Many people have weight issues in the United States with millions being obese. There’s a difference between being slightly overweight and obese to the point where it is a health concern. That is when medical intervention may be necessary and a lot of times after diet and exercise fail then a lap band doctor may be in order. It’s a safer, simpler procedure which makes a small portion of the stomach offset from the other in effect creating a pouch. This makes the person feel fuller faster therefore allowing them to eat less food and in turn lose a lot more weight than possible without it.