bellybutton

No, this procedure was not covered by my insurance. I payed cash.

I was fortunate to have my doctor decide to do a single incision VSG through the belly button. I was the first ever! I have no scar and was home the same night as my surgery. I am 3 months out and have had no complications. I have lost 55 pounds so far. If given a choice, you should look into this procedure. Fewer holes in your abdominal wall and quicker healing.

I had outpatient surgery 3 months ago and would not have done it any other way. At the time I was a little nervous, but less than one hour after surgery I was walking, drinking, and doing fine. I could not stand to lie in a hospital bed with all the beeping of the machines and have the leg compressors going all the time. I had 2 young kids at home and they were very careful. I just wanted to walk and walk around my home after the surgery.