Preparing for Bariatric Surgery
It is important to know how to prep ahead for Bariatric Surgery. These are some basic recommendations from Dr. Del Pino:
You need approximately 1-2 weeks to recover to go back to work.
It is recommended to have support from a friend, partner, or family member during the first week of recovery.
Purchase and have your Bariatric Vitamins readily available, remember you must take vitamins for life after Bariatric Surgery.
Complete your Liver Reduction pre operative diet that includes protein shakes and any meal the dietitian recommends. The length of your diet (usually between 1-3 weeks) depends on the surgeon recommendation.
Make sure you have instructions from your Registered Dietitian on what to eat after the surgery. We recommend planning for the first 1-2 weeks.
Have plenty of sugar-free and non carbonated liquids available for before and after the surgery to maintain proper hydration
It is always recommended to join a Bariatric Support group. You may find some on social media. Patients that already underwent surgery can be very helpful responding questions.
