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Canada may pay for Out-Of-Country Lap Band Surgery due to 3-10 year waiting period

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 27, 2014

leafWe have received reports recently from many of our Canadian patients that the Government may be willing to reimburse the cost of Lap Band Surgery for those patients on a 3 to 4 year waiting list in Canada.  Often for Canadian patients seeking Lap Band Surgery, the wait can be even longer (Please See Estimated Waiting Time by Province).  […]

Canada may pay for Out-Of-Country Lap Band Surgery due to 3-10 year waiting period2016-12-12T22:23:28-08:00

Chris Christie’s Lap Band Surgery declared a “Success” after losing over 100 lbs in a year

  • New Jersey Governor was fitted with lap band in February 2013
  • Experts predict that he has lost as much as 45 per cent of his excess weight – meaning he dropped to an estimated 320 lbs
  • He has claimed that the weight loss surgery was for his family, not career
Chris Christie has lost 100 lbs since last year, deeming his weight-loss surgery a success, experts have said.The 5 ft 11 New Jersey Governor underwent lap-band surgery in […]
Chris Christie’s Lap Band Surgery declared a “Success” after losing over 100 lbs in a year2016-12-12T22:23:28-08:00

Study says weight loss surgery improves Women’s sex lives

lips-heightWomen that go under the knife for weight loss surgery see improvements not just in their physical health, but in their sex lives too, a new study shows.

Writing in the Journal of the American Medical Association Surgery, University of Pennsylvania researcher David Sarwer and colleagues say they’ve found that after bariatric surgery, female patients score better on sexual functioning and desire. They also show improvements in the […]

Study says weight loss surgery improves Women’s sex lives2016-12-12T22:23:32-08:00

Governor Chris Christie’s weight loss fuels interest in lap-band surgeries

Article Source: Examiner.com

bf21c2eab2928fb8e3acaccd2c63efd1Governor Chris Christie has steadily been losing weight since undergoing lap-band surgery seven months ago. While his weight loss has not been dramatic, bariatric surgeons say Christie’s transformation has boosted interest in gastric-band and -bypass surgeries.

“We had more media attention than we ever had [after Christie’s surgery],” Dr. Jaime Ponce told the Seattle Times Oct. 5. “It was amazing how many phone […]

Governor Chris Christie’s weight loss fuels interest in lap-band surgeries2016-12-12T22:23:32-08:00

Real Housewives Star, Lauren Manzo reveals she has had Lap Band Surgery

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Whether you’re excited or less-than-stoked for the reported Real Housewives of New Jersey spin-off featuring Caroline Manzo and her family, there is no arguing that the Manzos are an interesting bunch. You have Albie who is arguably the most handsome son to emerge out of the Housewives franchise and then the whole situation with them owning the Brownstone. But my favorite […]

Real Housewives Star, Lauren Manzo reveals she has had Lap Band Surgery2016-12-12T22:23:33-08:00

Jets coach Rex Ryan shared his experience with Lap Band Surgery (Video)

Article Source: Fox News

Football fans will notice a slimmer, healthier Rex Ryan on the sidelines this season.

After reaching 348 pounds, the head coach of the New York Jets decided it was time to take action to improve his health. Dr. Manny Alvarez, senior managing health editor at FoxNews.com, spoke to Ryan about his decision to undergo lap-band surgery – and his 120 pound weight […]

Jets coach Rex Ryan shared his experience with Lap Band Surgery (Video)2016-12-12T22:23:33-08:00

Lap Band Surgery is now being used in the fight against Diabetes

Article Source: News.Com.Au

OVERWEIGHT people are resorting to surgery usually reserved for the severely obese for the sake of their health.

diabetesAnd some doctors are now so convinced by the success of lap band surgery in cutting the risk of diabetes that they are calling for it to be available to anyone weighing 80kgs and above.

“The reality is for the vast majority of people, non-surgical […]

Lap Band Surgery is now being used in the fight against Diabetes2016-12-12T22:23:33-08:00

Lap Band Surgery Helps Bremerton Girl Be ‘The Kid I Want To Be’

Lap Band Surgery Helps Bremerton Girl Be ‘The Kid I Want To Be’

Source: Kitsap Sun
https://www.kitsapsun.com/

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Seventh grade can be hard on a kid.

There’s battles with self-confidence, puberty, popularity, acne, growth spurts, sexual awareness, drugs, drinking, grades. The list of […]

Lap Band Surgery Helps Bremerton Girl Be ‘The Kid I Want To Be’2016-12-12T22:23:33-08:00

Reality Show Star, Corey Harrison loses 115 Pounds with the Lap Band & protein bars

Article written By Brittney R. Villalva, of the Christian Post Reporter

corey-harrison“Pawn Stars” shop owner Corey Harrison has lost 115 pounds over the past year after undergoing lap band surgery and an extreme overhaul to his diet.

While he may be known as “Big Hoss” in the “Pawn Stars” reality series, Corey Harrison decided a year ago that it was time to lose weight. The […]

Reality Show Star, Corey Harrison loses 115 Pounds with the Lap Band & protein bars2016-12-12T22:23:33-08:00

Patient, Patti O | Update: 10 Years Later, Continued Success with the Lap Band * Results may vary

I found an old photo ID of mine from about 10 years ago, and couldn’t believe it was me! I was trapped inside my own body, trying desperately to get out and just LIVE! I thank God every day for Dr. Kuri, his caring attitude, his wonderful staff, the awesome support I’ve always gotten and the great friends I’ve made along the way. The best advice I have is if you are genetically prone to […]

Patient, Patti O | Update: 10 Years Later, Continued Success with the Lap Band * Results may vary2016-12-12T22:23:33-08:00

NY Jets Coach, Rex Ryan has lost 120 lbs with the Lap Band!

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Article Source: Larry Brown Sports

We were impressed last May when Rex Ryan revealed he already lost 90 pounds since undergoing lap band surgery in March 2010. We’re even more impressed after learning that Ryan has dropped a total of 120 pounds since the surgery and is now looking pretty svelte.

The New York Jets head coach spoke with the New York Post about running […]

NY Jets Coach, Rex Ryan has lost 120 lbs with the Lap Band!2016-12-12T22:23:33-08:00
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