Lap Band Doctors in Houston, Texas

Robert Marvin, MD University General Hospital Bariatric 1213 Hermann Dr., Suite 470, Houston, Texas 77004 Memberships: ASBS, AMA, ABS, SAGES Surgery Performed: RNY (Lap), RNY (Open), Lap Band, AGB - Other	(713) 993-7124
Dr. Carlos A. Ferrari, MD Memorial City Hospital Building III 915 Gessner, Suite 375 Houston, Texas 77024 Memberships: ASBS, ABS, SAGES Surgery Performed: RNY (Lap), RNY (Open), Duodenal Switch (Lap), VBG (Open), Lap Band, AGB - Other, Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, Revision	(713) 864-5487

Due to a wide range of reasons, obesity has remained high and is increasing in Houston, Texas and overall in the USA. People who are obese not only have image issues to cope with but also are at a greater risk for diseases and health problems which include hypertension or diabetes. Technological and medical progress in weight loss surgery has made the procedures much safer, less downtime, and gives individuals a successful chance to live their lives healthier and have better self-esteem. Lapband surgery and Bariatric surgery is an excellent option for people who are unable to lose weight with normal exercise or from diets. If you have a Body Mass Index above 40 you would be considered a strong candidate for weight loss surgery.