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Bariatric physician / obesity non-surgical specialist review:

Obesity is a complex disease, which needs holistic approach. Different medical and surgical approaches needed to achieve good level of weight control and management. Surgery is a tool that needs to be properly performed ( surgeons job) and needs to be used properly ( patient’s job). My role as Bariatric physician is to oversee the journey from the start, and continue as long as possible, making sure that we are on the right track. We understand that the choice of bariatric surgery can be difficult, we are here to help. I do realise that everybody has busy life and too many follow up could be a burden, but it is quite essential for your long term wellbeing. The other issue I will help you with is to tackle the issue of weight regain in the long term.

Referral:

Please note – you will need a referral from your doctor (GP)

The recommendation of a medical or paramedical professional. If you get a referral to ophthalmology, for example, you are being sent to the eye doctor. In HMOs and other managed care schemes, a referral is usually necessary to see any practitioner or specialist other than your primary care physician (PCP), if you want the service to be covered. The referral is obtained from your PCP, who may require a telephone or office consultation first.