After the LAP-BAND® procedure, I talk to patients about their eating habits and the best ways to make positive changes that will allow the Band to deliver great results. As I hear about the challenges that my patients face, I advise them on the steps they can take to leave old habits behind and adopt [...]
What to Do if Your LAP-BAND® Feels Tight
June 13th, 2010After your LAP-BAND® procedure, you may have questions about the new sensations attributable to the existence of the Band. While some discomfort may be normal, especially when the Band is new, you should understand the meaning of a tight Band and know when to seek an adjustment. Here are a few guidelines to help you [...]
Tips for Eating Out With the LAP-BAND®
June 6th, 2010If you are interested in the LAP-BAND® system as a tool for weight loss, it is good to educate yourself on all the ways you can maintain a healthy lifestyle after surgery. Patients wonder if they can still enjoy their favorite foods, along with their favorite restaurants. If you practice nutritional moderation, combined with regular [...]
5 Steps to Finding Your LAP-BAND® Surgeon
May 29th, 2010LAP-BAND® surgery can be a very effective weight loss tool when performed by a highly skilled surgeon and combined with positive lifestyle adjustments. Here are five simple steps you can take to find the Band surgeon that fits your needs.
Step #1: Find out all you can about the LAP-BAND® system. You can discover a [...]
Learn More With a Variety of LAP-BAND® Resources
May 23rd, 2010As you consider the benefits of LAP-BAND® surgery, you will want to spend a good amount of time educating yourself on the procedure before you make a decision. While a personalized consultation can give you invaluable insight into the adjustable gastric band, Dr. Gerald Kirshenbaum urges all of his patients at Lap Band Rockies to [...]
The LAP-BAND® TOTAL CARE® Program
May 15th, 2010If you’ve made a resolution to do something about excess weight, and you are ready to commit to a procedure like LAP-BAND®, Lap Band Rockies in Denver will do everything possible to help you feel comfortable and confident about your big step.
TOTAL CARE® Means Peace of Mind
When we see patients who are determined to make [...]
Adjustable Gastric Band Vs. Other Weight Loss Procedures
May 8th, 2010Putting on weight is easy, especially since eating right and finding time for exercise can be difficult in today’s busy, demanding world. Excess calories and high-fat foods can catch up to you, leading to obesity and weight-related conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and sleep apnea. Thankfully, severely overweight individuals have more options than ever before [...]
Frequently Asked Questions About Adjustable Gastric Band
April 30th, 2010How would you like the opportunity to shed the excess weight that has been standing in the way of your happiness and confidence? The Adjustable Gastric Band (LAP-BAND® or REALIZE® Band) has helped hundreds of thousands of people worldwide by initiating gradual weight loss through hunger and portion control. Whatever questions you may have, the [...]
Adjustable Gastric Band: Benefits of the Laparoscopic Technique
April 24th, 2010Many people have heard about the Adjustable Gastric Band (LAP-BAND® or REALIZE® Band) — the system that causes weight loss by restricting the amount of food that can be consumed — but few actually know how the procedure is performed.
If you have considered weight loss surgery, it may stick in the back of your mind [...]
