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What Is the Best Weight Loss Surgery for You?

August 17, 2019 | Weight-Loss Surgery

Considering bariatric surgery? There are several different weight loss procedures that may work best for you.  What is the best form of weight loss surgery? The truth is that the answer will depend on your circumstances. There are plenty of...

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How Long Does It Take to Recover After Weight Loss Surgery?

August 15, 2019 | Weight Loss

Minimally invasive techniques for weight loss surgery result in a shorter recovery period. Here’s what patients need to know about achieving long-term success. People decide to undergo weight loss (or “bariatric”) surgery for a variety of reasons. Whether it’s boosting...

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Study Reveals How Weight Loss Surgery Impacts Insulin Production

August 12, 2019 | Weight Loss

Weight loss surgery has long been used to treat Type II diabetes. Now, a new study provides further insight into how the procedure helps regulate insulin levels. Weight loss surgery is a widely used and effective treatment for a variety...

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Is Weight Loss Surgery Right for Me?

July 26, 2019 | Weight-Loss Surgery

Patients interested in bariatric surgery should undergo a thorough evaluation in order to determine if the procedure will benefit their physical and mental health. Weight loss, or bariatric surgery, is a procedure that alters your stomach and digestive tract in...

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What to Expect on the Day of Your Weight Loss Surgery

July 22, 2019 | Weight Loss

You’ve made the crucial decision to have weight loss surgery — now it’s time to prepare for your procedure. You’ve decided to have life-changing weight loss surgery, but now you’re probably wondering what the experience entails. As with any surgery,...

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Breaking Down Misconceptions about Weight Loss Surgery

July 14, 2019 | Weight Loss

Considering bariatric surgery? Our physicians help clear up four common myths about the procedure. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 40% of adults and 20% of adolescents in the United States are obese. Though the condition...

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Weight Loss Surgery Isn’t the “Easy Way Out”

July 12, 2019 | Weight-Loss Surgery

Contrary to common misconceptions, weight loss surgery is an important part of a holistic plan that enables patients to manage their weight and improve their long-term health. Weight loss surgery can help patients address a variety of conditions, such as...

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Why Body Positivity and Sustained Weight Loss Go Hand in Hand

June 27, 2019 | Obesity

Bariatric surgery is most effective when accompanied by self-compassion, acceptance, and a positive body image. Diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea are some of the common concerns associated with obesity, but the stress caused by social stigma and a...

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More than Just Weight Loss: Surprising Benefits to Bariatric Surgery

June 10, 2019 | Bariatric Surgery

The benefits of weight-loss surgery can be both physical and emotional. In many cases, our patients have found the experience to be life transforming. In our in-person seminars and online webinars we delve into both the lifestyle changes and benefits in...

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How to Maintain Lifestyle Changes After Weight Loss Surgery

June 04, 2019 | Weight Loss

Bariatric surgery is an important step toward a healthier lifestyle, but what happens after you have the procedure? Bariatric surgery is an important milestone in many patients’ weight loss journey, but it’s by no means the end of that journey....

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