Questions about Surgery & Recovery

Q: How long will I be in surgery?

A: Your operation will range anywhere from 45-60 minutes.

Q: Do you remove the gallbladder during surgery?

A: No, Dr. Collier does not remove the gallbladder on a routine basis.  He can discuss this with you further during your consultation.

Q: How soon and how often can I walk after my operation?

A: Patients are encouraged to walk as soon and as much as possible after their surgery.

Q: How long will I need to stay at the facility following surgery?

A: As the Lap-Band® surgery is performed on an outpatient basis, almost all patients are released the same day as their surgery.

Q: Will I feel much pain after the procedure?

A: Patients are given liquid pain medication for use at home following surgery. Most individuals experience only mild discomfort, which is generally relieved by the pain medicine.

Q: How long will I need to take off of work after my Lap-Band® surgery?

A: Usually about 4-5 days. Some patients feel some fatigue and weakness for 3-5 days but are able to return to normal functions after about 5-7 days. If you do manual labor, you may wish to stay off of work a little longer.