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Gastric Banding Surgery
Years Performed: 8 Approx Cost with this Doctor:
$cash packages Physician's Approach:
The LAP-BAND? System is a prosthetic device andwas FDA approved for the treatment of weight loss in 2001.The LAP-BAND? and REALLIZE Band are offered by the surgeons. Dr. Quebbemann was among the first surgeons in America to perform the LAP-BAND? Procedure and was the first surgeon to perform the laparoscopic gastric bypass in Orange County. Dr. Quebbemann received media attention after operating on Ann Wilson, the lead singer of the rock-group Heart. Ideal Candidate:
BMI of 40 or higher
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Gastric Bypass Surgery
Approx Cost with this Doctor:
$cash packages Physician's Approach:
Dr. Braverman specializes exclusively in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. As a result of his extensive training and experience he performs hundreds of bariatric surgical procedures with one of the lowest complication rates in the nation. Dr. Braverman also oversees The N.E.W. Program?s Natural Orifice Incisionless Surgery program and has performed hundreds of endoscopic procedures. Ideal Candidate:
BMI of 40 or higher
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Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
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Dr. Braverman specializes exclusively in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. As a result of his extensive training and experience he performs hundreds of bariatric surgical procedures with one of the lowest complication rates in the nation. Dr. Braverman also oversees The N.E.W. Program?s Natural Orifice Incisionless Surgery program and has performed hundreds of endoscopic procedures. Ideal Candidate:
BMI of 40 or higher
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Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
Years Performed: 12 Approx Cost with this Doctor:
$cash packages Physician's Approach:
Dr. Braverman specializes exclusively in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. As a result of his extensive training and experience he performs hundreds of bariatric surgical procedures with one of the lowest complication rates in the nation. Dr. Braverman also oversees The N.E.W. Program?s Natural Orifice Incisionless Surgery program and has performed hundreds of endoscopic procedures. Ideal Candidate:
BMI of 40 or higher
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Laparoscopic Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy
Approx Cost with this Doctor:
$cash packages Physician's Approach:
Gastric Sleeve Surgery* is a restrictive type of weight loss surgery that permanently reduces the size of the stomach. It promotes weight loss by limiting food intake and lessening the sensation of hunger; it does not involve intestinal rerouting! Patients with a lower BMI (less than 35) may qualify for the Gastric Sleeve and reverse diabetes and other weight related co-morbidities.
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Lapband (Laparoscopic Gastric Banding)
Years Performed: 9 Approx Cost with this Doctor:
$cash packages Physician's Approach:
NThe LAP-BAND? System is a prosthetic device andwas FDA approved for the treatment of weight loss in 2001. . The LAP-BAND? and REALLIZE Band are offered by the surgeons. Dr. Quebbemann was among the first surgeons in America to perform the LAP-BAND? Procedure and was the first surgeon to perform the laparoscopic gastric bypass in Orange County. Dr. Quebbemann received media attention after operating on Ann Wilson, the lead singer of the rock-group Heart. Ideal Candidate:
BMI of 40 or higher
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Years Performed: 9 Approx Cost with this Doctor:
$cash packages Physician's Approach:
The LAP-BAND? System is a prosthetic device andwas FDA approved for the treatment of weight loss in 2001. . The LAP-BAND? and REALLIZE Band are offered by the surgeons. Dr. Quebbemann was among the first surgeons in America to perform the LAP-BAND? Procedure and was the first surgeon to perform the laparoscopic gastric bypass in Orange County. Dr. Quebbemann received media attention after operating on Ann Wilson, the lead singer of the rock-group Heart. Ideal Candidate:
BMI of 40 or higher
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Revision Surgery
Approx Cost with this Doctor:
$cashh packages Physician's Approach:
Dr. Braverman specializes exclusively in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. As a result of his extensive training and experience he performs hundreds of bariatric surgical procedures with one of the lowest complication rates in the nation. Dr. Braverman also oversees The N.E.W. Program?s Natural Orifice Incisionless Surgery program and has performed hundreds of endoscopic procedures.
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Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery
Years Performed: 12 Approx Cost with this Doctor:
$cash packages Physician's Approach:
Dr. Braverman specializes exclusively in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. As a result of his extensive training and experience he performs hundreds of bariatric surgical procedures with one of the lowest complication rates in the nation. Dr. Braverman also oversees The N.E.W. Program?s Natural Orifice Incisionless Surgery program and has performed hundreds of endoscopic procedures.
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Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery
Approx Cost with this Doctor:
$cash packages Physician's Approach:
Gastric Sleeve Surgery* is a restrictive type of weight loss surgery that permanently reduces the size of the stomach. It promotes weight loss by limiting food intake and lessening the sensation of hunger; it does not involve intestinal rerouting! Patients with a lower BMI (less than 35) may qualify for the Gastric Sleeve and reverse diabetes and other weight related co-morbidities.
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StomaphyX
Approx Cost with this Doctor:
$cash packages Physician's Approach:
The NEW Program surgeons perform the StomaphyX procedure, a remarkable new technology that can be used to re-tighten a gastric bypass, and improve the results of other bariatric operations, without ?surgery.? Widely recognized as the next step in the evolution of minimally invasive techniques, StomaphyX? is a method of fastening tissue and modifying the gastrointestinal tract without incision. The StomaphyX? devise is interoducted into the body through a natural body orifice, the mouth.
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Years Performed: 10 Approx Cost with this Doctor:
$3500.00 Physician's Approach:
Comprehensive Lifestyle Management Program offering support groups, nutritional education and exercise classes.
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* The national average fees do not include cost of anesthetics or surgical facility. Be sure to ask your doctor about additonal fees. Costs will vary from city to city throughout the United States.
Associated with the American Society for Bariatric Surgery
Considering Weight Loss Surgery? Select the Best!
The N.E.W. Program at Community Hospital of Long Beach can change your life. If you have been struggling with your weight and want to live a healthier, happier life, we can help. We offer surgical weight loss procedures and our comprehensive LifeStyle Management Program designed to ensure your long-term success.
Drs. Brian Quebbemann and Justin Braverman are highly experienced bariatric surgeons, peforming 2200+ surgical weight loss procedures, including gastric bypass,banding,gastric sleeve and NEW incisionless gastric revision procedures.
If you are serious about losing weight, and you are tired of fighting the perpetual battle of weight gain and diet, there is hope. Weight-loss surgery can free you from the grip of obesity and the years of dieting. Find out how The N.E.W. Program team is prepared to help you succeed in your journey to a healthier, thinner and more active life.
The NEW Program Community Hospital of Long Beach can change your life. Drs. Quebbemann and Braverman are experts in laparoscopic weight loss surgical procedures, including gastric bypass, gastric banding, gastric sleeve and incisionless revision.
It was 2007 and I felt like my life was pretty much over. I was 48 years old, over 100 pounds overweight and newly widowed. My husband had been sick for many years and I took care of him without thinking of myself too much.
I found out the NEW program at Community Hospital of Long Beach where I volunteer. I signed up for an introductory class right away. The candidates were as shy and nervous as I was. The staff was very warm and welcoming. They explained every detail of what to expect. I signed up for bariatric surgery that day. I had some medical and psychological tests and meetings to make sure everything was okay. The gastric bypass surgery was very easy and I felt incredible by the second week. I followed their instructions to the letter for the first six months and exercised.
I feel like a completely new person. I have energy and I feel better in public and I want to try new things all the time. I?ve lost over 100 pounds and at age 50, I signed up for college!
-Judy, CHLB Volunteer
The N.E.W. Program at Community Hospital of Long Beach emphasizes a truly multidisciplinary approach to weight-loss surgery. Providing the best surgical services possible is simply one aspect of our comprehensive program. The four key components for the highest level of long-term patient success include:
Patient Education providing important knowledge about how bariatric surgery works and enabling each patient to become an integral part of the weight loss team.
A Thorough Medical Evaluation to ensure maximum patient safety at the time of the operation.
State-of-the-Art Minimally Invasive Bariatric Surgery providing the least post-operative pain and the fastest patient recovery.
Long-Term Follow-up and Support enabling patients to achieve their maximum long-term success.
Our multidisciplinary team includes experts in bariatric medicine, nutrition, exercise, clinical psychology, and laparoscopic surgery. Of course, the primary consideration in any bariatric surgery program is the expertise and ability of the surgeon and you'll receive a tremendous benefit from expertly performed laparoscopic surgery. As established experts in minimally invasive surgery, we perform nearly all bariatric procedures using laparoscopic surgery, with most patients remaining in the hospital only one day, and able to return to work after one week.
The surgeons at The N.E.W. Program have experience with well over2000 laparoscopic bariatric surgery patients and perform nearly all weight loss surgery using the laparoscopic method. We have performed minimally invasive bariatric surgery on patients ranging from 200 pounds to well over 600 pounds. We have an amazing track record with minimal complications. These surgical results stand out as some of the best in the country.
The N.E.W. Program is dedicated to achieving the best surgical results for every patient and the highest level of patient satisfaction. Call us today.
Top Benefits:
Expertise of bariatric surgeons, board certified and"Center of Excellence" surgeons
Outstanding outcome data and long term success of patients.
LifeStyle Management Program that provides support for long-term sucess in maintaining a healthy weight.
Multidisciplinary team approach of medical, sugical,psychological, nutritional and excercise specialists.
Quality hospitals that provide individualized compassionate care.
Some of our most asked about procedures:Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery, Lapband (Laparoscopic Gastric Banding), Laparoscopic Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, StomaphyX, Realize™ Adjustable Gastric Band.
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It was 2007 and I felt like my life was pretty much over. I was 48 years old, over 100 pounds overweight and newly widowed. My husband had been sick for many years and I took care of him without thinking of myself too much.
I found out the NEW program at Community Hospital of Long Beach where I volunteer. I signed up for an introductory class right away. The candidates were as shy and nervous as I was. The staff was very warm and welcoming. They explained every detail of what to expect. I signed up for bariatric surgery that day. I had some medical and psychological tests and meetings to make sure everything was okay. The gastric bypass surgery was very easy and I felt incredible by the second week. I followed their instructions to the letter for the first six months and exercised.
I feel like a completely new person. I have energy and I feel better in public and I want to try new things all the time. I?ve lost over 100 pounds and at age 50, I signed up for college!
