Your 5-step Pathway to Transformative Weight-loss Success

Initiating your weight loss surgery journey marks a pivotal point in your quest for better health. Our process begins with a virtual consultation with Dr. El Djouzi and extends through to the crucial final preparations for your surgery. Each phase is carefully designed to educate and ready you, ensuring a fluid and supportive experience. Let's explore together the five key steps that pave the way to your weight loss surgery.

    • Complete the Online Registration: The entire registration process is online. It typically takes 20-25 minutes to fill out our digital forms.

    • Select Your Appointment: You'll be asked to pick a convenient date and time for your consultation.

    • Confirmation Email: After choosing your appointment slot, you'll receive an email confirming your consultation, including a Zoom meeting link.

    • Application Review: A skilled team member will assess your application. Following this, you'll get an email with a link to sign up for our essential preparatory course.

    • Course Structure: The course consists of 9 engaging modules, requiring your time and attention.

    • Completion and Quiz: It's crucial to complete the entire course and take the concluding quiz. We're confident the course will answer many of your questions.

    • Virtual Meetings: Consultations are primarily conducted via Zoom.

    • Initial Steps: Dr. El Djouzi will begin by reviewing your intake form and discussing your medical history.

    • Expert Recommendations: He will offer professional advice on the appropriate surgery and necessary tests to prepare you.

    • Answering Your Questions: Any lingering questions will be addressed.

    • Join Our Community: Dr. El Djouzi will invite you to our exclusive Facebook group, where you can connect with and be inspired by our patients' journeys.

    • Next Steps: He'll remind you to contact our office to proceed with your journey.

    • Medical Evaluations: You'll undergo various blood tests, radiological exams, and medical evaluations. Our dedicated team will explain the details and initiate referrals.

    • Timeline: This process can take weeks to months to complete.

    • Insurance Coordination: Once results are in, they'll be sent to your insurance provider (if applicable).

    • Scheduling Surgery: After insurance preauthorization, we'll reach out to schedule your surgery and a pre-op office visit, which can also be virtual.

    • Timing: This visit is scheduled approximately two weeks before your surgery.

    • Purpose: A chance to review test results and address any final questions with Dr. El Djouzi.

    • Diet Reminder: He'll emphasize the importance of adhering to the two-week preoperative diet for optimal surgery preparation.

  • Item Final Preparations: The day before your surgery, a surgical nurse will call you in the afternoon to provide last-minute instructions.

Ready to Begin?

Take the First Step! If you're prepared to start your journey, click the button below to schedule your consultation with Dr. El Djouzi.

We wish you luck on your transformative journey!