Seeking a second opinion for bariatric surgery: When, why and how?
Obesity is a recognised medical condition and has profound effects on your physical and mental health. Obese people are at greater risk of stroke, a range of cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes and respiratory problems. Besides these, obesity can have a profound effect on your mental health as well which includes risk of depression, poor self-esteem, and issues with body image.
Despite their best efforts, some obese people struggle to lose weight and hence opt for bariatric surgery.
When should you consider taking a second opinion on bariatric surgery?
Bariatric surgery is an irreversible procedure and hence you must be absolutely convinced of the need for this procedure. If you have any doubts regarding the surgery and its long term health implications, you must consider taking a second opinion on bariatric surgery.
Why is a second opinion on bariatric surgery important?
A second opinion on bariatric surgery will:
- Help you find out if there are any other non-surgical treatment options available
- Help you ensure that a bariatric surgery is the best way to help you
- Help you be sure that the surgery will provide you significant improvements to your health that you are seeking
Who can give the best opinion on bariatric surgery?
A bariatric surgeon is an expert in the field of various bariatric & weight loss surgeries such as gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy etc. A gastric surgeon will be able to correctly advise you on the surgery, the risks involved and the results that you can expect.
At Second Opinion Clinic, we have India’s bariatric surgeons who can help you in deciding the best path for your weight loss. To take an online second opinion from India’s best bariatric surgeon, please signup or login using your credentials.
To take a second opinion for Bariatric Surgery
