To find more information on Gastric Banding and related operations check out Wikipedia's page on gastric banding. Also check for information on WebMd. If you have further questions consult your healthcare provider.
To find out more about gastric banding surgeons go to this site http://www.locateadoc.com/surgery-guide.cfm/bariatric-surgery-weight-loss/gastric-banding-surgery. This site has a wealth of information on how to find a doctor and recovery after the surgery.
I can understand your need to find more information on banding gastric bypass. Here is a website that I believe would be beneficial for you http://www.orlandohealth.com/orlandoregionalmedicalcenter/OurMedicalSpecialties/WeightLossBariatricMetabolicSurgery.aspx?pid=6145&gclid=CJHkpruh5qoCFY8j7AodAy5J9Q.
You can find out more about it here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adjustable_gastric_band. Please be sure to check with your doctor to see if it is right for you.
People who want to undergo gastric banding may not be aware of how much this procedure costs or whether or not their insurance will cover the expenses related to it. In fact, as the obesity epidemic grows and the medical community urges prompt action to help save people's lives, more insurance companies are choosing to cover this surgical procedure. Patients without insurance may need to save money for this operation. The cost for gastric banding varies per medical facility and per surgeons who perform the operation. Patients need to check with their local medical facilities to find out the costs.
There are a lot of medical websites and blogs that contain information on gastric banding. To name a few, one could try websites such as Web MD and Mills Medical.
I recommend asking your Doctor to find more information about gastric bypass surgery. You can also find information by going to the following link:http://www.yourbariatricsurgeryguide.com/cost/
Websites written by medical professionals would probably give you the most accurate and up-to-date information. WebMD has a lot of information about the gastric banding procedure. http://www.webmd.com/diet/weight-loss-surgery/gastric-banding-surgery-for-weight-loss
If you are considering Gastric Banding surgery, I would recommend finding a Dr. in your area and talking with him/her. The Dr. can help you make the best decision for you, they usually have dieticians and counselors on staff that you can speak with as well. If you want to read about bariartic surgery before speaking with a Dr., this is a good webiste to visit, www.yourbariatricsurgeryguide.com/gastric-banding/
Banding gastric bypass is a GREAT weight loss surgery program. It is recommended by a lot of people! To learn more about banding gastric bypass, check this website out. http://www.obesityhelp.com/
Gastric bypass surgery can be laparoscopic or conventional surgery. It can be a full bypass, stapling, or banding. There are many options but all have risks and benefits. Talk to your doctor.
You can go on Web MD to find your answers to your questions about stomach banding. It should be able to tell you that risks such as pros and cons about stomach banding.
You should ask your doctor if it's safe or recommended for you to undergo the surgery. A detailed explanation of it is available here: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/007388.htm