What to Expect With Bariatric Surgery
At Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, we understand that considering weight loss surgery is an important decision. Studies show that if you need to lose 80 pounds or more your chance of success with diet and exercise is less than 2%.
Weight loss surgery is the only proven approach with long term success and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital has been offering it longer than any central coast hospital.
The following videos are beneficial for patients to review before and after their procedures.
Introduction and General Information
David Thoman, MD, offers a few tips for making the next 6 weeks or so breeze by while you are dropping around 40 pounds on average after surgery.
Watch Part One
What to Expect After Surgery & When to Call Your Doctor
You had your procedure. You stayed in the hospital and now you’re ready to go home. The question which comes over and over from my patients is, when should I call? How will I know when something is wrong? Farida Bounoua, MD, answers these important questions and more.
Watch Part Two
Lifestyle Changes Needed for Success
Marc Zerey, MD, Director of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery at Cottage Health, discusses lifestyle changes you will need to make to be successful now that you've had weight-loss surgery.
Watch Part Three
Hydration and Medication
Julie Eggli, RN, talks about adequate hydration and medication administration during your recovery.
Watch Part Four
Diet and Nutrition
Jeannee Diaz, RN, emphasizes the importance of working through the four stage recovery diet that takes place in the two months following surgery.
Watch Part Five
