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bariatric surgery and support

The Strong Connection Between Bariatric Surgery and Support

June 30, 2017 · 0 comments

I regularly remind my patients that weight loss surgery is a tool, an important tool, but only one piece of many changes needed to affect true and sustainable weight loss. Bariatric surgery and support from your surgeon and team is what makes your surgery even more effective.  For men and

Test Your Allergy IQ

March 28, 2013 · 0 comments

According to allergist Clifford Basset, MD, this spring is going to be one of the worst allergy seasons to date. So be prepared allergy sufferers! How much do you know about allergies? Test your allergy IQ with this quiz. True or False? True or False: People with weed allergies are

WLS For Mom And Two Daughters

January 8, 2013 · 0 comments

All In The Family WLS For Mom And Two Daughters When asked if obesity ran in her family, Jayne Slvia responded, “No, I was the pioneer.” At 348 pounds, it was a passage in a book that opened her eyes, prompting her to research weight loss surgery and make that

Obesity Advocates: Thank You For Your Support!

November 19, 2012 · 0 comments

We would like to say thank you to the Bariatric and Plastic Surgery Professionals who are currently sponsoring our ObesityHelp community and advocacy outreach missions. Each month, we will feature a few of our sponsors. Please join us in thanking the following professionals for their commitment to supporting the fight