“If you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you always got” Anonymous This adage basically sums up the truth about weight management after weight loss surgery. If you return to your old lifestyle, the excess weight you have lost will be regained. Lifestyle changes sometimes seem daunting to maintain. Make a conscious decision […]

Lap band surgery has become more and more popular among the patient population desiring surgical weight loss. The band is does not require re-routing of the intestines, which appeals to many people. Unfortunately patients who have lap band surgery will definitely lose weight slower than gastric bypass patients. Another misconception that many band patients have […]

Making the decision to pursue weight loss surgery is often very difficult. Many patients are afraid of the risks, or think they should be able to lose weight on their own. Once they make the decision to go forward with surgery, they must then decide what procedure is right for them. Unfortunately, due to a […]

Insurance companies are getting very strict about covering bariatric surgery for patients more than one time. In the past, if a patient failed a procedure or starting gaining their weight back, the surgeon would suggest revision surgery. Often this was adding a band over an existing gasttic bypass, or converting a band to a gastric […]

Weight loss is just one way to measure success after bariatric surgery. Setting short and long term goals is a great way to help keep you motivated and focused. Start small, with something you can attain fairly quickly. As you get further into your weight loss journey, you can add more challenging goals. This can […]

Being physically active is one of the most important steps Americans of all ages can take to improve their health. However, Americans are becoming increasingly inactive, which is taking a dangerous toll not only on our health, but in our healthcare costs. Ponder these statistics- Five percent of the population accounts for almost half(49%) of […]

People who experience heartburn more than twice a week may have GERD. ( Gastroesphageal Reflux Disease) The symptoms of GERD vary, but often are severe enough to affect quality of life. Many people experience constant pain and burning and sleep disruption. Many have to avoid foods they love because of it. There is a new […]

The 5 G’s of inappropriate eating is good advice for anyone trying to lose or maintain weight loss. These tips are especially important for surgical weight loss patients, as these bad habits can sabatoge weight loss and sometimes even cause the weight loss surgery to fail. 1. Grazing- This eat all day styple has several […]

One of the most frequently asked questions by patients is ” Will my insurance cover bariatric surgery?” The good news, is that most insurance carriers do have a surgical weight loss benefit in the policy. It is sometimes frustrating to patients however to find out that, though the surgery will be covered, there are often […]

I think one of the most rewarding aspects about our practice is the ability to see the results. I can’t tell you how many times i have heard from patients how happy they are that they no longer need their diabetes medications, Blood pressure medications or cpap machine for sleep apnea. It is a joy […]