Robotic sleeve surgery is a weight-reduction procedure that involves reducing the size of the stomach surgically. It is designed to make patients feel fuller when they have a meal, thereby cutting down on their calorie consumption and hunger pangs. It is a popular restrictive weight-loss method, as it is cuts down on the calorie intake […]

Recent research has shown a connection between obesity and the prevalence of digestive conditions such as heartburn, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Several factors contribute to either developing or worsening GERD when the stomach increases in size. Reducing excess weight can typically resolve reflux. Michael A. Russo, MD, general surgeon specializing in bariatric […]

Bariatric surgery is increasingly becoming an option for weight management in people who are obese. However, studies have now shown that the surgery in itself may not be enough to manage weight on a long-term basis. Some proactive lifestyle changes and making an effort to get more physically fit should become an integral part of […]

In our tech-savvy society we’ve become even more used to getting results quickly. Demanding instant gratification is fine when you’re talking about a smartphone, but it’s not the best policy when it comes to weight loss. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Fad diets that promise large amounts of weight […]

Weight loss after surgery is exciting. You start to look and feel better (after the recovery period) and return to normal activities, as well as things you weren’t able to do before surgery. But after surgery the work isn’t over – it’s actually just beginning. Proper diet, exercise, and mental state are important to achieve […]

A site called MediBid allows you to list yourself, so that surgeons will bid to get you to come to their clinics.

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