Like all surgical procedures, post-weight loss surgeries come with potential risks such as infections, bleeding, scarring, and reactions to anesthesia. Dr. Katzen will discuss these risks in detail during your consultation and provide guidance on how to minimize them. It's essential for patients considering post-weight loss surgery to discuss these risks thoroughly with their surgeon to fully understand potential complications and how they might be mitigated. Surgeons usually take several steps to minimize risks, including a thorough preoperative assessment and postoperative care.