New Studies Underscore Benefits of Bariatric Surgery for Type 2 Diabetes

Gastric sleeve surgery and gastric bypass have been shown to radically reverse the effects of Type 2 diabetes and even, in many cases, send the disease into complete remission. According to two new studies published in the New England Journal of Medicine, these procedures actually have more success getting patients off their diabetes medication than traditional treatment plans. Lap Band surgery was not a part of the study. Here at Dr. Feiz & Associates, we routinely perform micro sleeve, gastric bypass, and Lap Band in Los Angeles. Contact us today for a FREE initial consultation, or to attend one of our FREE informational seminars.

Is there a kind of weight loss surgery with a faster and less painful recovery?

Are you interested in a weight loss procedure like sleeve gastrectomy surgery but are hesitant because you are concerned about a painful and lengthy recovery? These are legitimate reasons for reluctance, but it's worth considering the difference made by a new and proven method known as the STARR Treatment. With the STARR Treatment, a few select surgeons - Dr. Michael Feiz among them - are able to perform micro sleeve surgery, which offers the same dramatic weight loss results as conventional sleeve gastrectomy, but is done with only a SINGLE INCISION. As you can imagine, less cutting means less post-operative pain, a faster healing period, and virtually no scarring. If you are interested in learning more about this breakthrough procedure, contact us to schedule a FREE consultation. 

Weight Loss Surgery: A Matter of Physical Health and Self-Esteem

There has traditionally been a social stigma attached to weight loss surgery like the Lap Band in Los Angeles. In the past, some have looked down their noses at people who turn to bariatric surgery, assuming that it's an easy way out for someone who simply doesn't have the willpower to lose weight "the old fashioned way." If only it were that simple. Most of the people who come to Dr. Feiz & Associates interested in surgical weight loss in Los Angeles have already tried exercise and diet, and are so frustrated that they are on the verge of giving up. This social stigma is fading away fast as society as a whole learns more about problems associated with weight, but even if it wasn't, it's high time people stopped listening to this kind pressure and criticism. We don't say this because we are trying to push some procedure on people who come to see us. We say it because the path forward to successful weight loss, like so many challenges in life, is really about claiming control over your own destiny. Of course we are there to offer the professional help and support you need and deserve, but ultimately this is your choice, as it should be. Just deciding that for yourself is a first, and powerful, step toward restoring your self-esteem, and your zest for life. We have seen the positive changes in our patients, not just in their dramatic weight loss, but in their entire worldview. Contact us for a FREE consultation to learn more about our procedures, including the Lap Band in Beverly Hills.

What should I look for when I choose a bariatric surgeon?

Dr. Feiz & Associates has built a solid reputation for consistently delivering positive results and providing exceptional patient care. Our team of medical professionals are absolutely dedicated to the people who come to us looking for solutions to weight loss in Los Angeles. More people are turning to Dr. Feiz and his team for gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and the Lap Band in Los Angeles because of the positive word-of-mouth that we have earned over our many years of service. When it comes to finding a bariatric surgeon, don't settle for less than you deserve. Dr. Feiz is among a few select surgeons in the United States who is qualified to perform the STARR Treatment, a cutting-edge method that allows him to perform a variety of weight loss surgeries, including the Lap Band in Beverly Hills, with only a SINGLE INCISION. You can imagine how that translates into a faster recovery, with less post-op pain and less noticeable scarring. Contact us for a FREE consultation.

Depression and Weight Loss Surgery

Here at Dr. Feiz & Associates, we recognize that obesity takes as much of a psychological toll as it does a physical toll. Depression can be a terrible burden, and people shouldn't have to suffer in silence. By no means do we believe that everyone in society should be unsatisfied with anything less than the perfect body. Healthy people have healthy, realistic goals when it comes to their physique. But when we talk about weight loss in Los Angeles, we're not talking about perfection; we're talking about happiness, pure and simple. The procedures that we offer, from gastric bypass to sleeve gastrectomy and the Lap Band in Los Angeles, deliver amazing results that can increase your lifespan. Just as importantly, they can improve the quality of your life. We don't promise that all of your problems will go away once you undergo bariatric surgery, but it is a vital step toward restoring the self-esteem that you so richly deserve. You can be happy again. You can feel good about yourself again. Exploring weight loss surgery means reclaiming control of your life, and it's not a road you have to travel alone. Contact us for a FREE consultation on any of our procedures, including the Lap Band in Beverly Hills.

What are the different types of bariatric surgery?

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to bariatric surgery. Here at Dr. Feiz & Associates, we offer three major approaches to weight loss in Los Angeles. You may be a good candidate for more than one, or none at all. It is important to consult with us first to review your medical history, assess your health, and determine the best course of action. Many people are inquiring about the Lap Band in Los Angeles, in part because it is a relatively non-invasive procedure. We offer the Lap Band in Beverly Hills, along with gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery. To find out more about these procedures, and to share your personal goals and concerns with us, please don't hesitate to schedule a FREE consultation.

Can you tell me about the STARR Treatment?

The STARR Treatment is a revolutionary new approach to weight loss in Los Angeles. Only a few select bariatric surgeons in the United States are qualified to perform the STARR Treatment, among them Dr. Michael Feiz. The STARR Treatment allows a surgeon to perform micro Lap Band surgery or micro sleeve surgery, both of which will now only require A SINGLE INCISION. As you can imagine, this method means a faster recovery period, less post-operative discomfort, and significantly less scarring. To learn more, contact Dr. Feiz & Associates for a FREE consultation.