Minimally Invasive Procedures

These illustrations show the difference between traditional weight loss surgery and laparoscopic and robotic procedures, which are minimally invasive approaches.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive approach in which the surgeon makes several small incisions. Laparoscopic surgery results in less post-operative pain and a faster recovery time compared to open surgery.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is another type of minimally invasive surgery. Robotic surgery results in less post-operative pain and a faster recovery time compared to open surgery.

Open Surgery

A traditional surgical procedure, sometimes called open surgery, requires the surgeon to make a single, large incision in the abdomen. With traditional surgery, your risk of severe post-operative pain, infection and hernia increase significantly.