Weight Loss Surgery, why do I need to see so many people?

My surgeon, dietician, psychologist,  anaesthetist, nurse. 

Do I really need to see all these people?  Why can't I just meet my surgeon and then just let them help me?

That's a great and very important question.  Weight loss surgery is quite a big thing to do, so at The Private Surgeon we need to make sure that you are aware of all of the implications and also we need to make sure that you are absolutely ready, so let's look at who does what.

Your Surgeon: they will work with you to find out the best possible option.  There are many alternatives so it's all about what suits your lifestyle, eating behaviour and wallet

Your Dietician: they will firstly make sure that you don't have any nutritional problems and will importantly advise you of what changes you will need to make running up to your surgery and immediately afterwards

Your Psychologist: they will speak to you about the impact that surgery might have on you and how best you can manage it.  People who have weight loss surgery often lose lots of weight quite quickly so it's important that you understand what this might mean to you as a person

Your Nurse: They will be checking your blood tests and preparing you for surgery as well as looking after you following the operation.

Your Anaesthetist: weight significantly affects general anaesthetic.  This is why it's important for them to make sure they know all about you and your health.

The main objective of seeing so many people is that we find the best solution for YOU and that you are aware of all the implications.

At The Private Surgeon, we never cut corners and we always make sure that you are completely happy with everything and that we can give you the best possible service.

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