An epigastric hernia is a soft bulge between the breastbone and belly button caused by a small defect in the linea alba. This 2026 guide covers symptoms, causes, statistics, treatment options, surgical recovery, cost, and how to choose a board-certified surgeon.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Babak Moeinolmolki, board-certified bariatric surgeon, Healthy Life Bariatrics, Los Angeles. Last updated 2026-06-13.“What does recovery actually look like, day by day?” is the question we get more than any other in consultation. This guide walks through the first 90 days after gastric sleeve or gastric bypass surgery — what you can expect to feel, eat, do, […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Babak Moeinolmolki, board-certified bariatric surgeon, Healthy Life Bariatrics, Los Angeles. Last updated 2026-06-13.“My BMI is 32 — do I qualify for bariatric surgery, or do I need to wait until I’m 35?” This is one of the most common questions we get. The honest 2026 answer is: the rules changed. The American Society for Metabolic and […]
Medically reviewed by Dr. Babak Moeinolmolki, board-certified bariatric surgeon, Healthy Life Bariatrics, Los Angeles. Last updated 2026-06-13.You started tirzepatide or semaglutide and lost 12% of your body weight in the first 6 months — then the scale stopped. You’re not failing. You’re plateauing. About 1 in 3 GLP-1 patients hit a meaningful weight plateau between months 6 and 18. This […]
About 80% of bariatric surgery patients see meaningful sleep apnea improvement, and 40-50% achieve full remission. Here is the realistic timeline and what predicts incomplete resolution.
360 Weight Loss Care PlanThe 360 Weight Loss Care Plan describes an elite lifetime membership that includes comprehensive medical, surgical, and lifestyle assistance throughout your weight loss journey. Why is this important? The weight loss journey is an intricate process that can pose clients seemingly obstructive challenges. Our 360 Weight Loss Care Plan was developed to provide you with the […]
Discover affordable self pay gastric surgery options. Our guide helps you navigate insurance, choose the right surgeon, and finance your health journey.
Explore the pros and cons of a bariatric weight loss clinic. Understand surgery types, benefits, risks, and life after for smart choices.
The most-asked question in 2026 medical weight-loss consultations isn’t whether GLP-1 medications work. It’s which one to use. The published head-to-head data, the side-effect tradeoffs, the cost and insurance reality, and how Healthy Life Bariatrics maps the medication choice to individual patients.
GLP-1 medications haven’t replaced bariatric surgery — they’ve reshaped which patients benefit most from which approach. A clear-eyed look at when medication is enough, when surgery is the right next step, and the combination approach gaining ground in 2026.
