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If you are overweight and tired of how obesity controls your life, you need to know that there is hope.  Lee Grossbard, MD, Bariatric surgeon has been performing LAP-BAND surgeries for weight loss since October 2002 and has performed hundreds LAP-BAND procedures.
 
The LAP-BAND system is the least invasive, safest surgical option for weight loss available today.  It is the only adjustable surgical option for customized weight loss and is completely reversible.

If you are contemplating weight loss surgery, it is important to get the facts first.  Brooksville Regional Hospital understands the importance of making educated choices and is pleased to present free weight loss seminars about the LAP-BAND procedure.  These seminars are designed to help you get answers to your questions.  Free seminars are held every other month in our conference room and reservations are required.  For seminar dates, times and registration information, please visit our Events section of this Web site or call (352) 799-5019.

Got Questions?  Get Answers

  • What is the difference between Gastric Bypass and the LAP-BAND procedure?
  • Which surgery is the least invasive?
  • How many procedures has the surgeon performed?
  • How much does it cost and will my insurance cover it? How long will I be in the hospital?
  • When will I see results?
  • When will I be able to return to work or everyday responsibilities?
  • What changes will I need to make to my lifestyle and eating habits?

Meet Dr. Grossbard

Dr. Lee J. Grossbard has been involved with bariatric surgery for over twenty years. After completing his residency at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts, he moved to Florida in 1984. Since that time, he has been involved in multiple bariatric procedures, including the Garren Edwards Balloon, gastric stapling procedures, vertical banded gastroplasty (VBG) and gastric bypass procedures.

He has been performing Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding (LAGB) surgery since June, 2001, when the FDA approved this procedure. He is one of the most experienced LAP-BAND® System surgeons in the United States. Dr. Grossbard is currently performing the gastric banding procedure exclusively.

Dr. Grossbard is a general surgeon certified by the American College of Surgeons. He is one of a few physicians that not only performs the LAP-BAND® Procedure, but has had the procedure performed on himself. Since October 2002 he has lost a total of 100 pounds! Dr Grossbard has been named by INAMED to be a founding member of the Lap-Band Leadership Institute Program. This small group of elite physicians has demonstrated the highest standards of surgical excellence and patient education as well as exceptional long-term care.

The LAP-BAND System Advantage

Minimal Trauma

  • Least invasive surgical option
  • No intestinal re-routing
  • No cutting or stapling of the stomach wall or bowel Small incisions and minimal scarring
  • Reduced patient pain, length of hospital stay and recovery period
  • Fewer Risks and Side Effects
  • Significantly lower mortality risk than other obesity surgery procedures
  • Low risk of nutritional deficiencies associated with gastric bypass
  • Reduced risk of hair loss
  • No "dumping syndrome" related to dietary intake restrictions

Adjustable

  • Allows individualized degree of restriction for ideal, long-term weight-loss rate
  • Adjustments performed without additional surgery
  • Supports pregnancy by allowing stomach outlet size to be opened for increased nutritional needs

Reversible

  • Removable at any time
  • Stomach and other anatomy are generally restored to their original forms and functions

How Does The LAP-BAND work?

LAP-BAND induces weight loss by reducing the capacity of the stomach, which restricts the amount of food that can be consumed.  During the procedure, surgeons usually use laparoscopic techniques (using small incisions and long-shafted instruments), to implant an inflatable silicone band into the patient's abdomen.  List a wristwatch, the band is fastened around the upper stomach to create a new, tiny stomach pouch that limits and controls the amount of food you eat.  It also creates a small outlet that slows the emptying process into the stomach and the intestines.  As a result, patients experience an earlier sensation of fullness and are satisfied with smaller amounts of food.  In turn, this results in weight loss.

Am I  A Candidate For The LAP-BAND?

You may be eligible for the LAP-BAND System if:

  • You are at least 18 years old.
  • You weigh at least twice  your ideal weight or at least 100 pounds more than your ideal weight.
  • You have been overweight for more than 5 years.
  • Your serious weight-loss attempts have had only short-term success.
  • You are not suffering from any other disease that may have caused your obesity.
  • You are prepared  to make substantial changes in your eating habits and lifestyle, and to continue being monitored by the specialist treating you.
  • You do not drink alcohol in excess.

If you do not meet the weight criteria, you still may be considered for surgery if you are suffering from serious health problems.  Your surgeon may have additional criteria.

Contact Information

For more information about the LAP-BAND procedure, please contact our Director of Education at 352-544-6144.