Your Weight Loss Surgery Journey - We're here every step of the way
Dr. Marge Butler has developed a program to help our patients be successful on their transformational journey utilizing the advanced SmartLipo™ or Lap-Band Arizona weight loss surgery procedures. We would be thrilled to have you join us for this process.
Here is an overview of the steps you will take to prepare for the next step in your own personal transformation to achieve optimal, long-term results:
Step 1 – Patient Seminar
Bariatric surgery is a big step. This is where we begin your journey so that we can help you understand the benefits of the weight loss surgery procedure you are considering.
Step 2 – Office Visit
The consultation in our Mesa, Arizona office is designed to assess your physical and medical history, to answer your specific remaining questions about bariatric surgery and to determine how weight loss surgery and our services can be of benefit to you.
Step 3 – Education
We are dedicated to making certain that you understand all aspects of your procedure. We can provide you with literature, seminars, consultations and our online lessons, including EMMI and podcasts which will provide education to help inform your decision.
Step 4 – Payment
A payment calculator is provided on our site to help you determine whether financing your surgery may be the best way for you to proceed. Most of our patients pay for the bariatric surgery themselves and this provides just another option through some lending companies specifically designed for cosmetic or weight loss surgery.
Step 5 – Medical Evaluation
At your personal consultation, Dr. Butler will assess what evaluations are necessary before determining whether you are a candidate for your specific procedure. Each patient is unique and you will benefit from a personalized perspective that will keep your best health interests and goals in mind.
Step 6 – Procedure or Weight Loss Surgery
SmartLipo™ procedures are accomplished in our office in an awake procedure. This is a minimally invasive procedure. Weight loss surgery is a minimally invasive laporscopic procedure and can often be delivered on an outpatient basis, or with an overnight stay.
Step 7 – Post-Op Follow-Up and Lifestyle
We provide our bariatric surgery patients follow-up in our Arizona office, adjustments, exercise and nutrition information as well as motivational updates to keep you moving forward toward your personal lifestyle goals. Support group meetings are available to out Lap Band surgery patients to maintain that link to help keep you motivated.