Obesity Control Center - The Obesity Control Center is the world leader in weight-loss surgeries

The Obesity Control Center^® is the world leader in gastric band (lap band) surgeries and its surgeons have performed more procedures of this type than anyone else in the world. Our surgeons not only are among the most qualified in the world, they also serve as instructing doctors having trained many of the leading American surgeons in this field.

During this surgery, a LAP-BAND®/Realize® Band is placed around the upper part of the stomach, dividing it into a small pouch that holds a smaller amount of food and a larger lower stomach. The degree of band tightness affects how much food a person can eat and as a result, they eat less, feel full sooner, and feel satisfied longer.

The band is implanted using laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery while patients are under anesthesia and it is considered to be a safe and effective way to achieve and maintain a healthier weight without cutting or stapling the stomach.

As patients lose weight, their band fit will change and so periodic adjustments (using a saline solution in the band) keep them on track to meet their weight loss goals.

The gastric band (lap band) procedure is especially popular because it is designed for long-term use. As adjustable gastric banding surgery does not permanently change the anatomy of the stomach, the band can also be removed at any time if desired.

At the Obesity Control Center^®, our surgeons utilize the exclusive Ortiz Anti-Slip Stitch procedure, named after our lead physician who developed the technique, which ensures greater long-term success for patients.

To discuss your specific situation in confidence, please call us toll free from the U.S. or Canada at:

1.866 Dr Ortiz (1.866.376.7849)

From outside the U.S., please call: 1.415.738.8100