Weight Loss Surgery

John: LAPBAND Weight Loss

Posted: Sep 08 in Bariatric Surgery Testimonials by admin

My name is John Moore; I had Lap Band Surgery done in October of 2007 by the best doctor in Florida. I weighted 455 lbs at that time, I now weight 294 lbs and still I am losing. This surgery has totally changed my life; I now don’t run out of breath just walking across the room.

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How to Start Eating Healthier

Posted: Apr 05 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

Most people will admit that they want to eat healthier, but overhauling your diet can feel overwhelming. Learn how to take small steps that will lead to big changes in the way you eat.

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Study supports bariatric surgery for severely obese

Posted: Feb 28 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

Weight loss surgeries, including gastric bypass and adjustable gastric banding procedures, have become increasingly popular as a means for morbidly obese people to lose weight. Scientific evidence continues to support the safety and effectiveness of these procedures.

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Risks of Post Bariatric Surgery Complications Low

Posted: Feb 02 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

Weight loss surgery is designed to help patients lose weight and address the myriad of health problems that obesity can cause or make worse. While there are significant health benefits associated with losing weight after bariatric surgery, there are also very serious risks to consider. However, recent research shows that the risk for short-term complications [...]

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High BMI Not Needed to Benefit from Bariatric Surgery

Posted: Jan 03 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

In 1991, the National Institutes of Health established guidelines for bariatric surgery that require a candidate to have a BMI of greater than 35, accompanied by significant medical comorbidities, or a BMI greater than 40 with no associated medical conditions. However, recent studies suggest that these criteria may exclude patients who could benefit from bariatric surgery.

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What Is The Body Mass Index?

Posted: Dec 01 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

Body Mass Index, or BMI, is one of several possible ways to establish ideal weight and determine if the risk for health complications due to obesity. In addition to Body Mass Index, you may use waist to hip ratio or body fat percentage to establish parameters for your ideal weight.

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What is Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence

Posted: Jun 22 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery wants you to know whether they think the surgical center or hospital you use for your bariatric surgery is safe, effective and efficient. Thus, they developed the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence rating.

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Low Sex Drive Reversed by Weight Loss Surgery?

Posted: Jun 18 in Weight Loss Blog by admin

A new study to be released in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism shows the more overweight a man is, the higher the overall chances that he has hormonal changes that will negatively impact his sex life.

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