On ObesityHelp, I'm known as Berduboy but if you go to an ObesityHelp National Conference, I'm Kevin Stephens. On February 8, 2011, I had RNY weight loss surgery and have lost 220 pounds. I've changed my life in many ways so I can maintain my weight loss and continue living
Nearly 100 million people acquire new scars every year in the developed world alone, primarily as a result of elective operations. Scars vary greatly, depending on several factors, individual and racial patient features, type of skin, location of incisions, and skin subject to tremendous tension for a prolonged period of
For many of us, weight regain occurs after we've had weight loss surgery (WLS). Life happens and, sometimes as a result, we return to old habits. The return of old habits such as grazing, eating sugary carbs and processed foods, stopping or decreasing exercise, and others can result in weight
My Journey to Mexico for Bariatric Surgery by Charles Sutker OH Username: Chasman I remember that helpless feeling as my physician sat across from me telling me that I was standing at the edge of a cliff. "Now is the time, to lose weight or face a lifetime of battles
Bariatric surgeon Ian Villanueva, MD takes the time to answer some of your questions. Do you have a question you would like to ask of a plastic surgeon, bariatric surgeon, fitness expert, dietician, psychologist, or other bariatric professional? Send your questions to [email protected] and we will submit them to the
Vitamins For Weight Loss Surgery Success When we make the choice to have weight loss surgery, responsibilities and accountability to our health is part of that decision. We have weight loss surgery to improve our health, manage or extinguish co-morbid conditions, and obtain an overall sense of well-being. You can
Featured graphic: Bariatric Food Pyramid Editor’s Note: This article by Dr. Arya M. Sharma is part 5 of a 5 part series, “Why I Support Bariatric Surgery”. Links to parts 1, 2, 3 and 4 are located at the bottom of this page. Why I Support Bariatric Surgery (Part 5)
How Important is Calcium for WLS Patients? Calcium is a mineral needed for healthy bones, nails, and muscle tissue and assists in blood clotting as well as heart and nerve functions. Calcium (Ca) Levels- Absorption of Ca supplements is most efficient at several individual daily doses of 500 mg or
Bariatric surgeon Dr. Roc Bauman answers the questions that are important to you. Do you have a question you would like to ask of a plastic surgeon, bariatric surgeon, fitness expert, dietician, psychologist, or other bariatric professional? Send your questions to [email protected]. Ron T.: What kind of pain relievers can
Dr. Guillermo Alvarez of Endobariatric answers a question on the minds of many who are considering or have had the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG): Why does the sleeve get swollen? Transcript of VSG Q & A'S: The Swollen Sleeve Hello and welcome to the question of the week. I am Dr.
