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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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Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
2222 Morgan Ave.
Corpus Christi,
TX
78405
Call: 888-347-6193
If you struggle with obesity everyday you know that there is no fast or easy way to lose weight. In a world filled with fast and unhealthy foods, it's even tougher to balance proper nutrition, diet and exercise without proper guidance. For many who couldn't lose the needed weight on their own, bariatric surgery has given them the boost to attain a healthier and happier life. If you're in the Corpus Christi, Texas area, Dr. Nilesh A. Patel and the Texas Bariatric Specialists are there to assist you with safe, effective and affordable bariatric surgery.
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Dr. Hazem Elariny
ALAGSA
2235 Cedar Lane 3FL
Vienna,
VA
22182
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You don’t have to live with morbid obesity. It’s time you tried bariatric surgery and got your life back on track. Board certified Dr. Hazem Elariny is a bariatric surgeon based in Maryland, Virginia. He is known for having pioneered the Sleeve Gastrectomy Procedure as a primary procedure for morbid obesity. Dr. Elariny provides the widest range of the most technically advanced laparoscopic procedures at his ALAGSA.
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Dr. Robert McKeen, MD
South Bay Bariatrics
2505 Samaritan Drive, Suite 600
San Jose,
CA
95124
Call: (888) 566-9369
Sometimes dieting and exercising does not help fight obesity. If you've tried diets and exercises to no avail, do not worry--bariatric surgery is right for you. Dr. Robert McKeen MD is located at South Bay Bariatrics in California and has performed over 4000 surgeries and has over 10 years of experience in 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
Obesity is a condition that afflicts millions around the country. For many who are severely overweight, diet and exercise are unable to help them lose the necessary pounds. Thousands in that situation have turned to Bariatric Surgery as a way to help them regain their fitness and get rid of obesity. The Texas Bariatric Specialists are leading that charge right along side people ready to attain and healthier and happier life. If you're in the Cedar Park, Texas area the team of certified experts and Texas Bariatric Specialists are ready to help you too.
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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
Are you struggling to lose weight? Is your body not susceptible to standard diet and exercise routines? You are not alone; tens of thousands each year choose LAP BAND Surgery to help them take charge of their weight loss once are for all. Lap Band Center of Houston specializes in offering Affordable LAP BAND Surgery for people in the Houston, Texas area.
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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
The decision to have a gastric bypass or other weight loss surgery is a serious one, often one that can. In Westchester, New York, the Obesity Surgeons at Lawrence Hospital Center for Advanced Surgery have the expertise and vision to reshape your body to a healthier state. They offer an array of obesity surgeries designed to better your life.
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Center for Advanced Surgery | Colorectal, Gastrointestinal and Endoc
Lawrence Hospital Center | Center for Advanced Surgery
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 302-0762
Do you require the removal of the gallbladder? Finding the right surgeon for the job can be a difficult task. As an experienced group of board certified surgeons, the team at Lawrence Hospital uses the latest minimally-invasive surgical techniques to help those in the suffering in the Bronxville, Westchester County, New York area.
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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
Is the price of weight loss surgery threatening to empty your pockets faster than your stomach? Treatment from the Lap Band Surgery Center is designed to make your belt smaller not your wallet. Lap Band Surgery is one of the simplest, safest and most responsive weight loss procedures today. The patient is able to adjust the band, giving them complete control over their weight.
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Dr. Robert McKeen, MD
South Bay Bariatrics
2505 Samaritan Drive, Suite 600
San Jose,
CA
95124
Call: (888) 566-9369
Do you need effective and safe bariatric surgery? You need the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery performed by Dr. Robert McKeen at South Bay Bariatrics in San Jose, California today. Dr. McKeen offers a the safe yet effective Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery for your morbid obesity.
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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
Obesity and morbid obesity are serious conditions that, if left untreated, can cause life-threatening problems. If you live in Yonkers or the surrounding area, turn to the Lawrence Hospital Center for Advanced Surgery for dedicated professionals with years of experience in bariatric surgery and medicine.
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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
Manhattan,
NY
10032
Call: 888-857-1803
There are many individuals who are obese due to their genetic make-up or other conditions that make it quite difficult to control. That is why weight-loss surgery has become such an effective alternative to standard measures, such as constant exercise and diet, making the weight loss process much easier for obese individuals. However, it is essential to find a weight loss surgeon with both the extensive background and qualifications that can handle each bariatric procedure with great care, ensuring that treatment is as safe as it is effective. The place to find such a qualified candidate is the Center for Obesity Surgery at Columbia Medical Center in Manhattan, where patients are under the care of team of well-trained surgeons who are determined to successfully aid their clients in their battle against obesity.
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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
If you have tried diet and exercise programs and have been continuously unsuccessful at eliminating dangerous weight, Obesity Surgery may be the answer to help you down a path to a healthier life. In New York City, Dr. Elliot Goodman is the professional with great experience and education in the field of weight loss surgery. He is affiliated with the Beth Israel Center and employs a caring team who will be sensitive to your needs every step of the way throughout your procedure.
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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) 834-9775
Four to five years. That's how long many Canadians in places like Barrie, Ontario have been waiting for gastric bypass surgery. But Elliot R. Goodman, MD at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City can help you in as few as three to four months.
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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
Manhattan,
NY
10032
Call: 888-857-1803
Have you been thinking about LAP-BAND to lose weight? Have diet and exercise failed for you to shed the pounds? If so, you should know that LAP-BAND surgery is a very common practice for weight loss surgery in Europe and Australia. At the Center for Obesity Surgery at Columbia Medical Center in NYC, the team can offer you LAP-BAND surgery if you decide that it is right for you.
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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
Your weight, if left unchecked, can take its toll on your health over time. The potential for medical difficulties is very real, and taking proactive steps to assure a healthier future is a wise choice. A lap band procedure is an example of the surgeries available to help people reclaim the health that obesity can take away. At the Lap Band Center of Houston in Texas, you can find the solution to your weight loss problem.
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Outpatient Services | Laboratory & Pathology Services
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 281-4612
Do you need pathology testing services in the Bronxville, NY area? The staff at Lawrence Hospital Center provide you with quality care, while giving a fast and accurate diagnosis. They have been providing diagnostic services for over 90 years, making them the most trusted provider in the area. The center performs over 600,000 tests annually, bringing the experience and knowledge necessary for proper diagnosis. Get the pathology testing you need at Lawrence Hospital Center.
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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
The decision to do something about your Obesity is a big step to take. Weight Loss Surgery is dangerous, but by calling the Center for Obesity at Columbia University in NYC, you will be making a great choice about who will administer your weight loss surgery.
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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
Over 50% of Americans report the desire to loose weight, so if you're battling obesity, you're certainly not alone. But for those who face morbid obesity, you may find diet and exercise alone aren't enough to treat it. Fortunately, there is help available. Increasingly, bariatric surgery is being used as a tool in the fight against morbid obesity. At the Center for Obesity Surgery at New York Presbyterian Hospital/ Columbia Medical Center in New York City they offer bariatric surgery.
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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
Dr. Elliot Goodman | Beth Isreal Medical Center Manhattan, NYC
Bariatric surgery, a form of obesity surgery, has become a major weapon in the fight against morbid obesity. Bariatric surgery specialist, Dr. Elliot Goodman is an Assistant Professor of Surgery Albert Einstein College of Medicine and a Board Certified general surgeon. Dr. Goodman and his staff treat each patient as an individual and design a treatment regimen that reflects the individuality of the patient.
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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
NYC,
NY
10032
Call: 888-857-1803
Your health is in your hands. Deciding to have obesity surgery is a pretty significant decision, and choosing the right weight loss surgery center and surgeon is just as important. You should look for a Center that has: qualified and skilled surgeons, a dedicated staff that's committed to long term weight management, and overall, a group of people who will treat you with the respect and dignity you deserve as a patient.
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