In December an FDA advisory panel recommended the expansion of the use of Allergan’s Lap-Band™ system for weight reduction. The panel recommended lower BMI guidelines, which in turn makes weight loss surgery a more viable option for more patients. Read more about this exciting new development regarding FDA approval of lower BMI guidelines for the Allergan Lap-Band.™
Dr. Terry Simpson is a general and bariatric surgeon, and has been performing weight loss surgery and laparoscopic surgery since 1991. He has done thousands of laparoscopic (LAP-BAND) cases. He received his undergraduate, graduate and medical degrees from The University of Chicago, and surgical residency at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle. He is a member of the American Society of Bariatric Surgeons, as well as a Fellow in The American College of Surgeons. He has authored three books about weight loss surgery as well as numerous articles. Learn more about LAP-BAND surgery.
Dr. Butler is a board certified general surgeon with over 20 years of experience in the health and wellness industry. She performs general surgery services, as well as specializing in SmartLipo Laser Body Sculpting and LAP-BAND® Adjustable Gastric Banding System procedures.
Dr. Butler was educated at the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Tucson, Arizona and completed her residency at Maricopa Medical Center. Besides initiating Weigh Better three years ago, Dr. Butler served as president of a surgical group for over seven years and a surgeon for CMG for over five years. Weigh Better allows Dr. Butler to focus on her core specialties. Make an Appointment today.

As Arizona’s most experienced Lap-Band Surgical Practice, we are currently offering a limited time $9,995 price. This is for patients eligible for outpatient surgery. Learn More…