Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies

by Marina S. Kurian, Barbara Thompson, Brian K. Davidson

Your trusted guide to surgical weight-loss Sixty percent of individuals over the age of 20―or 58 million people in the U.S.―are overweight. As the obesity epidemic continues to grow, many Americans are researching the benefits and complications of weight-loss surgeries. Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies, 2nd edition is the most up-to-date and authoritative guide to understanding the impact of surgical weight-loss before, during, and after surgery. Weight-loss surgery is often an overweight person's last resort, and it comes with many risks, questions, and fears. So how do you know if it's right for you? Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies gives you expert guidance on knowing whether you qualify for the procedures, advice on choosing the best center and doctor, and trusted information on evaluating the risks involved. Plus, it helps you plan to finance the procedure, prepare for surgery, and achieve the best results as you adjust to a new diet and lifestyle post-surgery. If you or a loved one is considering gastric bypass surgery, Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies gives you everything you need to decide if it's the right course of action, what to expect during recovery, and how to ensure the best results through healthy eating behaviors and regular physical activity.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Health

384 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2005

Reviews

[Janice · Rating 5 out of 5]

Written by surgeon and medical director of the New York University Langone Medical Center Weight Management Program, Marina S. Kurian, MD, the 2012, 2nd edition, Weight Loss Surgery for Dummies, is slightly dated, yet still an excellent resource for anyone considering bariatric surgery. Make this your first stop, even before selecting you surgeon. Truly, a must read. Then pass it on to your support system; they, and you, will be glad you did.

[Beauty Transforming · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you were only going to purchase one book related to WLS, THIS SHOULD BE IT!!
This book answers every question you need to know about weight loss surgery. It is fair to all the surgeries, even talking about the ones that aren't as popular or well known, such as the VBG and DS. It has great recipes that I can't wait to try after my surgery. There are chapters about how to use your tool correctly for the rest of your life... this book is a MUST HAVE for anyone considering any type of weight loss surgery. You will not be sorry by buying this book. Even if you have done years of research and made up your mind as to which surgery to get, you will still have use for this book. If you are a newbie, and just learning, this is an AWESOME tool that will lead you in the right direction.

[Sheri · Rating 5 out of 5]

I feel informed!

I’ve never read a Dummies book before, but this one well exceeded my expectations. It was very well written, abs although the topic isn’t exactly thrilling, I was never bored. The details of the topic went far beyond what I was expecting to find and I feel that I am armed with invaluable information now. Highly recommend to anyone considering weight loss surgery.

[Megan McCrystal · Rating 5 out of 5]

You wouldn't immediately think of the For Dummies... series as the best and most thorough source of information on WLS but it is. If you are considering it, or have already had it and still have questions, I highly suggest this book.

[Mary Ann Herzog · Rating 5 out of 5]

Weight Loss surgery

Complete book on weight loss surgery. Easy read. Good tips. Very worthwhile read for those contemplating weight loss surgery. Great!

[Angie · Rating 5 out of 5]

good starting point if you are considering WLS. It helps you figure out what questions to ask and who to ask, insurance, diet, healing, emotional attachment...

[Ronald · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you are contemplating bariatric surgery, this is a “Must Read” book. It offers a lot of information to sort out the questions involved in the decision making process of surgery as well as helpful advice for recovery and after surgery life.

[Andreacapozzi]

I love this book..... It's been a decade since my surgery, but this was so helpful!!! I think anyone thinking of getting it should read this first though, life doesn't magically change just because you are smaller!!! So make sure that it isn't a choice based on looks!!! It should be a health option for people who can't lose weight and will die unless that happens. I wish I had done it through WW.

[Sue · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm sure I will pour over this book several more times. It includes recipes, questions to ask your surgeon, lists of foods to avoid, list of items to bring to the hospital...pretty much covers WLS from A to Z.

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good information in this book but does not discuss the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy except on one page. The new edition I believe discusses that surgery. There are some good recipes in this one that I will definitely have to try.

[Jeanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really good overview of all the basics for anyone interested in weight loss surgery.

[Lisa Gibson · Rating 5 out of 5]

An essential book for anyone going through weight loss surgery. This will definitely be your go-to book through the entire process.

[Stacy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easy to read book on Weight Loss surgery. Not too much detail but gives a good overview of options.

[Debbie Davies · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read it!

This book is a huge source of information. If you are considering weight loss surgery you will find the answers to your questions here! Recommended by my surgeon.

[Journey · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is very useful, use it as a reference book!

[Patricia Atkinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

this book explains the pros and cons of weight loss surgery.it also gives you all the imformation that you need to have to decide if this is right for you.

[Jess Clark · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm in the process of having WLS and I have found this to be so helpful! I have recommended this book to anyone who is thinking about surgery!