Bariatric or weight-loss surgeries are becoming increasingly popular as the obesity epidemic flourishes worldwide. Using time-tested procedures such as gastric sleeve surgery and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, patients with elevated BMIs can achieve a slimmer frame and improved health. However, for post-bariatric body contouring, there is a 360 Care Plan as well. Weight loss with bariatric surgery comes on fast, and […]
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A big question people suffering from obesity want to know is: When is the best time to have gastric sleeve surgery? Are you supposed to wait until you reach a certain number on the BMI scale? Is it necessary to suffer from one or more comorbidities? Or is there an insurance stipulation you should be looking for so that your […]
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Have you ever tried to determine how much you are overweight? If so, you probably found yourself using the Body Mass Index scale, otherwise known as the BMI scale. BMI is used by doctors to determine the compositional makeup of your body. More specifically, medical professionals can use the measuring system to estimate how much of your body weight is […]
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you among the 42% of U.S. adults classified as obese? If so, you might have considered bariatric surgery. Over 220,000 people undergo weight loss surgery each year, which involves a procedure aimed at helping you lose excess weight quickly and safely. The surgeries themselves are minimally invasive and come with names you may already know. Gastric sleeve surgery and gastric bypass surgery are two […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Understanding Weight Loss Cost Disclaimer: 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 […]
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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 […]
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For a healthy lifestyle, you can prefer a quick treatment of weight loss surgery because obesity goes hand-in-hand with a host of chronic ailments called comorbidities by doctors. Examples of obesity comorbidities include type 2 diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), sleep apnea, and heart disease, among others. In a similar manner, weight loss surgery is quite helpful to reduce joint […]
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Around 40% of all U.S. adults are classified as obese. Nearly half of all adults are predicted to be obese by 2030. With the obesity pandemic worsening, the treatment of weight loss surgery is highly-practiced. However, doctors and scientists continue to stress that being overweight can be a severe health burden. The good news is that treatment is available. The […]
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