13th Oct, 2023
Bariatric surgery, also known as metabolic or weight-loss surgery, is the safest and most effective option for individuals struggling with severe obesity. But this life-changing procedure requires careful consideration, preparation, and dedication both before and after the surgery. To set themselves up for the best possible outcome and minimal risk, people need to be prepared mentally, emotionally, and physically. For most people, the procedure is… Read more »
29th Sep, 2023
In the realm of weight management, sleeve gastrectomy and long-term drug use are two approaches that have gained significant attention. While Ozempic has emerged as a popular pharmaceutical intervention for weight loss, sleeve gastrectomy, a surgical procedure, offers a cost-effective and more impactful solution. Let's explore the cost and effectiveness of sleeve gastrectomy compared to long-term Ozempic use, with a close look at the potential… Read more »
22nd Sep, 2023
Proper hydration is especially important in the early postoperative period following bariatric surgery to ensure a successful recovery and to set the stage for long-term success. Sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass and duodenal switch are life-changing procedures that can help individuals struggling with obesity achieve significant weight loss, reverse diabetes, and improve their overall health. Each procedure alters the stomach or GI tract in ways that… 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 »
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 »
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 »
19th May, 2023
The most successful bariatric patients tend to be those who see weight-loss surgery as a tool, not a quick fix. If you’re considering weight-loss surgery, it’s important to be prepared for specific lifestyle changes to help ensure long-term success and minimize the risk of weight regain and its associated health problems. Here’s what the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) recommends. Lifestyle Changes… Read more »
10th Feb, 2023
Sleeve gastrectomy and new stapling technology are both safe and effective approaches to treating obesity, type 2 diabetes, and other related health conditions—so much so that safety data now strongly favors sleeve gastrectomy over any non-surgical treatment. Here's how sleeve technology continues to improve the state of the art in weight loss and diabetes treatment. What is Sleeve Gastrectomy Sleeve gastrectomy, also known as vertical sleeve… Read more »
13th Jan, 2023
People who are actively researching bariatric surgery are often looking for answers to similar questions. One of them relates to whether or not bariatric surgery is an outpatient procedure. The short answer is that it's not quite outpatient — but it's close. Defining "Outpatient" We usually define “outpatient” procedures as those in which a person can come into the center or hospital, undergo a short… Read more »