Lap Band Specialist
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Anish Nihalani, MD, FACS
Weight Loss Physicians & General Surgeons located in Edison, NJ & Clark, NJ
Gastric banding with the LAP-BAND® system offers effective weight-loss* using a minimally-invasive surgical technique that’s completely reversible. Anish Nihalani, M.D., F.A.C.S., has extensive experience in gastric banding procedures aimed at helping men and women in Edison, NJ, lose weight and improve their overall health and wellness.
Lap Band Q & A
What is the LAP-BAND® system?
Also called adjustable gastric banding, LAP-BAND® surgery uses an adjustable, flexible, silicone band to control the size of the stomach over time so patients eat less and feel full faster. The band is hollow, and it can be made larger or smaller by injecting saline solution through a tiny port implanted beneath the surface of the skin. Unlike many other types of bariatric (weight-loss) surgery, LAP-BAND® surgery is commonly reversible and does not surgically alter the stomach or intestines.
How is LAP-BAND® surgery performed?
LAP-BAND® surgery is performed laparoscopically using a minimally-invasive technique that relies on very small incisions to access the stomach and perform the procedure. During the surgery, several small incisions are made in the belly area to enable the laparoscope to be inserted. The scope features a tiny camera that transmits real-time video from inside the surgical site back to a monitor where the surgeon can view them. The soft, flexible band is carefully placed over the upper portion of the stomach. A hollow tube connects the band to a tiny port that’s implanted just under the skin. The port has a very small opening that’s used to fill the band with saline or to remove saline, decreasing or increasing the size of the stomach. Once the band and the port are in place, the incisions will be closed. Most procedures are performed in under an hour, and patients can return home the same day.*
Will the band be filled with saline right away?
No, once the band is in place, the patient will recover for a few weeks before the saline is injected into the band through the port.
What are the benefits of gastric banding?
One of the biggest benefits of gastric banding is that it’s completely reversible and does not surgically alter the size, shape or course of the digestive tract, so healing and recovery typically occur much more quickly and with less discomfort compared to other types of weight-loss surgery. The gastric band is also very easy to adjust as the patient’s needs change, and the procedure and band are associated with very low risks of complications.
*Individual Results May Vary.
Words from our patients
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"I'm a nurse and kind of difficult to deal with... Dr. Nihalani put me at ease on my first visit."*
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"Office staff was experienced and helpful, Dr.Nihalani's bedside manner was proffesional and refreshing."*
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"Let me just say, this man saved my life...I have lost close to 100lbs and am far from where I was a year ago. I couldn't thank them all enough."*
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"Dr Nihalani is one of most caring,genuine surgeons. I have recommended him very highly and will continue to do so."*
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"Dr. Anish Nihalani is a highly-qualified, caring doctor. I would recommend him to anyone who wants a good, compassionate doctor."*
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"Dr Anish Nihalani was my number 1 choose for my gastric sleeve , I have no regrets on getting that surgery"*
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"He is a great doctor, always addressing your concerns, explains everything in detail he is fabulous."*
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"Thank you Dr Nihalani for changing my life for the best! You and your staff and very professional and make your patients feel very comfortable with the whole process!"*
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"Attentive to the patient's needs by having good listener skills, Treats patient as a family member than a number, relatable with good bedside manner. "*
