WRAP technique requires considerable experience and skill in performing “advanced laparoscopic” surgery. Dr. Waldrep has been practicing advanced minimally invasive surgery since it’s earliest days, and has performed thousands upon thousands of laparoscopic surgeries.  Very few surgeons in the world perform these type of techniques since Dr. Waldrep’s first WRAP surgery in 2009. The challenge for surgeons inexperienced with this procedure is to complete the surgery in a reasonable time and create a lasting effect. Gastroplasty is not listed with traditional surgeries because not enough surgeons are experienced enough in this technique yet. Please contact us to learn more.