Will I Have to Go On a Diet Before Weight Loss Surgery?
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After making the decision to undergo weight loss surgery, your first step will be preparing your body for the procedure. ...
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Bariatric Surgery Pros & Cons
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Many individuals struggling with severe obesity have found bariatric surgery to be highly effective for losing weight, keeping if off, ...
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Gastric Sleeve vs. Gastric Bypass: Alexandria Bariatric Surgeon Explains the Differences
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Dr. James Parrish in Alexandria, Louisiana discusses the distinctions and benefits of two highly popular weight loss surgery options and ...
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Medical Tourism and Bariatric Surgery: Why It’s Better to Stay Close to Home
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It’s tempting to want to save money on the full cost of bariatric surgery by crossing the border for the ...
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How Much Does Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery Cost?
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Considered one of the most effective, and the most commonly performed, weight loss surgeries, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass offers patients struggling ...
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Dr. Parrish Discusses Bariatric Surgery Options on Good Day CenLA
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Dr. James Parrish, our extensively trained bariatric surgeon, believes public outreach is an essential component of helping patients achieve healthier ...
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Can Bariatric Surgery Reverse Type-2 Diabetes?
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As the leading form of diabetes, type-2 diabetes affects approximately 29 million Americans and can lead to serious health concerns—even ...
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Can I Convert the LAP-BAND® System to a Gastric Bypass or Sleeve?
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Patients who have had the LAP-BAND® System treatment may be interested to know that this procedure can be converted to ...
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Gastric Bypass and Diabetes – Alexandria Bariatric Surgeon On How the Procedure can Potentially Eliminate the Disease
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Dr. James Parrish of Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists is spreading awareness of procedures such as gastric bypass surgery that have ...
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