Dr Frenzel and Dr. Castro are experts in the field of Bariatric surgery with a combined experience of greater than 2500 bariatric procedures performed. They both perform all the various bariatric operations and believe that there is not one operation that is right for everyone. They are also a referral source for many complicated patients that may need revisional surgery.
Obesity is a serious health problem facing many Americans. Statistics show that over 30 percent of our nation's citizens are obese. According to a recent report, Texas ranks 14th on a list of adult obesity rates organized by state.* Dr. Frenzel and Dr. Castro are specially trained in minimally invasive bariatric surgery techniques. Through one of these bariatric procedures, patients can achieve a significant weight reduction, as well as an improvement in general health. After bariatric surgery, a post bariatric body contouring procedure can finalize your body shape improvements.
Bariatric surgeries at New Beginnings Bariatric Surgical Group....
Lap Band: the adjustable gastric band is an inflatable device that gets placed on the upper part of your stomach to suppress hunger and food intake.
Realize Band: a similar option to the lap band, the realize band has a wide range of adjustment.
Gastric Bypass: the most common weight loss surgery, dividing the stomach into a small pouch to promote food malabsorption.
Gastric Sleeve: the sleeve gastrectomy may be recommended for bariatric surgery patients with high-risk health factors present or the super obese
Post-Bariatric Body Lift: the lower body lift is intended to reduce excess skin and tissue that is often present after significant weight loss. Working around the body in a circumferential fashion, Dr. Frenzel removes and tightens skin to improve body shape.
Informed Patients Get Better Results
The general goals of bariatric surgery are multifaceted, but an improvement in your health is paramount. To be mentally prepared, it is important to evaluate your expectations for bariatric surgery and make an informed choice. Like other surgical procedures, bariatric surgery carries some level of risk. A commitment to making the appropriate lifestyle changes, while understanding the risks, benefits, and limitations of bariatric surgery is necessary for optimum results.
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