Dr. Thomas Byrne, Director of the MUSC Bariatric Surgery Program, explains the differences between gastric bypass and Lap-Band procedure, the pros and cons for each surgery, and the difference in the weight loss profile of each procedure and the risks associated. This weight loss surgery podcast also covers how to choose the right surgery for you and most importantly, explains how the weight loss will help reduce other health complications such as type 2 diabetes and hypertension in this weight loss surgery podcast.