Dr. Preeti Malladi discusses weight loss surgery…
June 2010
Dr. Preeti Malladi discusses weight loss surgery and the importance of an individualized approach to treatment. She also describes the comprehensive program she offers her patients.
Dr. Preeti Malladi discusses weight loss surgery and the importance of an individualized approach to treatment. She also describes the comprehensive program she offers her patients.
If you’re like most Americans, you spend a significant part of your life at work. The habits you form in your work environment can impact other aspects of your life – including your weight. Certain work habits, such as eating a daily donut, munching on unhealthy work snacks, and sitting for hours at a time…
Have you undergone gastric bypass surgery? Congratulations! You’re on a path to a healthier, happier lifestyle. You may wonder what to expect now that the surgery is over. Though your doctor has explained the various side effects you can expect, you may be craving a little bit more information on gastric bypass aftercare. This article…
Do you know what’s required to prepare for bariatric surgery? Weight loss surgery represents a turning point that will involve major changes in your diet and lifestyle. Rather than try to make those changes all at once, it’s best to start making preparations well in advance. Physical Preparation Given that the primary goal of bariatric…
If you suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), you know how difficult it is to cope with the symptoms. You are not alone in your discomfort – in fact, the American College of Gastroenterology estimates that 60 million Americans experience GERD every single month. Approximately 1 in 5 U.S. adults suffer from this condition and…
Do you suffer from obesity or obesity-related diseases like heart disease and diabetes? You may have metabolic syndrome. This condition has a high prevalence in the United States, with over 30% of adults in the country estimated to have metabolic syndrome. Metabolic Syndrome Defined Metabolic syndrome does not refer to a single disease. Instead, it…
Hiatal hernias can cause acid reflux and other problems. If a hiatal hernia causes GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), discomfort, or difficulty breathing, then it should be treated promptly. Hiatal Hernia Definition A hiatal hernia occurs in the diaphragm, which is a wall of muscle between your chest and abdominal region. In the center is a…