Category: Weight Loss
What You Need to Know As You Explore Your Weight Loss Options For many people, achieving long-term success in weight loss involves more than just one approach. At Long Island Laparoscopic Doctors, we often discuss integrating surgical and medical therapies,...
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What’s true, what’s not, and how to decide what works best for you. At Long Island Laparoscopic Doctors, led by board-certified surgeon Dr. Hesham Atwa, we specialize in both surgical weight loss and medically supported treatment plans. As medications like...
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Because weight loss success doesn’t have to mean living in the kitchen. If you are juggling a packed calendar, squeezing in time for yourself can feel nearly impossible. And when it comes to staying consistent with your weight loss program,...
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Losing weight—whether through bariatric surgery, medical weight loss, or GLP-1 medications like Ozempic®, Wegovy®, or Mounjaro—is a huge accomplishment. But for many, the journey doesn’t end with the number on the scale. Loose skin, stubborn fat pockets, and changes in...
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While the primary goal of weight loss surgery is to assist in shedding excess weight, you may have concerns about losing too much weight post-surgery. Sometimes, when consulting with patients considering weight loss surgery, we are asked “Can I lose...
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A very common question my team and I are asked at Long Island Laparoscopic Doctors is “How soon can I go back to work after weight loss surgery?” Weight loss surgery, also know as bariatric surgery, can be a life-changing...
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While most New Year’s resolutions fail, there are some things you can do to set yourself up for success not only in January, but all year long. There have been many studies completed regarding the failure of New Year’s resolutions....
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You may be wondering if weight loss surgery is reversible. This depends upon the type of operation performed. With many advancements over the past few decades, weight loss surgery, also know as bariatric surgery, is considered a safe way to...
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If you find yourself in a situation where your insurance doesn’t cover weight loss surgery, it can be frustrating and disheartening. But don’t lose hope – there are several options to consider. At Long Island Laparoscopic Doctors, Dr. Hesham Atwa...
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Navigating the holiday season after weight loss surgery or during any weight loss journey can be a time of challenge and frustration. Here are some effective strategies to help keep you on track. At Long Island Laparoscopic Doctors, Dr. Hesham...
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