Introduction The overwhelming success and safety of bariatric surgery compared to diets and medication is well known to the medical community. However, a surgical revision of a previous bariatric surgery is sometimes necessary. Around 15% of bariatric patients will proceed with revision, and this number is on the rise due
Weight Loss Medications vs. Weight Loss Surgery: Obesity is a chronic, relapsing disease that increases the risk of many additional health problems if left untreated. In 2000, 30.5% of American adults had obesity as compared to 41.9% today, and that number is expected to grow to 48.9% by 2030. Fortunately,
One common cause of weight regain after sleeve gastrectomy is that of stretching or dilation of the remaining stomach. This leads to an increase in storage capacity and, ultimately, weight gain. With an enlarged stomach, patients require increased amounts of food to feel satisfied. Avoiding this issue is obviously preferable,
Bariatric surgery remains the most effective treatment for individuals struggling with obesity, offering not only significant and sustainable weight loss, but also providing improvements in various weight-related medical problems. One common medical problem that affects many patients with obesity is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) GERD is
Your surgery date is approaching, which means you're ready to prep for your hospital stay! Preparing for a hospital stay after bariatric surgery can be overwhelming. You might be asking yourself what you should pack and what you should leave behind. Let's tackle that with a list! What to Pack
Why Lab Work Post-WLS Is Crucial: Bariatric surgery is a great weight loss tool. Your tool may work with different mechanism: These are all helpful mechanisms, as they help you lose weight and keep it off. But they also necessitate nutritional vigilance on your part and monitoring on our part!
Reality is setting in, hunger is back, stress hits....again, old thoughts and emotions have returned. Now what? At some point, the excitement and effects of weight loss surgery wane. Stalled after WLS. This is normal. But it can be downright scary for some. If you arm yourself with information, understand
How Will I Know Which Weight Loss Surgery is Right For ME? Congratulations on making the decision to undergo weight loss surgery! This will likely be one of the most monumental decisions of your lifetime. Battling the disease of obesity can be frustrating, to say the least. The good news
If you’ve seen the news or been on social media in recent months, then you’ve undoubtedly heard the hype about trending medications used for weight loss. While celebrities are quick to tout their success using these drugs, are they really safe and effective for long-term weight Loss? Before jumping on
Obesity is a major public health concern in the United States. Diet and exercise are common strategies to lose weight. While some degree of weight loss can be achieved with these methods, it is common to regain weight over time. In people with severe obesity, or body mass index (BMI)
