Guest guest Posted May 17, 2012 Report Share Posted May 17, 2012 Hello everyone! I am new to the bariatric field and so I am trying to learn as much as I can right now. J I work as an outpatient RD at a bariatric clinic and we only see lap band patients. The 14 day pre op diet we have our patients follow is 5-6 of the Bariatric Shakes daily along with any SF clear liquid as long as they do not exceed 160 kcal total of these items. Obviously this diet is low kcal/high protein to shrink the liver prior to surgery. I was just curious as to what other facilities use as their pre op diet protocol. I’m finding some patients want to “bend” the rules a little when it comes to drinking the shakes and plus many of them just don’t like them. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! Goodwin RD CD Bariatric Dietitian Office of Dr. McEwen Community Bariatric Surgeons T:(317)621-2500 Fax(317)621-2503 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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