Bariatric Surgery | Gulf Coast Bariatrics

Cold Weather Workout Tips

Posted: Jan 11 in Weight Loss Blog by

After visiting a weight loss surgeon in Ft. Myers, it is important to stick with the weight loss plan that you have set for yourself. That includes working out even when it is cold outside. Instead of letting your morning run fall to the wayside when the temperature drops for a few weeks, follow these [...]

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Improve Migraines with Bariatric Surgery

Posted: Dec 06 in Weight Loss Blog by

Obesity has been known to cause a wide range of health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer. Though these major diseases are a well-known risk of obesity, a less well-known symptom is migraine headaches. For many patients who receive bariatric obesity surgery in Naples, the lessening of migraine headaches is a pleasant and [...]

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Getting Ready for Bariatric Surgery

Posted: Oct 26 in Weight Loss Blog by

Making the decision to have gastric bypass surgery is a significant choice and one that has lifelong consequences. Preparing for major surgery that will change your entire life requires care and thought. Ft. Myers is one of the premier places in the United States for weight loss surgery. Change Your Eating Habits Before Surgery Since [...]

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Protein and Bariatric Surgery

Posted: Sep 08 in Weight Loss Blog by

There’s a reason why protein is an important component of a healthy diet; it is part of every cell, tissue and organ in the human body. As such, it needs to be continuously replaced through nutritional sources, like fish, meat, poultry, eggs, nuts, beans, and dairy products, or in some cases protein supplements. Although obesity [...]

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Bariatric Surgery May Improve Coronary Atherosclerosis

Posted: Jan 09 in Weight Loss Blog by

You may think that the most important benefit of bariatric surgery is a leaner you or that it will just make you feel better, but recent studies of patients who have undergone weight loss surgery have shown that these patients are also reducing their risk of suffering from many weight related diseases including coronary atherosclerosis.

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Does Dramatic Weight Reduction also Reduce Cancer Risk?

Posted: Oct 05 in Weight Loss Blog by

In an age where obesity has become a major health issue and traditional methods of treatment have provided limited success, bariatric surgery has emerged as a leading method for achieving long-term weight control. People seeking bariatric surgery often cite a desire for better health as their main motivation.

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Bariatric Surgery Insurance Coverage

Posted: Jun 17 in Weight Loss Blog by

If you’re considering bariatric surgery, you may be wondering if there is any insurance coverage to help alleviate the cost. While some insurance companies will help pay for a bariatric procedure, your chances of having surgery covered are best if your bariatric surgeon will help you make a case for the medical necessity of your procedure. Learn more about how Dr. Bass will help you work with your insurance company to increase the chances of having your bariatric surgery covered.

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