My hospital no longer provides the Band.

Oct 16, 2014

In the Fall 2014 Newsletter by UW Bariatric, my surgeon, Dr. Michael Garren addresses the band. He states that nearly 40% of band patients fail to lose weight and 50% have to have the band removed after 5 years post op. This troubles me deeply because in January I will have my 5 year bandiversary. Although I have recently gained 10 lbs. I view my surgery as a success. I do not want to have my band removed. I believe that it is still a useful tool.

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