Lap Band Doctors in New York, NY

Mitchell Roslin, MD (Chief of Obesity Surgery) Lenox Hill Hospital 130 East 77th St. 13th Floor NY City, New York 10021	(212) 434-6080
Marc Bessler, MD Columbia Presbyterian Medical 130 East 77th St. 13th Floor NY City, New York 10021	(212) 305-9506 1-800-227-CPMC

Due to a many reasons, obesity is rising higher in "New York City, New York", including Manhattan, 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. Lap-Band surgery, a type of 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.