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Q – What Medical Tests & Appointments are Required Pre-Op?

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Tests Required Pre-op:

Overnight oximetry and/or overnight sleep study to check for sleep apnea and other respiritory disorders; gastroscopy aka: “the scope” to check the structure of the stomach and esophagus; endocrinologist appointment to check for hormonal issues; dietician appointment to discuss pre-op and post-op diet; pre-admission testing at the hospital days prior to your surgery (blood test, ecg, xray, meeting with anesthetist).

Other tests and appointments may be added if deemed medically necessary.

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