Careful long-term follow-up is essential after a BPD/DS operation if your obesity surgery is to enable you to achieve your weight-loss goals and avoid the nutritional and metabolic complications referred to earlier. At Healthier Weight we have a comprehensive BPD/DS aftercare programme, including:
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Close support from Senior Bariatric Nurse in immediate post-operative period
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Post-operative clinical review with bariatric specialist at 2 weeks
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Clinical review with comprehensive blood tests at 6 months
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Further clinical review at 12 months
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Support from Specialist Health Educator for 1 year following surgery
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24-hour Emergency Helpline
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Comprehensive dietary information covering all you need to know about optimal nutrition after gastric bypass
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Detailed information concerning the required daily intake of high-concentration vitamins and minerals
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Behavioural Programme and Weight to Go ® nutritional support, which will help you to implement and maintain activities and habits conducive to long-term weight loss
