Every procedure offers different benefits, it is important to submit the information required, so that our expert team can choose the best procedure for you. We always take into account the patient's desires, so feel free to express your concerns.
Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive surgery in which the abdominal cavity is accessed through small incisions and a camera is used to view the abdominal organs.
Cash, credit card and transference.
Both the preoperative and postoperative appointments can take place via zoom.
Yes, prior to surgery you will have online appointments if you live outside of Guadalajara. Doctor Chisholm will interview you and examine you upon your arrival in the city.
This is not mandatory, you can have your postop appointments online, although Doctor
Chisholm would be glad to see you again personally.
Yes, we will explain to you what exams need to be done before surgery and you can get them done back home.
At least one day in advance.
We recommend patients staying at least for 3 days after the surgery, if an intragastric balloon was placed, the patient can travel the day after the procedure.
Recovery time lies between 7 to 14 days.
Alcohol consumption must be limited for the time the doctor mandates.
Lifestyle modifications, diet and exercise are crucial to achieve the weight loss desired and
maintain it. If the patient doesn’t comply with the nutritionist recommendations or doesn’t make exercise, a priority, he or she can experience a certain amount of weight regain.
Follow up is included for 6 months after Surgery.
After surgery the diet will be progressed over the course of 4 weeks, the first 2 weeks consist of liquid diet and the next 2 weeks consist of porridge. After this period the patient will virtually
eat normally, always taking into account dietary recommendations.
Soda or carbonated drinks.
Sugary drinks or meals.
Yes, you can become pregnant safely 18 months after any of the bariatric procedures.
