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Bariatric Revisions

Second Time Around: Why Bariatric Revisions Are Sometimes Needed

February 19, 2024 · 0 comments

Introduction The overwhelming success and safety of bariatric surgery compared to diets and medication is well known to the medical community. However, a surgical revision of a previous bariatric surgery is sometimes necessary. Around 15% of bariatric patients will proceed with revision, and this number is on the rise due

Before-and After VSG with John

Before and After VSG with John, down 117 pounds!

November 16, 2021 · 0 comments

Why I decided to have WLS Before and After VSG with John: My struggles with weight loss have pretty much been lifelong. Always on a yo-yo. Up a little, down a little. I have tried a multitude of diets over the years, all with limited to no success. I could

Hurdles of Weight Loss

What’s Keeping You from Losing Weight? How to Overcome the Hurdles

August 4, 2021 · 0 comments

How to Overcome the Hurdles of Weight Loss: In the last 20 years, the prevalence of obesity continues to increase among adults in the United States. In 1999-2000, about 30 percent of adults were considered obese, according to data from the CDC. Today, that number tops 42 percent. These increasing