Your Journey

Schedule a consultation to discuss your surgical or weight loss goals and determine the most effective procedure for you. Dr. Michael Z. Caposole, DO, MBS, DABOM will review your medical history, complete a physical exam and order diagnostic tests (e.g., blood work, imaging such as CT scans, ultrasounds, or endoscopy) to determine a diagnosis and explain whether surgery is needed.

Dr. Michael Z. Caposole, DO, MBS, DABOM, will guide you through the pre-operative process specific to your surgery, explaining the risks, benefits, alternatives (if any), and lifestyle factors (e.g., smoking, diet, medications) that might affect surgery or recovery. A signed informed consent form, acknowledging your understanding of the procedure, potential risks, and postoperative care is completed and pre-surgery instructions are provided. This may include stopping certain medications and adjusting your diet. Additional preoperative tests such as blood work, ECG, or chest X-rays may be performed.

Under the care of Dr. Michael Z. Caposole, DO, MBS, DABOM, you'll undergo a safe and effective general or bariatric procedure tailored to your needs. 

• Arrival at the Hospital: On the day of surgery, you will arrive to the designated hospital and check in. Dr. Michael Z. Caposole, DO, MBS, DABOM and his team of staff and nurses will review your medical history, vital signs, and confirm fasting adherence.
• Anesthesia: An anesthesiologist administers general or local anesthesia, depending on the procedure. The patient is carefully monitored throughout the surgery.
• Surgery: Dr. Michael Z. Caposole, DO, MBS, DABOM  performs the planned procedure (e.g., laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hernia repair). The procedure may be robotic, minimally invasive (laparoscopic) or open surgery. 

Dr. Michael Z. Caposole, DO, MBS, DABOM and his staff will assist you during the recovery process, ensuring a smooth transition to your new, healthier lifestyle. We strive to make our patients feel comfortable and at ease. In post-operative care, patient's may experience mild pain or discomfort; pain management (medication) is provided as needed. Once stable, you will be transferred to a hospital room or discharged if it’s an outpatient procedure. For more complex surgeries (e.g., bowel resections, gastric bypass), patients may stay in the hospital for a few days. Dr. Michael Z. Caposole, DO, MBS, DABOM and his staff will monitor your recovery, manage pain, and check wound healing.