Duodenal switch surgery is one of the latest and most innovative metabolic and bariatric surgery procedures in the United States. It is used to treat patients classified as “morbidly obese” or those with a body mass index (BMI) of 50 and above. Patients who are at high risk of developing weight-related conditions are also recommended […]
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Many people are interested in losing weight but aren’t sure how or where to start. While there are hundreds of weight loss programs out there, no single plan works for everyone. If you’re one of the many who struggles to cut more calories and burn fat, portion control is a great starting point. It isn’t
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Gastric bypass surgery, also called Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), is the second most commonly performed bariatric procedure in the United States. It is considered the “gold standard” among medical weight loss procedures. The bariatric surgeon uses laparoscopic techniques to create a small pouch out of a portion of the stomach. The newly created pouch will
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Gastric sleeve surgery, also called sleeve gastrectomy, is the most common bariatric surgery procedure in the United States that is usually performed laparoscopically. In this procedure, a bariatric surgeon removes around 80 to 85% of the stomach and shapes the remaining stomach portions into a tube or “sleeve”. This restrictive bariatric surgery procedure helps patients
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In the United States, more than two out of three adults are considered overweight or obese. This weight-related health crisis continues to affect the quality of life of most adults as it increases the risk of acquiring health problems linked to obesity, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, cancer, and depression. Weight loss
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The world of medicine is evolving and the way we think about disease prevention and treatment has dramatically changed. The idea of popping a pill to prevent or cure diseases is being replaced by lifestyle medicine, which has a more holistic and proactive process. While conventional medicine has been shown to be effective for treating
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For most people who suffer from severe obesity, weight loss surgery is a last resort to managing their weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Bariatric surgery, also known as weight loss surgery, is the latest and most effective metabolic procedure recommended to obese patients and those with obesity-related diseases like diabetes and heart disease to
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People suffering from obesity often struggle to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle. For those who have tried various diets and exercise plans to no avail, bariatric surgery has been one of the safest and most effective options to manage their obesity and other obesity-related health problems. But choosing to undergo bariatric surgery is
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