Car and plane travel
If traveling a long distance by car, be sure to plan regular rest breaks (every 2 hours) to stretch your legs. Do not drive yourself home.
If traveling by plane, you may want to request flight assistance ahead of your flight so that you do not have to walk long distances in the airport. If you require a flight longer than 3 hours, make sure you stretch your legs every 2 hours during the flight.
You might want to pack a small cushion or pillow and loose fitting clothing for your journey home.
The airport serving the Greater New Orleans area is the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Distance Follow Up Care & Communicating With Your Local Healthcare Provider
Routine lab work is required at one, three, six and 12 months, and every year following your procedure.
Post Operative Pain Management
While minimal pain is expected, patients return home with pain medication and sufficient refills to manage any post-operative pain during their recovery process.
Is It Covered By Insurance?
Insurance is always a concern for anyone contemplating major elective surgery. We have 12 full-time Patient Advocates who facilitate the bariatric surgery insurance approval process for our patients. This team focuses solely on acquiring insurance approval for weight loss surgery. Upon inquiry into our practice, an advocate will be designated to address your individual preoperative needs. One of 12 advocates will walk you through the insurance maze and personally contact your insurance representative.
What’s My Next Step
To schedule a visit or have your questions answered please contact our Patient Advocate Department.
You can reach us at 1-877-691-3001 or contact us online.
