Gastric Bypass Surgery

Rating:
Summary: Incomplete Information
Review: I was extremely disappointed in this book. I have done hours of research on all types of Bariatric surgery and this book is one of the least informative. Gastric Bypass is hown as the magic answer. Easy, simple, and the only way. In reality this is far from the truth. Gastric Bypass is a huge decision for a person to make, and one that should not be made unless the patient is adequately informed.
Specifically the sections covering other surgical options (duodenal switch, gastric banding, etc.) are blatantly biased. While I realize this book is geared toward Gastric Bypass, that is no excuse to give false or incomplete information on other surgeries. Also, the sections on Gastric Bypass itself is very glossed over and makes it seem as though it will be a cure as opposed to a tool for weight loss.
There are so many other informative books out there...this just isn't one of them.

Rating:
Summary: Great resource
Review: I work in a medical library and am scheduled for my gastric bypass soon. I have done tons of research of both consumer information and clinical information. I found this book to be very honest and to be very much in line with the program at our hospital.
This book may be too simple for someone who has done quite a lot of clinical research but it is perfect for the person just starting out their research or without a medical background.
I am recommending that it be purchased for the our patrons.