Bariatric Surgery Guide

Your Bariatric Surgery Experience

In This Section:

General Instructions

Work through this list of general pre-operative instructions to increase the safety and comfort of your surgery. More…

The Week Before Surgery

The short list of tasks you need to accomplish in the week leading up to your bariatric surgery. More…

The Day Before Surgery

Your pre-op instructions for showering and eating prior to your bariatric procedure. More…

The Day of Your Surgery

How to arrive at the hospital ready for bariatric surgery. More…

In the Hospital

What you can expect to happen when you arrive at the hospital. More…

Recovering from Bariatic Surgery

You won’t remember much about the immediate post-operative period as you recover from anesthesia. Here is a description of what will be happening. More…

Pain Management

A little discomfort is normal and quite manageable. Here is some advice on evaluating and managing discomfort after your bariatric surgery. More…

Moving After BariatricSurgery

How will your activity be restricted after bariatric surgery? Find out here. More…

Symptoms to Expect

What symptoms are normal after surgery and which ones are reasons for concern? More…

Leaving the Hospital

Once you leave the hospital you will be taking care of yourself.  Here is a list of things to keep in mind as you travel home and in the first few hours as you settle into your new routine. More…