The Real Skinny on Weight Loss Surgery: An Indispensable Guide to What You Can Really Expect!
Janeway, Julie M., Ph.D.; Sparks, Karen J.; Baker, Randal S., M.D.; Liebrock, Carrie A.; Glass, Scott H.
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Language: English
Published by Little Victories Pr, 2007
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- Title
- The Real Skinny on Weight Loss Surgery: An Indispensable Guide to What You Can Really Expect!
- Author
- Janeway, Julie M., Ph.D.; Sparks, Karen J.; Baker, Randal S., M.D.; Liebrock, Carrie A.; Glass, Scott H.
- Publisher
- Little Victories Pr
- Publication year
- 2007
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0976767228
- ISBN 13
- 9780976767220
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
Written for REAL people, by REAL people, about REAL stuff! If you're a REAL person considering weight loss surgery, this book will give you the right information to make the decision, whether or not it's REALLY right for you! If you've already decided on surgery, then we'll tell you what it's REALLY like to live day to day as a weight loss surgery patient, and how to find a good bariatric surgeon and multidisciplinary practice who'll help you live a healthier, happier life. Plus, the book is updated with REAL info on the LAB-Band procedure; REAL info on the gastric sleeve, sclerotherapy as an alternative to re-operation for weight gain, and other procedures and potential treatment options; REAL info about hidden costs related to bariatric surgery, and tips to deal with them; and REAL answers about skin issues, protein diets, co-morbidities, and other scary thoughts. No celebrity life stories. No unrealistic Hollywood expectations. Just real life experiences, tips, and information to help you make the decision that's right for you.\n
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About the Author
<div>Dr. Randal Baker specializes in bariatric surgery and serves as Medical Director of the Surgical Intensive Care Units at Spectrum Hospital, and is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Michigan State University. His bio-absorbable staple line product won the 2002 American Medical Innovation of the Year award. His research received the prestigious international INAMED Award. Karen J. Sparks is a gastric bypass patient. She is a former Dean of Business Administration and Technology at Baker College, and has been teaching for fifteen years, specializing in management strategies, administrative functions, and technology applications, with emphasis on real world application through experiential learning. Julie M. Janeway is a gastric bypass patient. She is a previously published author, a former on-air legal correspondent for a Michigan ABC affiliate, and currently teaches at Central Michigan University. Julie Janeway has taught for twelve years, specializing in law, political science, and social science.</div>
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