The Mermaid Lift The ideal plastic surgery procedure for most female post-bariatric patients would cinch in the waist, allowing for a feminine flare at the hips while flattening the abdomen; lift the pubic area smoothly; leave a natural, youthful “innie” belly button; raise and augment the buttocks; and curve the
Goal Of The Month: Volunteer Your Time! The OH community has been going strong for almost 15 years now. We are surrounded by members who are supportive and inspiring, caring and dedicated, and last but not least...giving. Over the years, many members of the OH community have volunteered their time
Mind Matters: Coping With Change All of us experience change. In fact, change happens regularly for everyone. Some people consider change as a challenge and embrace it by looking forward to what is ahead. Others (like me!) resist change because we are comfortable and secure with things the way they
Ratliff is Now Loving Life! by Lynn Wiesen, Communications Coordinator at United Regional Health Care System OH Magazine “Since I was 13 years old, I have either been trying a new diet or visiting a diet doctor,” says 29-year-old Brittany Ratliff. “And other than my nine months of pregnancy, there
At 689 Pounds, Dominique Lanoise Loses Her Battle With Obesity by Tammy J. Colter, OH Magazine On January 12, 2010, a massive and catastrophic earthquake struck Haiti killing an estimated 316,000 people. Dominique Lanoise was one of the lucky survivor's but she was trapped amongst the earthquake debris in a
What Is Your Belly Fat IQ? What Is Your Belly Fat IQ? How much do you really know about what causes belly fat and what you can do to fight it? Take the quiz! 1. True or False: It is a myth that apple cider vinegar can help make belly
Video: Dr. Eric Schlesinger Speaks On Patient Support And OH Eric Schlesinger, MD, FACS talks about the unique needs of WLS patients and how ObesityHelp.com is a resource for reliable information and support. -Feature photo courtesy of deapeajay
Making A Difference: An Interview with Dr. Raymond Taddeucci An OH Magazine Interview Do you ever wonder why your bariatric surgeon chose their profession, or why he or she cares so much about the fight against obesity? Or perhaps you have other questions you would ask? OH Magazine recently had
I can remember the excitement, the butterflies in my tummy at the thought of my Saturday afternoon treat with Grandma. It didn't happen every weekend, more like few and far between, but that made it even more special, and I was always filled with anticipation at the thought. The reasons
WLS After 60: It's Never Too Late! An OH Magazine Article by Suzanne Beaty “It is never too late in life to consider having weight loss surgery (WLS). I was 63 years old when I had weight loss surgery. I never had a weight problem until after having two children.
