The laparoscopic gastric lap band, also known as a Slimband, is a small device that is placed on the upper part of the stomach just below the esophagus. The surgery is minimally invasive, with only a few small incisions. The band itself is can be adjusted in size by inflating or deflating the hollow [...]
Weight loss surgeries have been performed over many decades now and it has always carried with it the risks involved. Lot of deaths has been reported traditionally of people who have taken these surgeries for weight loss. However, today with the advancement in surgical procedures we have surgeries like Lap Band surgery which greatly reduces [...]
Kate is a late 30's work at home mom who has been overweight for the last 12 years. With the impending age of the big 4-0, she's decided to take back her life and her health with lap band surgery. With over 100lbs to go and a ton of enthusiasm, Kate is waiting for her surgery date.