Understanding Zepbound and Its Approval Zepbound, designed for adults with obesity (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2) or overweight (BMI ≥ 27 kg/m2) with at least one weight-related condition like hypertension, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol, marks a breakthrough in weight management solutions. This approval is particularly significant, considering the rising rates of obesity and overweight…
Malladi Bariatrics and Advanced Surgery is pleased to announce that Dr. Preeti Malladi has been named to D Magazine’s Best Doctors List for 2023. A board-certified, fellowship-trained bariatric, obesity, and general surgeon, she is the founder and director of Malladi Bariatrics and Advanced Surgery in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Malladi is passionate about helping her patients…
Bariatric Surgery in Dallas: Understanding the Benefits of a Laparoscopic Approach Bariatric surgery has revolutionized the field of weight loss, offering hope to those who have struggled with obesity and its associated health risks. In Dallas, one of the leading centers for this life-changing procedure is Dr. Malladi’s clinic, where the focus is on providing…
GERD stands for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and is a fairly common digestive disorder. It’s a backward flow of stomach acid into the esophagus and can lead to symptoms like: Heartburn Regurgitation Chest pain Dr. Malladi is a board-certified surgeon specializing in minimally invasive bariatric, obesity, and general surgery. She is well-known for her surgical expertise…
Bariatric surgery is an effective treatment option for obesity. It helps people achieve and maintain weight loss, contributing to their health and overall quality of life. Bariatric surgery can be a life-changing treatment for many people, as long as they follow the importance of maintaining vitamin intake and surgeon guidelines once the procedure is complete. …
Are you looking for more information on how to get started with your bariatric surgery journey? Bariatric surgery is also commonly referred to as weight loss surgery and it’s a medical procedure that helps people with severe obesity come one step closer to better health and a more fulfilling lifestyle. This type of surgery is…
Lap band surgery was once a very popular form of weight loss surgery, but it has fallen out of favor in recent years due to the kinds of complications that result. Lap band revision surgery can help fix these issues. What Is Lap Band Surgery? Laparoscopic gastric banding surgery, commonly called lap band surgery, involves…
Obesity is defined as a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher as calculated from your weight and height. Obesity is more than simply being overweight. It’s a serious condition that can lead to other health problems, such as heart disease and diabetes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), roughly…
Summertime is an excellent opportunity for weight loss, including for those who have undergone bariatric surgery. If you’re looking for the perfect opportunity to get started on your weight loss journey, summer can help you hit the ground running. Why Summer Is Great After Weight Loss Surgery Summer can make it easier to get a…
Information circulates easily these days, and that makes it easy to spread misinformation, including weight loss and nutrition myths. Fad diets, ineffective remedies, and more can not only cause confusion, but may also result in serious health concerns as people deprive themselves of needed nutrients or overdo it on foods that are only healthy in…
Laparoscopy is a prevalent way to handle many procedures, including surgeries. Operations that would have previously required open wounds and significant recovery times can now be handled as outpatient procedures, making laparoscopy a valuable tool. In this post, we’ll discuss the basics of laparoscopic surgery, its advantages, and the kinds of procedures it can be…
The third week in October (Monday the 18th through Friday the 22nd) is National Health Education Week. The purpose of National Health Education Week (or NHEW for short) is to raise awareness about public health issues, train the next generation of health education specialists, and help people improve their overall wellbeing. Importance of NHEW National…
If you have difficulty swallowing, regularly regurgitate food after swallowing, experience chest pain, heartburn, or coughing, or have noticed dramatic, unexplained weight loss, then you may be suffering from a condition called esophageal achalasia.
If you have been experiencing upper gastrointestinal bleeding, pain, problems swallowing, nausea, persistent heartburn, unexplained weight loss, anemia, or nutritional deficiencies, your doctor may perform an upper GI endoscopy.
As the temperatures start to drop this time of year, we’ll be having multiple holidays in fairly rapid succession. Holiday meals will likely be part of your celebrations, but they can also lead to excess calorie intake.
