When I ask my patients what delayed their presentation to my office to discuss effective weight loss options, which may not always be surgical. One of the most common reasons is that people delay their presentation due to societal pressures and the guilt of taking the Easy Way Out! Harmful Prejudice
Patients undergoing weight loss surgery are usually on one or more medications, and the medication absorption after WLS may change. There are several factors that will affect the absorption of your medications after weight loss surgery. The two main determinants of absorption depend on the medication and the procedure you
A very common question asked by metabolic surgery patients is how to lose weight regain after weight loss surgery. Before we tackle this complex issue, let’s visit a few principles about weight loss, weight gain, and general weight management. Weight management is a complicated and complex issue; it’s influenced by
"How do I know if I have an enlarged pouch?" is a common question for patients who underwent a Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass. Let’s quickly review the anatomy of a patient after Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass. The stomach is transected to create a small pouch, which is the size of a large
