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Whipple procedure: Recovery

Medically reviewed by David Strosberg, MD Key Takeaways Recovery after a Whipple procedure takes about six to eight weeks.You need to meet certain milestones before being discharged from the hospital ...
Healing after surgery is not just about rest. It requires the right nutritional support. Surgeon Motaz Selim, MD, PhD explains how proper nutrition is crucial for a good recovery after an operation.
Actively preparing for major surgery by exercising and improving diet (known as "prehabilitation") is associated with fewer complications, less time in hospital, and improved recovery and quality of ...