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- – Duodenal Switch
- – Gastric Bypass
- – Lap Band
- – Laproscopic Procedures
- – Post Surgical Care/ Support
- – Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
- – Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy
- – Weight Loss Surgery
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Signs of a Good Bariatric Surgery Candidate
If you're obese and have tried every diet imaginable, sticking to it faithfully, and still can't lose the excess poundage, you might be a candidate for weight-loss surgery.
But bariatric surgeons don't choose just anyone. To qualify, a prospective patient must satisfy certain criteria. First, a person's body mass index, or BMI, must be at least 40 - or he or she must weigh at least 100 pounds more than his or her ideal weight. (Read more about Signs of a Good Bariatric Surgery Candidate)
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Researchers Control "Hunger Hormone"
Investigators may have found a novel route to weight loss by controlling the hormone that produces appetite.
The hormone, ghrelin, is produced by the fundus, or upper part of the stomach. Since ghrelin requires a rich supply of blood to be created, the scientists shut down the blood supply to that area of the stomach by chemically blocking the main artery there. (Read more about Researchers Control "Hunger Hormone")
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Chocolate Milkshakes Shed Insight on Obesity
The journal "Science" reports on the impact of chocolate milkshakes on obese people versus non-obese people.
The Oct. 17 issue of the journal "Science" reports on the impact of chocolate milkshakes on obese people versus non-obese people. Chocolate milkshakes in particular were studied because: "There are very few things that excite the brain as much as chocolate." So says researchers at the Oregon Research Institute and the University of Oregon, where the study was conducted. (Read more about Chocolate Milkshakes Shed Insight on Obesity)
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Know if you are at Risk for Heart Disease
Want to know whether you're at risk for heart disease? Pull out a tape measure. A recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology suggests that body mass index (BMI) alone may not be reliably linked to cardiovascular disease risk. Researchers say the best indicator for health and heart disease risk is the waist to hip ratio, which means if you're a apple shaped person and tend to carry weight around the middle you may need to cut back inches, even if your BMI is in the healthy range. (Read more about Know if you are at Risk for Heart Disease)
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Beth Israel Medical Center - Dr. Elliot Goodman a Bariartic Surgeon
Video interview Dr. Elliot Goodman who discusses bariatric surgery, procedure options, risk factors, important things for patients to know, and frequently asked questions. (Read more about Beth Israel Medical Center - Dr. Elliot Goodman a Bariartic Surgeon)
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Link Found Between High Fructose Corn Syrup and Diabetes
A study conducted by researchers at Rutgers University found that soft drinks containing high fructose corn syrup had high levels of reactive compounds that have been shown by other studies to potentially trigger diabetes. High fructose corn syrup is the primary sweetener found in numerous foods and beverages such as non-diet soda, baked foods, and condiments. Many food manufacturers prefer the syrup because it is economical, sweeter and easy to blend into beverages.
Head researcher, Chi-Tang Ho, conducted chemical tests among 11 carbonated drinks containing high fructose corn syrup. He found high levels of reactive carbonyls that are believed to cause tissue damage through unbound fructose and glucose molecules. By comparison, table sugar does not have reactive carbonyls because its chemical compounds are bound and stable. (Read more about Link Found Between High Fructose Corn Syrup and Diabetes)
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Bariatric Surgery Found to Lower Risk of Death
Obesity is on the rise, and so are associated health risks like diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, and sleep apnea. Although once believed to be a risky and rare procedure, bariatric surgery is becoming a prevalent option for people who suffer from morbid obesity. Over 175,000 patients underwent bariatric surgery last year and the number is expected to grow this year. Although there are risks in undergoing these procedures, the surgery death rate has fallen over the years as the technique becomes more sophisticated and less invasive. (Read more about Bariatric Surgery Found to Lower Risk of Death)
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Waist To Hip Ratio Is the Best Indicator for Heart Disease Risk
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology suggests that body mass index (BMI) alone may not be reliably linked to cardiovascular disease risk. Researchers say the best indicator for health and heart disease risk is the waist to hip ratio. Adding inches to the waistline can greatly increase a person's risk for heart disease, even if their BMI is in the healthy range. (Read more about Waist To Hip Ratio Is the Best Indicator for Heart Disease Risk)
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Obesity May Be Contagious
According to a study in the New England Journal of Medicine, if someone in a social network becomes obese, those closely connected to them have a greater propensity for becoming obese as well. The strongest demonstration of this effect occurs among friends, not within a family or among those sharing a household. There was no apparent consideration of groups of otherwise strangers who come together in organized settings for the purpose of weight loss. With some diet programs, social support has been shown to be beneficial. (Read more about Obesity May Be Contagious)
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Obesity Rates Expected to Soar in the US
Obesity is still on the rise. A new study released by the John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health finds that by 2015, 75% of adults will be overweight, 41% will be obese. The study was a meta-analysis (comprehensive overview) of 20 different journal papers, reports, online data sets, and 4 different national surveys from 1960-2004. The study found that the obesity rate between those years had risen from 13% to 32%.
The lead author of the study, Youfa Wang MD, PhD called obesity a public health crisis, and said, "The obesity rate in the United States has increased at an alarming rate over the past three decades. We set out to estimate the average annual increase in prevalence as well as the variation between population groups to predict the future situation regarding obesity and overweight among U.S. adults and children." (Read more about Obesity Rates Expected to Soar in the US)
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Lap Band Center of Houston
Lap Band Center of Houston
2525 W Bellfort St. #120
Houston,
TX
77054
Call: 888-697-4627
If you have been overweight for a long time, you know how it can affect your health. High blood pressure, lack of energy, and difficulty sleeping are just a few of the problems that come with obesity and being overweight. Heart disease and diabetes are where it starts to get more dangerous. Long term obesity can cause the deterioration of a person's health, and steps must be taken to prevent or change any ill effects. Surgery like the LAP-BAND, when performed by experts like those at Lap Band Center of Houston, can help restore your health and reduce your weight to a more manageable level, perhaps even adding years on to your life.
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Dr. Elliot Goodman
Beth Israel Medical Center
Beth Israel Medical Center 6th Floor 1st Ave & 16th St
New York City,
NY
10003
Call: (888) 834-9775
If you are a resident of Hamilton, Ontario and fear that the complications of obesity will take their toll on your health. While this service might be offered in your city, it usually involves getting on a waiting list, which means waiting a long time before it is your turn to get well. If combating morbid obesity is really important to you, then it should be your priority to take the next step: finding the place that can treat you soon. At Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City, Dr. Elliot Goodman is the surgeon and has performed many bariatric surgeries to save lives.
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Columbia University Medical Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
New York City,
NY
10032
Call: 888-857-1803
If you are considering Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass surgery, the first step is to educate yourself about the surgery and procedure. The Center for Obesity Surgery at Columbia Medical Center in Manhattan holds valuable informational seminars for you to get an overview of your options for obesity surgery, and whether it's right for you.
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Dr. Elliot Goodman
Beth Israel Medical Center
Beth Israel Medical Center 6th Floor 1st Ave & 16th St
NYC,
NY
10003
Call: (888) 351-8607
Is your weight getting in the way of your pursuit of a healthy and active lifestyle? Do you tire quickly and have trouble achieving your desired weight? If so, Dr. Elliot Goodman at Beth Israel Medical Center in NY can offer you the benefit of Bariatric Surgery.
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Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
9701 Brodie Ln.
Austin,
TX
78748
Call: 888-283-0092
When it comes to weight loss surgery, it's less about what you loose and more about what you gain. Many patients have already experienced that come with weight loss surgery: improved health, a greater activity level, the peace of mind. At Texas Bariatric Specialist, Dr. Nilesh Patel, MD is an experienced bariatric surgeon who has already helped over 800 patients through weigh loss surgery.
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Dr. Elliot Goodman
Beth Israel Medical Center
Beth Israel Medical Center 6th Floor 1st Ave & 16th St
New York City,
New York
10003
Call: (888) 351-8607
Reflux disease, in addition to being a potential cause of esophageal cancer and other diseases of the esophagus and throat, is painful and unpredictable. Heartburn and searing pain that seems to be rising in the chest can be definite signs of Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease or GERD. Surgeries are available so that you needn't rely on medication but are generally quite invasive. EsophyX, a new incisionless procedure to prevent pain from acid reflux, is puts all these fears to rest. When performed by Dr. Elliot Goodman, an expert in gastric disorders and bariatric surgery at Beth Israel Medical Center in Manhattan, NYC, GERD from a failed gastroesophageal (GE) valve can be reduced or stopped altogether.
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Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
9701 Brodie Ln.
Austin,
TX
78748
Call: 888-283-0092
Obesity is a cause of many health difficulties, including high blood pressure and diabetes. If you continue to live your life obese then you are setting yourself up for some serious health problems. Turn your life around and begin to live your life to the fullest by receiving obesity treatment in Austin, Texas from Texas Bariatric Specialist.
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Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
9701 Brodie Ln.
Austin,
TX
78748
Call: 888-283-0092
Many who have struggled to lose weight through the traditional means of diet and exercise, have found better health, happiness, and comfort in their bodies through the Gastric Bypass procedure. If you're dealing with the physical and emotional effects of obesity help is a phone call away. Dr. Patel and the team of certified experts at Texas Bariatric Specialists is ready to assist you all the way through the weight loss journey. The gastric bypass procedure and other forms of surgically assisted weight loss can help you lose weight.
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Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
9701 Brodie Ln.
Austin,
TX
78748
Call: 888-283-0092
If you have been significantly overweight for a long period of time, and feel that you will never be able to lose the weight, think again. Doctors at Texas Bariatric Specialists in Austin, Texas provide the means of losing weight through minimally invasive surgery.
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Lap Band Center of Houston
Lap Band Center of Houston
2525 W Bellfort St. #120
Houston,
TX
77054
Call: 888-697-4627
Obesity is a serious problem in the United States and places a growing number of individuals at serious health risks. If you are obese and your body has been unresponsive to dietary and exercise programs, the team at Lap Band Center of Houston specializes in an array of surgical procedures, including LAP BANDs, which can help you work your way back to a healthier and slimmer state. The top priority is always the individual, so you will be sure to receive great personal care every step of the way at Lap Band Center of Houston
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Dr. Robert McKeen, MD
South Bay Bariatrics
2505 Samaritan Drive, Suite 600
San Jose,
CA
95124
Call: (888) 566-9369
Are you struggling with obesity? Are you exhausted from diets and exercise? If you haven't been getting success from many weight loss methods, then a gastric bypass may be right for you. There is a team of surgeons, led by Dr. Robert McKeen, MD a board- certified surgeon at South Bay Bariatrics in California for your gastric bypass procedure.
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Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
9701 Brodie Ln.
Austin,
TX
78748
Call: 888-283-0092
If you have been significantly overweight for a long period of time, and feel that you will never be able to lose the weight, think again. Doctors at Texas Bariatric Specialists in Austin, Texas provide the means of losing weight through minimally invasive laparoscopic lap band surgery.
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The Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery at Lawrence Hospital
Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 855-1548
Losing weight is a battle for many people in the world. Too often, people are unable to lose the weight due to the fast-paced world around them filled with unhealthy foods. Diet and exercise usually do not yield the weight loss results that people seek. Lawrence Hospital Center near Eastchester, Westchester County, New York, can help you achieve weight loss with minimally invasive bariatric surgery.
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The Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery at Lawrence Hospital
Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 855-1548
Are you trying desperately to lose weight and keep a healthy lifestyle? Is your weight threatening your well-being? Have you tried numerous weight loss methods but nothing has worked? If you are concerned about your health, then you should contact the Lawrence Hospital Center for Advanced Surgery if you are considering obesity surgery. Based in Westchester, New York, Bariatric and obesity surgeons want to help patients who are in need of obesity surgery and they are prepared to do so.
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Dr. Robert McKeen, MD
South Bay Bariatrics
2505 Samaritan Drive, Suite 600
San Jose,
CA
95124
Call: (888) 566-9369
The rollercoaster ride of up and down weight with dieting is not only frustrating, it's also detrimental to your health. If you've tried hundreds of diets without long term success, it's time you found a permanent solution for weight loss. Dr. Robert McKeen a qualified Bariatric Surgeon at South Bay Bariatrics located in San Jose, CA can help. South Bay Bariatrics is a well-known establishment that provides safe, effective medical treatment to all of their patients.
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Dr. Hazem Elariny
ALAGSA
2235 Cedar Lane 3 FL.
Vienna,
VA
22182
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Looking at having a laparoscopic gastric bypass? Dr. Hazem Elariny in Maryland, Virginia was the first to perform laparoscopic gastric bypass for morbid obesity in the area. Board certified Dr. Elariny pioneered the Sleeve Gastrectomy Procedure as a primary procedure for obesity.
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Lap Band Center of Houston
Lap Band Center of Houston
2525 W Bellfort St. #120
Houston,
TX
77054
Call: 888-898-0164
Modern technology has made surgical care less invasive and less taxing on the body by shrinking the size of instruments used during surgery and using tiny cameras to view inside the body. Laparoscopy is one type of surgery that makes use of these new techniques and is very effectively used in weight loss procedures. If you are considering weight loss surgery to better your quality of life, make the right choice for care. At the Lap Band Center of Houston in South Houston, Texas, the surgical team is composed of laparoscopic experts who help the obese and overweight reclaim their lives and health.
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Outpatient Services | Laboratory & Pathology Services
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 281-4612
Are you or your loved ones unsure about a genetic disease or disposition? Or are you in need of some routine diagnostic laboratory services for your workplace or insurance? The Lawrence Hospital Department of Outpatient Services offers comprehensive medical testing services to the Westchester County, New York community. Don't waste any time being unsure about your medical condition, using the latest imagining and diagnostic technology Dr. Jose Maccera, MD can put you on the right track towards treatment and recovery. Contact the Department of Outpatient Services today for more information.
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Dr. Hazem Elariny
ALAGSA
2235 Cedar Lane 3 FL.
Vienna,
VA
22182
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Are you considering revision weight loss surgery in Maryland, Virginia? Dr. Hazem Elariny is a gastric banding specialist and is a pioneer in the field. Board certified Dr. Elariny has performed the largest single-surgeon series of laparoscopic duodenal switch procedures in the world with the lowest known morbidity and mortality rates.
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Dr. Hazem Elariny
ALAGSA
2235 Cedar Lane 3FL
Vienna,
VA
22182
Call:
Is a Roux-en-y Gastric Bypass surgery in your future? Maryland-based board certified Dr. Elariny was the first to perform laparoscopic gastric bypass for morbid obesity in the area. He has performed the largest single-surgeon series of laparoscopic duodenal switch procedures in the world. At ALAGSA (Advanced Laparoscopic and General Surgery Associates) patients can avail of a wide range of the most technically advanced laparoscopic procedures.
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