Congratulations! As a new patient it is important for you to understand that surgery is only the first step on your way towards a healthier and happier life. The next step is to learn as much as possible about positive changes that can enrich your life and what you can do to achieve long-term weight loss.

Obesity is a chronic, complex illness, with many contributing factors. Some of them are inherited and, consequently, cannot be changed, but others are behaviors that have been acquired, and you can change to improve your health and well-being.

This section will provide you with the necessary guidelines to make changes in your diet and behavior after your bariatric surgery. But these guidelines are not all you need. Our medical team will give you specific instructions which you should be sure you fully understand. Also, you must comply with the regular appointments we schedule for you. This will allow us to carefully control your progress. You must also inform us immediately if you experience any unusual symptom.

You are now on your way to losing weight successfully. You are also on your way towards a program for the rest of your life, which will keep you at a healthy weight. Follow our advice; it will help you lose excess weight after your surgery.