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7 Questions to Ask Before Your Gallbladder Surgery

February 11, 2022 | Uncategorized

Having gallbladder problems will leave you feeling intense pain. There are some questions you\'ll want to keep in mind regarding your treatment.

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How to Know If You’re a Good Candidate For Weight Loss Surgery

January 25, 2022 | Weight-Loss Surgery

Weight loss surgeons have certain criteria they use to evaluate whether a person is a good candidate for the procedure.

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Understanding Diverticulitis Surgery

December 27, 2021 | Bariatric Surgery

If you have diverticulitis, it\'s important that you understand diverticulitis surgery. Learn more about it here, and contact us today if you have any questions.

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When is Gallbladder Surgery Necessary?

November 11, 2021 | Bariatric Surgery

Gallbladder surgery is an invasive surgical procedure. Treating this inflammation can prevent gallstone formation that may necessitate a more invasive surgery.

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Obesity and Arthritis: Breaking the Cycle

January 12, 2021 | Obesity

Here’s how bariatric surgery can help you lose weight and relieve painful swelling in your joints. It’s easy to take your joints for granted. They work hard behind the scenes to help you walk, jog, cook a meal, or bend...

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How to Manage Food Cravings After Bariatric Surgery

December 17, 2020 | Obesity

No one’s immune to food cravings — practice these five tips to curb cravings and stick to your weight loss goals. After bariatric surgery, your doctor will give you a clear breakdown of what you can and cannot eat. You...

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Weight Loss Surgery and Longevity

December 15, 2020 | Obesity

Weight loss surgery can help you shed stubborn pounds, improve your health, and even add years to your life — here’s how. What’s the secret to a long, healthy life? Researchers have found that people who live into their hundreds...

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The Vitamins You Need After Weight Loss Surgery

December 10, 2020 | Weight Loss

Vitamins are a key part of your post-operative care — learn what supplements you should take after bariatric surgery and why. On the surface, post-operative care after bariatric surgery is pretty straightforward. You should take it easy and allow your...

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How Bariatric Surgery Can Improve Overall Health

December 08, 2020 | Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery is about more than just weight loss. Find out how the procedure can improve your overall health. If you asked 10 different people preparing for bariatric surgery why they chose to undergo the procedure, you’d come up with...

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Why Weight Loss Surgery is More Effective Than Dieting

November 24, 2020 | Bariatric Surgery

Weight loss surgery is more effective at helping you lose weight for good and improving your long-term health than diet and exercise alone.  According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 42.4 percent of adults in the...

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