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Want the patient's perspective? Watch bariatric surgery stories from real patients.
Centers of Excellence Karen Schulz, RN, MSN Bariatric Program Director
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Success Karen Schulz, RN, MSN Bariatric Program Director
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Psychological Evaluation David Sarwer, Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist
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Preoperative Evaluation Karen Schulz, RN, MSN Bariatric Program Director
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Changing Habits Beth Taschuk, RD Dietician
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Dietary Difference Between Banding and Gastric Bypass Beth Taschuk, RD Dietician
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Eating Habits Beth Taschuk, RD Dietician
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New Healthy Diet Kelly Elliott, RD Dietician
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Daily Motivation Mischelle Wilkinson Fitness Expert
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Consistent Workouts Mischelle Wilkinson Fitness Expert
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Weight Loss Surgery Recovery and Nutrition Beth Taschuk, RD Dietician
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Exercise After Bariatric Surgery Mischelle Wilkinson Fitness Expert
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Nutrition During Recovery Kelly Elliott, RD Dietician
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Weight Loss Support Resources David Sarwer, Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist
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Criteria for Medical Necessity Laura Boyer, RN, CBN Clinical Operations Director
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Denial and Appeal Laura Boyer, RN, CBN Clinical Operations Director
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Paying for Surgery Laura Boyer, RN, CBN Clinical Operations Director
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Financial Support Karen Schulz, RN, MSN Bariatric Program Director
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION The REALIZE® Adjustable Gastric Band is used in morbidly obese adult patients for significant long-term weight loss. It may not be right for individuals with certain digestive tract conditions. All surgery presents risks. Weight, age, and medical history determine your specific risks. Ask your doctor if bariatric surgery is right for you. For more information, call 1-866-REALIZE (1-866-732-5493). Risks for all bariatric procedures
© Johnson & Johnson, Inc. 2007-2011 All rights reserved. DSL# 09-0903 Last Updated: March 2011. This site is published by Ethicon Endo-Surgery, a unit of Johnson & Johnson Medical Products, a division of Johnson & Johnson, Inc., which is solely responsible for its contents, and is intended for Canada audiences only. This site is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Only your physician can diagnose and appropriately treat your symptoms.
†The REALIZE Solution combines REALIZE mySUCCESS® with the use of select Ethicon Endo-Surgery surgical instruments for bariatric surgery.
