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Bariatric Surgery

Recovery After Weight Loss Surgery: 7 Tips for an Easier Time

By Dr.Babak Moein / October 4, 2021

Understanding Bariatric Surgery RecoveryHaving bariatric surgery can fill you with a mix of emotions. There is a relief that you will finally be able to fight obesity on advantageous terms with weight loss surgery . You’ll feel joy when you envision your slimmer body. And you’ll be hopeful for the future once the weight comes off because you’ll have more […]

Do You Need a Letter of Medical Necessity for Bariatric Surgery?

By Dr.Babak Moein / September 27, 2021

For Bariatric Surgery, A Letter of Medical Necessity (LOMN) is a document that tells health insurance companies that a medical procedure is needed to preserve your life.When that medical procedure is bariatric surgery, health insurers want a LOMN written by your doctor. This letter lets them know you’ve tried every diet and fitness program to lose weight in the past […]

How Can Gastric Bypass Reverse Diabetes?

By Dr.Babak Moein / September 13, 2021

Achieve your weight loss goals contact us for a consultation! Can Gastric Bypass Reverse Diabetes: How It Works and Its BenefitsA question always comes to mind for diabetes patients: Can you reverse type 2 diabetes? Gastric bypass surgery is a bariatric procedure that aims to give you more power to lose weight. Patients often turn to gastric bypass (scientifically referred […]

Can You Drink Alcohol After Bariatric Surgery?

By Dr.Babak Moein / September 6, 2021

Well, for a while, you have to hold on to your habit of drinking alcohol after bariatric surgery.But, how long!Let’s learn about this post-bariatric surgery.Mimosas and bloody Mary’s for brunch on Sundays. Happy hour after work. A beer while watching the game or a glass of wine at dinner. Let’s face it. Alcohol has become a staple of our culture.For […]

Can You Have Lipo After a Bariatric Procedure?

By Dr.Babak Moein / August 30, 2021

Losing a massive amount of weight with the help of bariatric surgery can be life-changing. Many patients who eventually turn to procedures like the gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and non-surgical gastric balloon have tried everything under the sun to lose weight, to no avail. Bariatric surgery helps obese patients defeat obesity to achieve their health goals.85% of bariatric patients have […]

5 Habits to Adopt for Bariatric Surgery Success!

By Dr.Babak Moein / August 16, 2021

Bariatric surgery can be life-changing. With the obesity epidemic on the rise, men and women in every state are desperately seeking ways to bring their BMIs down to healthier levels. Thanks to advancements in bariatric medicine and procedures like the bariatric surgery, gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, the formerly obese are now enjoying slimmer bodies, greater energy, and a renewed […]

Weight Loss Stall After Bariatric Surgery & How to Beat It

By Dr.Babak Moein / August 9, 2021

The scale has come to a complete stop after your bariatric surgery. Now, what are you supposed to do? The whole reason you underwent surgery was to drop the excess weight. But when you still haven’t achieved your weight loss goal, and the scale stops moving, does that mean the surgery failed?Not so fast.While it’s easy to panic when the […]

What Vitamins are Bariatric Patients Required to Take?

By Dr.Babak Moein / August 2, 2021

What Are the Best Vitamins to Take After Bariatric Surgery ? Daily Schedule, Tips, and Deficiency Signs After bariatric surgery, you may be encouraged to take certain vitamins as part of your aftercare treatment plan. Bariatric vitamins are specially formulated supplements and products that are designed to meet the specialized nutritional demands of weight loss surgery patients.You might take bariatric […]

Weight Loss Surgery Cost in Los Angeles: Complete Breakdown & Pricing Guide

By Dr.Babak Moein / July 26, 2021

Understanding Weight Loss CostDisclaimer: The following weight loss surgery cost breakdown is a generalization only. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Moeinolmolki to receive a more accurate quote for a specific bariatric procedure.The cost of weight loss surgery is a topic that gets brought up during every weight loss surgery consultation. That’s understandable, as most people don’t want to commit to bariatric surgery until they […]

Post-Bariatric Body Contouring Surgery in Los Angeles – When is it Safe?

By Dr.Babak Moein / July 12, 2021

Significant weight loss following bariatric surgery can give you a new lease on life. With a slimmer body, more energy, and enthusiasm for healthier living, you might feel compelled to complete your change with a full-body makeover.You’re in luck. Post-bariatric body contouring surgery is a thing, and there’s nothing like it for completing your all-over transformation as a weight loss surgery […]