As a weight loss surgeon and patient myself, I’ve seen how much bariatric surgery has evolved. LAP BANDS, also known as gastric bands, were once common, but in 2024, they’re rarely recommended by reputable surgeons. Why? Because despite their popularity back in the day, they came with a host of issues—slipping, infections, and even scar tissue complications. Unlike the gastric sleeve, which impacts hunger hormones, the LAP BAND only made it harder for food to pass, often leaving patients hungry