Question:
Has anyone read anything about the new surgery?

It is supposed to be some type of probe that is inserted into the abdomen and promotes weight loss. My boss read about it somewhere, and I saw it and just blew it off. Now I have to find out about it for him. It is supposedly adjustable and emits a "charge" of some sort???? Anybody?    — Helena R. (posted on October 3, 2001)

October 3, 2001
During the past year, the FDA approved studies for a gastric pacemaker for use in morbidly obese patients. My surgeon was one of the few surgeons selected to participate in the study. Information could probably be obtained from his office: Dr. J.K. Champion, Marietta, GA, (770)425-5525. Good luck!
   — Diana T.

October 4, 2001
Are you referring to the Lap Band? If so, this procedure is not new in the world at large. It was recently (June) approved by the FDA. I have decided to have this surgery because it is seemingly minimally invasive. You do not lose weight as rapidly as the RNY. Reportedly the weight comes off at a pace of 2 lbs per week. From my own research, the side effects are also less.
   — [Anonymous]

October 4, 2001
I also have heard about this, I just had my open RNY in June, but my sister who is a RN told me about it. She told me that it is only for people 30 to 80lbs overweight though. Now dont quote me on this, but that is what she told me. She said it was not designed for people that are 80lbs plus. But again we just are talking about hear say. But it would be worth looking into. *Smiles* Good Luck
   — Ann A.