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11th Aug, 2023
Despite some common misperceptions, surgical mesh has revolutionized the field of hernia repair, offering numerous benefits over traditional techniques. Over the years, significant advancements have been made in mesh design, materials, and surgical techniques, enhancing the safety and effectiveness of hernia repairs. In response to a question from a patient, I am writing today to shed light on how surgical mesh has evolved, highlighting its… Read more »
4th Aug, 2023
Despite their high costs and poor insurance coverage, Ozempic and Wegovy are important medications used in the management of type 2 diabetes and obesity. Ozempic (generic name: semaglutide) is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, while Wegovy (generic name: semaglutide injection) is the higher dose form of semaglutide used specifically for weight management. With so many people taking Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss and… Read more »
28th Jul, 2023
Happiness is a fundamental aspect of human well-being, deeply intertwined with physical and mental health. As a physician, I firmly believe that the connection between body and mind plays a crucial role in overall life satisfaction. In recent years, metabolic surgery has emerged as a transformative intervention for individuals struggling with obesity and related health issues. Beyond the measurable health improvements, I am often struck… Read more »
21st Jul, 2023
Sacral neuromodulation (SNM) has emerged as a groundbreaking therapeutic modality for managing pelvic floor dysfunctions, specifically urinary and fecal incontinence. This innovative treatment—which begins with placement of a tiny pacemaker device under the skin in a 20-minute outpatient procedure—involves the modulation of sacral nerves, leading to improved control over bladder and bowel function. But it's not just the procedure itself that creates the best outcomes.… Read more »
14th Jul, 2023
Type 2 diabetes and obesity have become a global health concern, with increasing prevalence and associated complications. Bariatric surgery, such as gastric bypass, has emerged as the most effective treatment option for obesity and its related comorbidities, including type 2 diabetes. However, some patients may experience inadequate weight loss or diabetes remission after the initil surgery. In recent years, a novel approach has gained attention:… Read more »
7th Jul, 2023
Obesity is a complex environmental condition that affects millions of people around the world. Traditional methods of weight loss, such as diet and exercise, fall entirely short in providing long-term, sustainable results. They simply don't work. In recent decades, metabolic surgery has emerged as the only proven avenue for people with severe obesity. Not only does it lead to significant weight loss, but it also… Read more »
1st Jul, 2023
Incontinence is a condition characterized by the involuntary loss of urine or fecal matter. It affects millions of individuals around the world and causes more than just embarrassment, with a range of significant social, psychological, and physical implications. Treatments can vary and typically include the use of medications, a method that has pretty serious drawbacks. Increasingly, sacral neuromodulation is being used as a highly effective… Read more »
23rd Jun, 2023
We may think of Covid 19 when we read the words "global health epidemic," but there's another one—obesity. This environmental disease affects millions of individuals worldwide and poses significant challenges to public health. Traditional methods of weight loss, such as dieting and exercise, and even programs that are medically supervised, simply don't work for individuals with severe obesity. In recent years, metabolic surgery, also known… Read more »
16th Jun, 2023
Pelvic floor disorders encompass a wide range of conditions that can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. Urinary retention, or the inability to fully empty the bladder, is one of them. Unfortunately, traditional methods of treatment don't resolve the issue or its symptoms. But sacral neuromodulation, or SNM, is showing tremendous success. Here's what makes SNM a revolutionary approach to the treatment of pelvic… Read more »
9th Jun, 2023
Urge incontinence, which is characterized by an uncontrollable and sudden urge to urinate, is a distressing condition that significantly impacts quality of life for millions of people around the world. Traditional treatment options for urge incontinence, which includes medications and behavioral therapies, may not deliver the results people hope for. But there is an alternative, and it's proving to offer the type of long-term relief… Read more »