Pre-Op Diet

Dear Patient:

We have a high standard of care for our patients and our program.  Our policy requires every patient to follow a pre-operative diet for at least 2 weeks.  In order to meet those requirements and standardize the diet and maximize weight loss for all patients we use Bariatric Advantage High Protein Meal Replacement.

Bariatric Advantage Meal Replacement is whey-based protein, lactose-free, with 27 grams of protein, only 7 grams of carbohydrates and 1.5 gram of fat.  Each serving contains 150-160 calories and 23 essential vitamins and minerals.  It is diabetic-friendly and comes in a variety of great flavors:  Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Orange and Banana.  It comes in a 35-serving bag.

Two weeks prior to surgery, we will require our patients to replace 2 meals per day with the Bariatric Advantage Meal Replacement shake, and eat one healthy meal.    For those patients with higher BMI’s, it may be recommended that this diet continue for more than 2 weeks.  The purpose of this pre-op diet is to lose weight and shrink the size of your liver, which makes the surgery safer for you and easier for your surgeon.

You must purchase this item from our office.  Once a surgery date has been scheduled, we will schedule your final pre-operative visit with your surgeon approximately 3 weeks prior to your surgery.  During this visit, you can purchase your Bariatric Advantage Meal Replacement and take it home with you. 

There will be no exceptions to this requirement for any patient, regardless of the type of insurance you have or your income.