D Magazine Best Doctor’s 2012
October 2012
D Magazine Best Doctor’s 2012
Dr. Preeti Malladi is voted Best Doctor in Bariatric Surgery for 2012.
D Magazine Best Doctor’s 2012
Dr. Preeti Malladi is voted Best Doctor in Bariatric Surgery for 2012.
If you’re obese and have difficulty losing weight, you may qualify for weight loss surgery. Typical qualifications for bariatric surgery include: A body mass index (BMI) over 40 A BMI of 35 accompanied with at least one comorbid condition, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or heart disease Over 100 pounds overweight Inability to achieve…
Take steps to promote a healthy lifestyle and fight obesity at the upcoming ASMBS Foundation’s Walk from Obesity! The event will take place on White Rock Creek Trail in Dallas on Saturday, October 27th rain or shine. Register online with a donation of $25 or more, or at the event for $35. Check in…
While losing weight requires personal commitment, it always helps to have support. Your family can be a great support to you. Following are some ideas on how to involve your family in your weight loss journey. Discuss Your Needs Openly First, it helps to talk about it openly with your family. Make a list of…
An abdominal wall hernia, also known as a ventral hernia, is a small tear in the abdominal muscle wall. This small hole may allow a bit of the interior abdominal lining to poke through, along with the sections of intestine in some cases. Fortunately, many cases are mild, causing only minor discomfort. Common Causes of…
Not sure what to expect after gastric sleeve surgery? This procedure, also called a vertical sleeve gastrectomy, reduces the size of your stomach in order to limit how much food it will hold. The goal is to help support your weight loss efforts by encouraging you to prioritize healthy foods over empty calories. After surgery,…
The current pandemic has everyone spending lots of time indoors, which has been tough on those who are trying to improve their lifestyle with diet and exercise. Getting the nutrition and activity you need in order to maintain your health or lose weight can be a challenge, but it is possible with the tips we’ll…