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    Weight Loss Surgery Online Seminar

    Please Note: To begin the surgical weight loss program, you must watch the entire video and answer the questions below to complete the online seminar. All patients must be nicotine-free for at least three months before beginning the program.

    Our Weight Loss Surgery Seminar is the first step in your weight loss journey. The seminar features Dr. Ravi Alapati and has been designed to provide all relevant information so that you will understand the types of weight loss surgery offered at Owensboro Health and our program. Viewing the online seminar video is required for you to become a patient of Owensboro Health Weight Management.

    To complete the online seminar process, please watch the video on this page and then complete and submit the form below. A member of the Owensboro Health Weight Management team will contact you to provide more information and instructions.

    If you have questions at any time regarding the online seminar or the Weight Loss Surgery program, please call 270-688-1500.

    Complete The Online Seminar:

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    Have you been diagnosed with any of the following? (Select all that apply)
    Have you verified that bariatric benefits are covered by your insurance provider?

    If the answer is no, please contact your insurance provider to verify your bariatric benefits coverage.

    Many weight-related health conditions are either completely resolved or significantly easier to manage after bariatric surgery.
    After surgery, most patients experience rapid weight loss, but only in the first six months.
    Possible complications of both the gastric sleeve and the gastric bypass include:

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    It is not necessary to take vitamin supplements after bariatric surgery.
    Patients must be free of all forms of tobacco use for at least three months before having surgery, which includes vaping and dipping. They must also agree to not resume Tobacco use after surgery.
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    Disclaimer:

    Viewing the entire seminar video and completing the questionnaire are required to be considered for the bariatric surgery program at Owensboro Health. Viewing the video does not establish a physician/patient relationship or constitute any medical advice or treatment. The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed medical professional should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. There are no obligations and you can opt out of communications from our office at any time. If you decide to opt out from any further contact, please call our office at 270-688-1500. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained in the video or this website is strictly prohibited.

    I understand that I must be nicotine-free to participate in the surgical weight loss program, and I must be willing to be nicotine-free for life.