Bariatric Surgery at ISMETT
Mediterranean Institute for Transplantation and Advanced Specialized Therapies
(Palermo, Italy)
Types of Surgery Available
Our Institute offers several surgical options including the laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (pure restrictive procedure), the laparoscopic biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (pure malabsorption procedure), and the laparoscopic gastric bypass (combination procedure). Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive approach that avoids the creation of large abdominal scars. Five or six 5- to 12-mm incisions are made in the abdomen, and a camera and specific surgical tools are introduced into the abdomen to perform the procedure. The minimally invasive approach is associated with less pain and enables a shorter hospital stay and a quicker recovery. A bariatric surgeon is available to provide any additional information.
Life After Surgery
Weight loss surgery cannot accomplish or maintain the necessary weight loss without your cooperation. To accomplish and maintain weight loss after surgery, you must engage in a healthier lifestyle. Weight loss can improve your health condition and your quality of life. Losing weight is not always the final step. Learning how to live with a slimmer body is a significant adjustment, and it takes time. Our experts will work with you towards becoming comfortable with your new body, so that you feel confident and secure.
Continuing Support
Monthly support groups are held to exchange information between physicians, psychologists, dietitians, and patients who have already undergone bariatric surgery, and patients who are about to undergo surgery. The discussions include nutrition, physical exercise, lifestyle, and the risks and benefits of bariatric surgery. Individual information and support consults in person or by phone also are available. With a private consultation, we can tailor the program that best suits your needs. Telephone follow-up is also available.
Scheduling a Consultation
You can schedule an Outpatient Clinic [OPC] consult by calling ISMETT (+39 091 2192111). You will be seen by our medical/surgical staff, psychologists, and dietitians. During your first visit you will receive detailed information on all of the available options and services we offer, in order to help you make the best decision.
Center for International Patient Relations
ISMETT offers several services to handle the special requirements of international patients including a multilingual staff and interpreters who will help to coordinate all the details of your stay, from scheduling medical appointments to making hotel and transportation arrangements.
Contact Information
ISMETT
Via Tricomi, 1
90127 Palermo - Italy
+39 091 2192111
obesity@ismett.edu
http://www.ismett.edu