Dr. Paul J. Guske

Says Paul Guske, M.D., a board- certified surgeon on staff at ABMC, "In addition to weight loss, other health problems related to obesity, such as diabetes and hypertension, also often are reduced."

Laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery usually is performed on the morbidly obese – people who are overweight by 100 pounds or more.The procedure generally is considered as an alternative after non-surgical approaches to weight loss have failed.Although the surgery can produce dramatic results, doctors emphasize that weight loss is not guaranteed.The only way to ensure a successful outcome, they say, is through a complete and permanent commitment to a healthy lifestyle and lifelong medical follow-up.

Concludes Dr. Guske, "Our physicians have been performing obesity surgeries for more than 30 years, making us the most experienced in the northwest suburbs.The aftercare programs offered at ABMC and the support groups that are available are tremendous."Guske adds that most insurance plans cover the procedure.

For referral to a physician who performs the laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery, call HealthSource at 1-866-ALEXIAN (1-866-253-9426).Information is also available on ABMC's web site at www.alexian.org.

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Dr. Paul J Guske