Malabsorptive Procedures

Weight loss procedures that alter digestion were developed to work in conjunction with restrictive approaches. Malabsorptive procedures involve a bypass of the small intestine, which limits the absorption of calories. The malabsorptive procedure combined with a restrictive procedure, results in an overall increase in the loss of excess weight. Your surgeon will recommend the procedure or combination of procedures that is appropriate for you.

Gastric Bypass

A gastric bypass restricts the intake of food as well as the amount of calories and nutrients the body absorbs. The surgeon creates a small stomach pouch and attaches a section of the small intestine directly to the pouch. This allows food to bypass a portion of the small intestine. Having a smaller stomach pouch causes you to feel full sooner and eat less. Bypassing part of the small intestine reduces the number of calories the body can absorb.

Announcements

Bariatric Surgery Support Group:

If you have had bariatric surgery or are planning to have it, you are invited to participate in this free bimonthly group where bariatric professionals will address a variety of topics to help you achieve the best possible outcomes. All groups run from 6:00-7:30 PM in Greenwich Hospital's Cafeteria Conference Room.

Monday, January 9th: "A Lifestyle, Not a Resolution"
Thursday, January 26th: "Use Your Coping Skills and 'Pay it Forward'"
Monday, February 6th: "Chef Gavin Presents 'Bariatric Proteins and Grains for Winter Fullness and Satisfaction'" (PLEASE NOTE: class held at 55 Holly Hill Lane kitchen)
Thursday, February 23rd: "Virtual Supermarket Tour/Savvy Label Reading"

Drs. Molinelli & Petrotos in The Daily Greenwich

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Bariatric Surgery Information Seminars

Thursday, January 5th: 6:00-7:30 PM in the Noble Conference Room
Monday, January 23rd: 6:00-7:30 in the Noble Conference Room

You are cordially invited to these informative evenings with Dr. Bruce Molinelli and Dr. Athanassios Petrotos to explore bariatric surgery and find out if it's right for you. Please call (203) 863-4300 to register, and join us!

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