University of California, San Diego Medical Center – Center for the Treatment of Obesity

Post-Operative Care

Gastric Band Post-Operative Care & Support

UCSD's comprehensive weight loss surgery program is dedicated to helping you achieve your best weight loss results after gastric banding. We will provide long-term post-operative care and support to help you incorporate and maintain the lifestyle changes that will enable you to help you achieve your goals.

• Download the Laparoscopic Gastric Banding Post-operative Instruction Handout (PDF)

The following areas are key in helping you reach your weight loss goals:

• Adjustments -- As the only adjustable weight-loss surgery in the United States, the gastric band system can be tailored to help you reach your weight loss goals.
  
  
• Diet --  Review and follow the post-operative dietary guidelines closely, as they are critical to your recovery and weight loss success.
  
  
• Exercise -- Because it is vital to helping you achieve and maintain your weight loss goals, you should incorporate moderate exercise into your daily routine.
  
  
• Motivation -- Gastric banding is an effective treatment for morbid obesity, however, your motivation is key in helping you achieve your weight loss goals.
  
  
• Support Group -- This support group at UCSD's Thornton Hospital will provide a safe environment in which gastric band patients are able to participate, share, ask questions, exchange advice and find support.

It's important to remember that your gastric band supports you in achieving lasting results by limiting food intake, reducing appetite and slowing digestion. Your commitment to a new lifestyle is extremely important for long-term weight loss.

We will help you stay focused and healthy throughout your post-operative weight loss journey.