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After weight-loss surgery, follow-up appointments for patients of Bariatric Center of the Rockies are held at Northern Colorado Surgical Associates. These appointments are an essential part of a patient's recovery and, ultimately, their overall success.
For any medical needs that are not related to weight-loss surgery, patients should see their primary care doctor.
Follow-Up Schedule: Gastric Bypass Patients
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Following gastric bypass surgery, we see patients:
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One to two weeks after surgery
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Six weeks after surgery
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Three, six and nine months after surgery
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One year after surgery
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Annually thereafter
Follow-Up Schedule: LAP-BAND® Patients
Following LAP-BAND surgery, we see patients:
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One to two weeks after surgery
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Six weeks after surgery (first LAP-BAND adjustment occurs)
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Monthly for the first six months after surgery (adjustments will occur as needed)
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At six, nine, 12, 18 and 24 months after surgery
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Annually thereafter
Routine Bloodwork
Routine lab draws occur for all patients at six months, one year and annually. These labs include:
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CMP
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Lipid panel
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B12
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CBC
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Folate
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Vitamin D
Complications
Patients should call their doctor at Northern Colorado Surgical Associates immediately if they experience:
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Increased pain, redness, swelling or drainage from incision
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Incision separation
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Chills and/or temperature above 101 degrees
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Fainting or severe dizziness
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Persistent nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
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Pain, swelling or redness in legs
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Inability to tolerate fluids
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