In the laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding procedure, commonly known as the lap-band, a rubber-like ring containing an inflatable balloon is placed around the upper part of the stomach and affixed in place. This creates a small stomach pouch similar to the small pouch created surgically in the gastric bypass procedure. The difference is two-fold: first, the band does not completely separate the small pouch from the large pouch and, second, the band can be tightened or loosened to achieve the desired effect.
Injecting or removing fluid regulates the size of the balloon attached to the band. The balloon in the band is connected by a tube to a port, or reservoir, that is easily accessible by the surgeon in your abdominal wall. The lap band helps you achieve weight-loss through restriction, by restricting the amount of food that your stomach can hold.
Would you like more information about Bariatric Surgery treatment options? Or do you have questions about weight-loss treatment cost? Get in touch with the experts at BASS Bariatric Surgery Center today for more details. Dr's Brian Chin and Jason Moy have completed countless bariatric weight-loss surgeries and they're ready to assist you with this life changing procedure. We are happy to provide our services to the residents of Walnut Creek, Brentwood, and in the entire East Bay Area.
Dr. Chin and all the staff were amazing. I had my gastric sleeve surgery in August 2021, and I have lost 70 lbs in the last 7 months. It’s the best thing I could have done for my health and myself. It requires mental determination and strength, but it’s totally worth it. Everyone treated me with respect, patience, and compassion after my surgery. Their level of professionalism and care was outstanding. If you are looking for a good surgeon who will do the surgery right, Dr. Chin is the one. You won’t regret it.
Update: It’s been 2 ½ years since my surgery, and I’ve lost about 95 lbs. I continue to go every 6 months to see Dr. Chin to keep myself in check and maintain my weight. He has also used my weight-loss story as a success story on YouTube. I’ve met people who have seen my video and success, and I love to encourage them by reminding them that you have to train your mind for success! You can see the pictures before and after! Trust me when I say this—it’s not an easy process, but it’s truly life-changing as long as you set your mind to it!
Doctors and Nurses are very friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. They explained everything in advance and answered all of my questions. I am so glad I chose Bass Bariatric Surgery Center!
I’m disabled, so I found BASS Medical Group and Dr. Chin through the Medicare website. Insurance is so tricky. Dr. Chin is amazing—he takes real pride in helping people transform and become healthy. I’ve seen it, and I’m living it. The gastric sleeve is the best tool you can ever give yourself to help lose it and keep the weight off. Everyone is different, but for me, in 2 years I lost a total of 179 lbs, and it feels great! Dr. Chin saved my life and helped transform me into a healthy person. I couldn’t be more grateful! Thanks, Dr. Chin.
