The Lap-Band Center

The Lap-Band Center As the first FDA approved adjustable gastric band for use in weight reduction, the LAP-BAND® procedure can help transform the way you look and feel.

As the first U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved adjustable gastric band for use in weight reduction, the LAP-BAND® procedure can help transform the way you look and feel. With more than 300,000 procedures completed worldwide, this simple and reversible surgically implanted device can help you lose weight and keep it off, helping you avoid weight-related health risks and enjoy a more

active lifestyle. Led by one of the best LAP-BAND® surgeons in the United States, Dr. Naim, you can feel confident in the treatments offered at the LAP-BAND® Center, as well as the life changing results we can help you achieve. Take the first step towards maintained weight loss. Schedule your FREE consultation today and learn how LAP-BAND® can help you.

08/20/2026

Bariatric surgery isn't reserved for a specific age group — as long as a patient is an adult and has finished growing, age alone is rarely a barrier. From teenagers dealing with severe obesity-related health conditions to patients in their seventies, the right candidate is determined by health status and medical need, not a number. If you've been told you're too young or too old to qualify, a consultation with a bariatric specialist may tell a very different story.
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08/14/2026

Una semana y media de recuperación y de regreso al trabajo en dos semanas — así fue la experiencia de este paciente después de su cirugía bariátrica. Para quienes llevan meses o años pensándolo, el mensaje es directo: la vida es demasiado corta para seguir posponiendo una decisión que puede cambiarla por completo. Si estás considerando la cirugía, el primer paso es una consulta.
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08/07/2026

Many people who qualify for bariatric surgery don't know it. Updated guidelines from the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery now recommend surgery starting at a BMI of 35, and as low as 30 if conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure are present. That translates to roughly 70 to 80 pounds overweight for most people. If you've been managing weight-related health conditions without lasting results, you may already meet the criteria for surgical intervention.
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08/01/2026

Many people put off bariatric surgery for years out of fear that it's too risky, but in experienced hands, the risk profile is comparable to a routine laparoscopic appendectomy. The perception of danger often outweighs the reality, while the health risks of untreated obesity continue to compound over time. If concern about surgical risk has been the barrier holding you back, a consultation with a bariatric specialist can give you an accurate picture.
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07/25/2026

Constant back pain, difficulty with daily activities, and declining health were the turning point — not appearance. For this patient, results came quickly, with 20 pounds lost in the first week and steady progress that followed. Weight loss surgery isn't about a number on a scale. It's about getting your life back. If your health has been telling you it's time to make a change, a consultation could be the first step toward real relief.
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07/16/2026

For patients hesitant about weight loss procedures because of recovery time, the gastric balloon may be worth a closer look. The placement takes about ten minutes, removal takes another ten, and most patients are back to a desk job or light activity within 48 hours. There is no lengthy surgical recovery involved. If a long downtime has been a barrier to exploring your options, speak with a bariatric specialist about whether the balloon is right for you.
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07/09/2026

Excess skin after significant weight loss is a real concern — and it affects roughly 30 to 40% of bariatric surgery patients. Toning exercises and consistent moisturizing can help, but for many patients, skin removal surgery is the only way to fully address it. The good news is that post-bariatric body contouring is a well-established procedure. If you're planning for life after weight loss surgery, make sure skin removal is part of the conversation from the start.
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Wishing you a memorable Fourth of July and a safe holiday weekend.
07/04/2026

Wishing you a memorable Fourth of July and a safe holiday weekend.

07/02/2026

Sometimes it takes a moment on the road — a seat that doesn't fit, a distance you can't walk — to make the decision feel real. For this patient, that moment led to researching bariatric surgeons, and the reviews for Dr. Naim and his team made the choice clear. If you've been putting off that first step, hearing from someone who's been through it can make all the difference. Start your research today.
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06/26/2026

One of the biggest concerns patients have before weight loss surgery is how long they'll be out of commission. For the gastric sleeve, the answer is shorter than most expect — 30 minutes in the operating room, home the same day, and back to a desk job within one to two weeks. Full activity resumes at four weeks. If a lengthy recovery has been holding you back from exploring this option, speak with a bariatric surgeon about what the process actually looks like.
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