Hitting a plateau or weight loss “stall” is common for just about everyone engaged in the weight loss process, including people who have undergone bariatric surgery. While it can be justifiably frustrating, it’s probably not a sign your journey is derailed or in jeopardy. You can conquer stalls with the top 11
ObesityHelp.com has been contacted by members of the OH community and individuals that are struggling with obesity about the Full Sense Device. ObesityHelp reached out to Randal Baker, M.D., F.A.C.S., creator of the Full Sense Device, for an interview about the Full Sense Device. For information on what the Full
For many of us, weight regain occurs after we've had weight loss surgery (WLS). Life happens and, sometimes as a result, we return to old habits. The return of old habits such as grazing, eating sugary carbs and processed foods, stopping or decreasing exercise, and others can result in weight
"The initial concept for the Full Sense device came in 2004. I came up with the idea as another way to help people who are struggling with their own obesity. Since then my partners, Drs. Foote, Kemmeter, Walburn, and I have been working hard to take the concept through initial prototypes
Gallup released the 2014 United States obesity rates and for the third year in a row obesity rates have risen. In 2014, 27.7% of U.S. adults were classified as obese, an increase of two percentage points since 2008. It is the highest obesity rate reported in the seven years of
Why are skinny people featured in the media as healthy, sexy, and successful? Why do ad campaigns repeatedly teach us, “New ways to get rid of ugly fat?” Why do most people want to be thin? Back in the day, having a few extra pounds was a sign of wealth.
It is a new year, time to make and break resolutions. What does your new year hold? Weight loss surgery? Maintaining a healthy lifestyle? Plastic surgery? No matter what is in your future, it is time to check your health insurance policy for any annual changes. Even if you have
The insurance process can be frustrating and confusing for many reasons. Insurance polices vary greatly by employer, or even geographical locations. Even taking pro-active measures to get authorization for surgery might not guarantee payment of the claim. Most surgeons' offices have staff that handles insurance authorizations, however, it would be
Hospitals across the country are creating specialized bariatric emergency room treatment areas to better accommodate patients affected by obesity. In addition, to improved care for patients, the specialized areas will also protect staff when lifting and moving patients. The treatment rooms are equipped with larger beds, floor mounted toilets, high
Receiving an insurance denial for weight loss surgery can be upsetting news for many patients. Often patients have invested months into preparation for the chance to have life changing and saving surgery only to receive a big "no". However, a denial does not mean all hope is gone. While the
