Tijuana Bariatrics

How to Choose a Gastric Sleeve Surgeon

Apr 20, 2014 @ 02:34 PM — by info
Tagged with: Gastric Sleeve Bariatric Surgery

There are many important decisions that go into bariatric surgery treatment, and this includes picking the right surgeon and the right practice for you and your needs. Our bariatric surgery center has helped countless patients achieve a healthier weight, and we believe that our surgeons an ideal pick for performing a gastric sleeve or any other kind of weight loss procedure.

Right now, we'd like to provide prospective bariatric surgery patients with some tips on how to select a surgeon who is right for them and their needs.

Why Picking the Right Surgeon Is So Important

The success of your bariatric surgery is partially dependent on your rapport with your surgeon. If you trust your surgeon and his or her abilities, the more likely it is that you surgery will go well and you will have the pre-surgical and post-surgical support that you need.

Look at the Bariatric Surgeon's Education and Credentials

When you're picking a surgeon, be sure to check on his or her education and credentials for surgery. A degree from a trusted educational institution as well as membership in a professional society of some kind are both keys to consider and demonstrate a commitment to the medical field and patient wellness.

Look Up Online Reviews of the Bariatric Surgeon

The internet has made finding reviews of surgeons even easier than it was in the past. Be sure to look up patient reviews of practices and surgeons. Not only will actual gastric sleeve surgery patients help you understand the procedure, they will also let you know if a surgeon was helpful, trustworthy, and reputable.

Contact the Surgeon's Office to Ask Questions

Be sure to get in touch with the practice directly if it looks promising and ask questions. Engaging in a dialogue with the surgeon and his or her staff will give you a good idea if they're the right fit for you. Scheduling a consultation there is also helpful since it will allow you to understand what the office dynamic is like.

Why Tijuana Bariatrics Is a Good Choice for Your Gastric Sleeve

Our skilled weight loss surgery specialists perform all surgeries in a state-of-the-art full-service hospital. They take time with all patients, explaining the pros and cons of all procedures so that they can make the best possible decisions with regard to their overall health and wellness.

In addition to their excellent training and education, our surgeons are very attentive to the needs of patients. Those visiting from out of the country are set up in a fine local hotel and are provided with a bilingual driver from the practice. The patient is shuttled to and from surgery, reducing any stress or other hassles associated with the procedure.

These are just a few of the amenities and services that our practice provides, and we will be happy to discuss more of them when you stop by for a visit.

Learn More About Gastric Sleeve Surgery

If you would like to learn more about gastric sleeve surgery and your many other options available for bariatric surgery, it's important that you contact our Tijuana weight loss surgery center today. By discussing all of your treatment options with our team, you'll be able to make smart and well-informed decisions about your overall health and wellness.