FAQs
At Lumin Bariatric Weight Loss, we understand that you may have a lot of questions about the process, various surgical procedures and expectations before and after surgery. While scheduling a consultation with one of our leading bariatric surgeons is the best way to discuss your concerns and ensure that all of your questions are answered, we field many frequently asked questions.
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions (and our answers), when it comes to bariatric surgery:
Patients who have jobs requiring limited activity (working mainly at a desk, cubicle or office) may return to work after one week. However, it is common for people to tire easily after just one week off. It is a good idea to prepare to work only half days during that second week.
People with jobs involving strenuous activity, continuous movement, heavy lifting or labor-intensive duties may need 4 – 6 weeks off before returning to work. Be sure to discuss this with your bariatric surgeon ahead of time.
- Write down your current weight
- Calculate your ideal body weight using the ideal body weight calculator
- Subtract your ideal body weight from your current weight. This number is your excess body weight.
- Multiply your excess body weight by the numbers below. This gives you the number of pounds that you can expect to lose with each procedure.
Sleeve Gastrectomy: 0.6
Gastric Bypass: 0.7
Duodenal Switch: 0.85
To further discuss your upcoming bariatric surgery or to learn more about the process, please feel free to get in touch with Lumin Bariatric Weight Loss using our Contact form. We look forward to answering any questions you may have about bariatric surgery, its benefits and how we can help you on your exciting weight loss journey!