Part of gastric bypass surgery involves reducing your stomach to a small pouch, which many bypass patients refer to as a “stomach pouch.” Caring for your stomach pouch and making the most of your operation is key to successfully losing weight after a gastric bypass. About Stomach Pouches and Gastric Bypass In the course of…
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…
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,…
Bariatric surgery has become an important tool in the fight against obesity. Many doctors have begun referring patients to gastrointestinal surgeons for the often minimally-invasive procedure and many physicians consider bariatric surgery to be the only effective long-term weight loss solution for their patients who are morbidly obese. Bariatric surgery is a useful procedure that…
Most weight loss surgery patients see rapid weight loss after going through their operation. However, it is difficult to maintain weight loss as the same rate after a few months. That can be discouraging, but consistency and support can help you keep moving forward. Weight Loss Challenges after Surgery First, it helps to know why…
Telemedicine has become much more prevalent in healthcare practices of all kinds, including bariatric medicine. Being able to handle consultations, dietitian sessions, and other support meetings virtually is beneficial to both doctors and patients alike. But how does telemedicine work for weight loss surgery patients specifically? While the surgery itself cannot be performed remotely (obviously),…
Frequent, persistent heartburn can make eating—and life in general—less pleasant, but there are ways to treat it. When dietary and lifestyle changes fail, surgical procedures such as the LINX Procedure can produce lasting relief. The Impact of Chronic Acid Reflux GERD, or gastroesophageal acid reflux, is a chronic condition in which you regularly experience difficult,…
Studies have found that one of the primary risk factors associated with COVID-19 is obesity. While the data is far from conclusive, there seems to be a relationship between excess weight and severe coronavirus symptoms, meaning maintaining a healthy weight could be one way to reduce the risk. Obesity Puts People at Risk for Severe…
Patients who undergo gastric bypass surgery< often see dramatic, life-changing results with long lasting mental and physical benefits. But the surgery itself requires a significant lifestyle change in order to be truly successful. So just how does gastric bypass surgery change lives? Physical Benefits of Gastric Bypass Surgery Significant weight loss that comes with…
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…
Anyone who has tried to lose weight knows what a struggle it can be. It can be disheartening to see minimal progress when you’re putting maximum effort into diet and exercise, but the truth is that progress with weight loss is typically gradual. As such, it’s best to think of it as a journey rather…
Individuals who are morbidly obese and have been unsuccessful at regulating their weight through normal means sometimes turn to surgical procedures, such as sleeve gastrectomy, as a solution. But not every obese person meets the qualifications for sleeve gastrectomy. Before choosing this as an option for losing weight, you’ll need to meet specific qualifications for…
Polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS, is an endocrine system condition that affects childbearing-age women worldwide. The common symptoms of PCOS include: Enlarged ovaries with clusters of cysts Abnormal menstrual periods Infertility Excess androgen and male hair growth Obesity High insulin resistance (potentially leading to diabetes) While it’s uncertain what exactly causes PCOS, there is a…
One of the most common questions we hear is “how much does gastric sleeve surgery cost?” There are significant costs associated with any kind of surgery and gastric sleeve surgery is no exception. But don’t let this discourage you from considering sleeve gastrectomy if you are more than 100 pounds overweight, and you have not…
One of the top New Year’s resolutions for 2020 is to lose weight, followed by going to the gym and being healthier in general. These are great goals, but not everyone achieves them. In some cases, extra help may be needed. Importance of Fitness and Health When focusing on what you want to accomplish this…
