Bariatric Surgery vs. Weight Loss Medications

With the rise of weight loss injections such as those that contain semaglutide (Wegovy®, Ozempic®), some may ask whether medications ...
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Who Qualifies for Bariatric Surgery?

Overcoming obesity and health conditions associated with obesity (co-morbidities) can be a constant, daily struggle. Those who suffer from excess ...
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Will I Lose My Hair After Bariatric Surgery?

Any amount of hair loss can be alarming. Whether you see it in your hairbrush or it falls out during ...
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How Much Weight Can I Lose with Weight Loss Surgery?

The benefits of bariatric procedures can provide patients numerous health advantages—such as a reduced risk of cardiovascular, liver, and kidney ...
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How Do You Measure Your BMI?

When it comes to assessing a person’s candidacy for weight loss surgery, the term “BMI” is one you will likely ...
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Hiatal Hernia Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), also known as acid reflux, is an extremely common condition affecting at least 20 percent of ...
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What Is Acid Reflux and How Do You Treat It?

Feelings of discomfort right after eating or at night can be a sign that your body’s gastric (stomach) acid is ...
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How Can Weight Loss Surgery Be Minimally Invasive?

With approximately 40 percent of adults in America living with obesity or severe obesity*, the need for safe and effective ...
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New BMI (Body Mass Index) Indications Can Make More Individuals Eligible for Bariatric Surgery

The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic ...
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Will I Have to Go On a Diet Before Weight Loss Surgery?

After making the decision to undergo weight loss surgery, your first step will be preparing your body for the procedure. ...
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