REALIZE Band Surgeons in Nevada

Weight Loss Surgeons
Bariatric Medicine Institute
The Bariatric Medicine Institute is dedicated to the Surgical and Medical treatment of morbid obesity. Our board-certified surgeons are specialists in gastric bypass, adjustable gastric band (LAP-BAND, REALIZE Band), sleeve gastrectomy, gastric imbrication/bandication and revisional bariatric surgery (StomaphyX procedure). Located in Salt Lake City Utah, with clinics in South Ogden Utah and Elko, NV.
Dr. Francis W. Teng, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Dr. Francis Teng strives to provide the safest and most comprehensive surgical and post-operative care to each individual. Bariatric surgery options include Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Gastric Banding and the Sleeve Gastrectomy. Located in Las Vegas, NV.
Western Bariatric Institute
Western Bariatric Institute is a leader in the field of bariatric surgery. The procedures that are performed by our surgeons are the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Gastric Banding, Sleeve Gastrectomy and StomaphyX procedures. Located in Reno, NV.
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Bariatric Surgeon

Bariatric Surgeon Training:

Board-Certification

Choosing a qualified bariatric surgeon may seem a bit overwhelming, but knowing what to look for can help make the decision making process easier. When interviewing a potential bariatric surgeon, it is important to ask about the doctor's level of training and experience.

Legally, any medical doctor can perform an operation of any type, even without specialized training or experience in a particular field of medicine. If you are undergoing bariatric surgery, choose a doctor who is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery or the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery.

Board-certification by these boards indicates that the doctor has gone through a specialized training program and has met certain standards in the field of surgery. In addition, choose a doctor that has completed a residency or a fellowship in bariatric surgery. A weekend course is not enough training to become a qualified bariatric surgeon.