Realize Band Atlanta, Georgia

Much like other gastric banding systems, The Realize Band is made of strong, flexible silicone and acts as a soft balloon that fits around the stomach and can be adjusted to increase or decrease restriction. This in turn allow the patient to lose more or less weight respectively. The Realize Band can hold up to 9 cc (1.8 teaspoons) of sterile saline, which is medical grade saltwater. The amount of saline in the balloon controls the tightness around the stomach.

The band is connected to soft thin tubing, which is connected to the Realize Port during surgery. The port is made from an implant-grade medical plastic and silicone which is attached to the abdomen roughly 2 inches below the rib cage. The port allows the surgeon to inject or remove saline easily with a specially made needle.

A Solution Designed for You:

The Realize Band is developed for safety and comfort. The band is made of biocompatible material which has the strength and flexibility to remain in place and effectively reduce weight for the long-term. The Realize Band is designed to allow for weight loss ranging from 1- 2 pounds per week. The Realize Band offers several advantages including:

  • The widest band to reduce slippage.
  • The Lowest profile injection port for minimal subdermal visibility.
  • The injection port is attached without sutures, minimizing pain.

Realize mySuccess: Support Program

The Realize program supports your weight loss journey through a one-of-a-kind patient support system – Realize mySuccess. Designed for use before and after surgery, the Realize after care program is a website application that offers patient a highly interactive service. The program allows the development of a customizable diet and fitness routine, designed by you, so you are in control. The program also allows for enhanced communication with our office so that we can track your progress and give us insight into your needs.

As soon as you have decided to have bariatric surgery with us, even before surgery, you can access the main features of the program, allowing you to start your weight loss journey and improve your health. The application will also offer interesting and insightful educational materials on what to expect throughout your weight loss journey.

After surgery, you will have access to four main sections of information. In each relevant section, you’ll find the information you need to achieve ideal weight loss.  The four sections include:

myPersonalPlan: Identify and solve potential obstacles and plan for success using myEatingGuide, myEatingTriggers, mySuccessStrategies and mySupportNetwork.

myProgress: Lets you see your results by using myStats, myPics, myGoals, myBandFills and theNewMe.

myNutrition: Offers you access to over 400 healthy recipes that not only you, but your family will enjoy. MyNutrition, allows you to keep a detailed food journal called myFoodDiary.

myFitness: Helps you incorporate activities you enjoy into your daily routine. With a variety of options including traditional exercise (walking, biking, swimming) as well as everyday activities (cleaning, gardening) you can develop a fitness plan that works for you—one you can consistently follow. Record your activity and track your progress in myFitDiary.

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