovery is typically within 2-4 weeks, compared to 6-8 weeks for open surgery.
Most patients are discharged within 1-2 days and can resume light activities within 1 week. Full recovery is typically within 2-4 weeks, compared to 6-8 weeks for open surgery.
Post-Op
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Your diet progresses through phases: clear liquids (week 1), full liquids (weeks 2-3), soft foods (weeks 4-6), then regular healthy foods. High protein, low sugar, and regular small meals are key.
Your diet progresses through phases: clear liquids (week 1), full liquids (weeks 2-3), soft foods (weeks 4-6), then regular healthy foods. High protein, low sugar, and regular small meals are key.
Your diet progresses through phases: clear liquids (week 1), full liquids (weeks 2-3), soft foods (weeks 4-6), then regular healthy foods. High protein, low sugar, and regular small meals are key.
This depends on your job type. Desk job patients typically return within 1-2 weeks. Those with physical jobs may need 3-4 weeks. Dr. Manek will give you specific advice based on your procedure and recovery.
This depends on your job type. Desk job patients typically return within 1-2 weeks. Those with physical jobs may need 3-4 weeks. Dr. Manek will give you specific advice based on your procedure and recovery.
This depends on your job type. Desk job patients typically return within 1-2 weeks. Those with physical jobs may need 3-4 weeks. Dr. Manek will give you specific advice based on your procedure and recovery.
Yes, lifelong vitamin supplementation is essential after bariatric surgery. You will need multivitamins, calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B12, and iron. Dr. Manek's team will guide you on the right supplements.
Yes, lifelong vitamin supplementation is essential after bariatric surgery. You will need multivitamins, calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B12, and iron. Dr. Manek's team will guide you on the right supplements.
Yes, lifelong vitamin supplementation is essential after bariatric surgery. You will need multivitamins, calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B12, and iron. Dr. Manek's team will guide you on the right supplements.
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