Losing weight when you suffer from obesity can be an uphill battle. There is no one-time solution or a magic wand you can wave that will automatically reduce your weight. Even with a doctor-prescribed weight loss program, it can take months—sometimes even years—of diet and exercise to make a significant impact when you need to lose 100 pounds or more. For this reason, weight loss surgery has become increasingly popular as a means of treating obesity and resolving related health issues.

With more than 20 years’ experience performing a variety of weight loss surgery procedures, Dr. David Provost has helped thousands of patients overcome obesity and live longer, healthier lives. A nationally renowned bariatric specialist, Dr. Provost has trained hundreds of bariatric surgeons around the country and was the Medical Director for the Surgical Management of Obesity at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas from 2000-2008. With his recent move to a new practice north of the Dallas Metroplex, Dr. Provost is now also a trusted resource for patients pursuing weight loss surgery, including Lap-Band surgery in Denton, Texas.

The Lap-Band procedure is accomplished by securing a silicone band around the upper stomach to create a small pouch. The band limits the intake of food and also reduces hunger cravings, because it promotes a feeling of satiety. Following the initial surgery, the band will need to be continually adjusted, like a belt, during routine follow-up visits at Dr. Provost’s Denton office to help you maintain a healthy weight long term. The Lap-Band procedure is considered to be an effective weight loss solution for obese people who have had little to no success with exercise or diet plans.

Dr. Provost emphasizes to his patients the long-term commitment involved with weight loss surgery to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Before scheduling weight loss surgery, you should attend an informational seminar conducted by Dr. Provost and his staff. During the meeting, you will be given an overview of the risks and benefits of Lap-Band surgery and other bariatric procedures, and told what to expect during the course of your treatment. You are free to ask questions during the session.

After the informational meeting, if you decide to have weight loss surgery, you will undergo a series of consultations and examinations. If you choose to have weight loss surgery but are not a good candidate for the Lap-Band procedure, Dr. Provost will discuss other safe and effective options for the surgical treatment of obesity.

Dr. Provost has surgical privileges at the Presbyterian Hospital of Denton, and his patients receive exemplary care in a state-of-the-art medical facility. After surgery, a member of Dr. Provost’s staff will schedule your first follow-up appointment when you need to return to Dr. Provost’s Denton office to assess your progress and address any questions or concerns. The staff at Provost Bariatrics understands that you will return to their office frequently for follow-up visits after weight loss surgery, and they go the extra mile to provide a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere.