Dr. Guillermo Alvarez of Endobariatric answers a question on the minds of many who are considering or have had the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG): Why does the sleeve get swollen? Transcript of VSG Q & A'S: The Swollen Sleeve Hello and welcome to the question of the week. I am Dr.
Will It Hurt? Dr. Guillermo Alvarez of Endobariatric answers a question on the minds of many who are considering weight loss surgery. Most specifically in this case, the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG). Transcript of VSG Q & A'S: Will It Hurt? Hello everyone. I am Dr. Alvarez and this is
Bariatric Foodie writer Nikki Massie defines the period between being a new and long-term post-op as "bariatric adolescence" and says it comes complete with rebellion. How do you stay the course during this tricky post-op developmental stage? Read what she has to say and join the conversation! Bariatric adolescence. I
Disaster preparedness is important no matter where you live. As a new weight loss surgery (WLS) post-op, disaster preparedness requires more planning and preparation. In addition to the basic necessities of a good first aid kit and other supplies, you also need to have a stash of weight loss surgery
What does having bariatric surgery say about you? And what will others think? In her continuing series, "What's your story?" Bariatric Foodie author Nikki Massie sheds light on these tough questions. In my last blog post, I went explained my belief that we each have a story to tell about
How does your state rate in the fight against obesity? Is it in the top ten least or most obese? Or somewhere in between? A new Gallup and Healthways report shows that for the third year in a row, West Virginia comes out on top as the state with the
OH Member Michelle sent a few of her questions in to [email protected] and Doctor Simpson answered! I have several questions that I've so far been unable to get answers to, including in my first "pre-surgery" orientation session (which covered broader topics). Can you please help?-Michelle Michelle: Is it possible to
Post Weight Loss Surgery Parenting The Ins And Outs of Being A Stay At Home Mom Being a stay-at-home mom after weight loss surgery has its pro’s and con’s. It takes a strong-willed person with a lot of determination to successfully adhere to a healthy lifestyle after weight loss surgery,
The decision to have weight loss surgery is a big one! There are many factors that go into your decision. Make sure to do your research on the various weight loss surgery procedures, weigh out the pros/cons as they pertain to your behavior patterns. We encourage you to check out
40-year-old OH Member shrinkingeve had weight loss surgery (WLS) on November 15, 2012. She has been sharing her pre-op and post-op WLS journey in inspiring video blogs in hopes that her progress and honest account of her journey will be helpful to others considering WLS. You can view her first
