Before Surgery
Prior to bariatric surgery, there are a
series of evaluations that need to be completed.
The following checklist will help to ensure
that each aspect of the preoperative evaluation
is completed.
Before Surgery Checklist
- Attend the Bariatric Surgery patient information
session with the surgeon and the dietitian
- Undergo preoperative surgical consultation
and evaluation
- Obtain preoperative medical and/or cardiology
consultation for surgical clearance, if needed
- Complete all special preoperative instructions
- Obtain preoperative tests as indicated at
the initial consultation
- Attend pre-op dietary education class with
registered dietitian/nutritionist
- Undergo preoperative psychology screening
and evaluation
- Attend monthly support group meetings
- Begin taking daily a multivitamin supplement
- Purchase items needed for your post-op diet
- Begin an exercise program
- Begin incorporating lifestyle changes
- Consider
a smoking cessation program
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