Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Lap Band Surgery Abroad is Growing by Leaps and Bounds

By Michael Dunage

A procedure abroad that is considered to to relatively new in the west, known as lap band surgery, consists of using a vinyl ring filled with a substance called saline and applying it around the upper region of the stomach, to constrict the stomach in that area while creating a pouch in the upper region that stores food after a meal. It has been considered an effective way to lose weight.

Many people are interested in the idea of this procedure, but many simply cannot afford the cost. Thousands are uninsured or under-insured and don't have any realistic means to have this done. There is hope. Many are now seeking help with treatments abroad that can save them thousands off the price tag in the U.S.

Lap band surgery abroad is a very affordable option for many and since the facilities used to perform such treatments are modern, those that travel for surgery are often referring others that might need similar care based on a personal experience with lap band surgery. There are many destinations to choose from.

Mexico, India, the Philippines, Turkey, Costa Rica and Thailand are all countries that might have programs in Lap Band surgery. Mexico has several Lap Band surgery programs in some of the bigger cities. When it comes to doing Lap Band surgery, Mexico doctors are available who are board certified in bariatric (weight loss) surgery and who have hundreds of such surgeries under their belt already.

The best thing you need to know about traveling abroad to receive a lap band surgery is that the doctors and medical staff speak English and can properly explain the benefits of having the lap band surgery procedure perfomed and if you are in fact the right candidate. The best doctors will explain that it could be possible for the lap band to loosen or become defective and would then need to be corrected.

The doctor will answer all your questions about Lap Band surgery. Mexico is a nearby country that overall has a great deal of experience with Lap Band surgery. Mexico hospitals used for this type of surgery are completely modern and offer luxury hospital rooms for their traveling patients.

The medical personel are properly trained to deal with international patients and make you feel as comfortable as possible during and after the surgery. These centers use the same anesthesia as the U.S. and the technology and equipment used all safe and up to standards. Therfore, the decision to travel abroad to mexico for lap band surgery treatment could be a good one.

Turkey is considered to be a top choice by many for both medical treatments and surgery as well as travel and tourism. The exotic nature of this destination leave one to consider this a top region for medical treatment as with Mexico. The hospitals and clinics are modern and very clean. The overall care is similar to that of the U.S.

Most of the doctors performing lap band or bariatric surgery in Turkey are board certified. Similar to Mexico, this procedure provides a pleasurable and safe experience.

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