{"id":897,"date":"2011-06-30T13:50:51","date_gmt":"2011-06-30T20:50:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whyweight.com\/focus-is-on-sleeve-gastrectomy-part-ii-patient-benefits\/"},"modified":"2011-06-30T13:50:51","modified_gmt":"2011-06-30T20:50:51","slug":"focus-is-on-sleeve-gastrectomy-part-ii-patient-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whyweight.com\/focus-is-on-sleeve-gastrectomy-part-ii-patient-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Focus Is On Sleeve Gastrectomy, Part II \u2013 Patient Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"deke\"Benefits of Sleeve Gastrectomy<\/strong><\/p>\n

For many of our patients, the most important benefit of the gastric sleeve<\/a> is that they not only begin losing weight right away, but their health can improve dramatically right after surgery. Weight-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea, can be significantly improved or even resolved in as little as one week after the procedure.<\/p>\n

There are also several other benefits that the gastric sleeve provides to patients:<\/p>\n

\u2022\tFewer incisions are made (only three) – one in the naval, and two poke holes the size of a pencil.<\/p>\n

\u2022\tAt approximately 35 minutes, the procedure is quicker than gastric bypass or banding.<\/p>\n

\u2022\tIt requires no intestinal re-routing, which makes for a less-complicated procedure and results in quicker recovery.<\/p>\n

Insurance & Cost<\/strong><\/p>\n

Most insurance carriers that cover bariatric surgery now cover the gastric sleeve procedure, and more insurance carriers are expected to begin covering it in the future. Gastric sleeve is also more affordable than traditional gastric bypass (it costs about the same as gastric banding). Take advantage of our free insurance verification<\/a> to see if you qualify.<\/p>\n

For those interested in self-pay, The Surgical Specialists of Louisiana provide the added benefit of one year\u2019s worth of post-op complication coverage included in our affordable cash price.<\/p>\n

Real Success Story<\/strong><\/p>\n

Deke Bellavia<\/a>, whom you might know as the co-host of SportsTalk and the \u201cCountdown to Kick-Off\u201d on WWL Radio, the New Orleans Saints Radio Network, was type 2 diabetic and had high blood pressure. Deke knew he needed to lose weight in order to get his health back in check. His blood sugar was something he needed to get under control quickly, so after evaluating the options Deke chose the sleeve gastrectomy. His decision was easy \u2013 Deke heard SSL is the best weight loss surgery program in the country and he was very pleased with the process they have developed to prepare patients for surgery.<\/p>\n

Since his surgery 2 years ago, Deke lost 128 lbs and stopped taking all his diabetes and blood pressure medications. He says: \u201cSSL have changed my life. They really helped me take control of my health and my life. I can take on and do more work; I don\u2019t need as much sleep but feel great. To sum it all up, I am able to do a lot more with my life than ever before.\u201d<\/p>\n

If you are interested in learning more about the sleeve gastrectomy and laparoscopic weight loss surgery, please contact the Surgical Specialists of Louisiana at 1-877-691-3001 or visit them at www.whyweight.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About the Surgical Specialists of Louisiana at WhyWeight.com<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Surgical Specialists of Louisiana is committed to helping you lose weight and obtain a healthy lifestyle. Our nutritionists are available for one-on-one consultations. Whether you need to lose 15, 50 or 150 pounds, SSL can help you. Our medically supervised weight loss program, MyWeight<\/a>, combines nutrition therapy, physical activity and physician prescribed medication, if necessary. Our minimally invasive weight loss surgery procedure options, including gastric banding<\/a>, gastric bypass<\/a>, gastric sleeve and the duodenal switch, are for those who need to lose 50 or more pounds. <\/p>\n

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