GERD After Bariatric Surgery: What to Expect
GERD After Gastric Bypass Surgery: What to Expect Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common complication of being overweight. The risk factors for developing GERD can be hereditary, anatomical, or lifestyle-related, with weight being a significant contributor. There’s a two-fold increase in the risk of developing GERD for those who are overweight. GERD often results […]
Repairing a Hiatal Hernia During Bariatric Surgery
Repairing a Hiatal Hernia During Bariatric Surgery Do you have heartburn, indigestion, or other symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? If you do, it could be caused by a hiatal hernia that may need to be repaired through surgery. Many patients who are overweight or obese also have what is called a hiatal hernia. If […]
Bariatric Surgery for Diabetes
Can Bariatric Surgery Treat or Cure Diabetes? Now considered a global pandemic, type 2 diabetes (T2D) rates have tripled over the last 20 years. Over 10% of the US population has been diagnosed with diabetes, and another 97.6 million people in the US have prediabetes, a condition that will likely develop into full-blown diabetes. One […]
Ontario’s OHIP and Bariatric Surgery: What You Need to Know
Is Bariatric Surgery Covered by OHIP? In Canada, obesity has steadily risen over the last 20 years, and a permanent weight loss solution is needed now more than ever before. For many patients, the cost and wait times associated with bariatric surgery in Canada can be a deterrent to receiving the lifesaving procedure. Some parts […]
Canada is Becoming Progressively More Obese. Can Drugs Like Ozempic Help to Reverse This Trend?
Canada is Becoming Progressively More Obese. Can Drugs Like Ozempic Help to Reverse This Trend? Nobody would have guessed that a medication designed to decrease hemoglobin A1C (an indicator of blood sugar control in diabetics) would take the world by storm in 2020 as the most popular weight loss drug, but that’s what happened. You’ve […]
The Perfect Post-Weight Loss Surgery Diet
The Perfect Post-Weight Loss Surgery Diet Are you starting to plan for life after bariatric surgery? If so, you’re probably excited, maybe even nervous about all the changes coming your way. The preparation and post-surgical steps you take are just as important as the surgery itself. Sticking with a healthy post-bariatric surgery diet and exercise […]
The Side Effects and Risks of Bariatric Surgery, According to a Weight Loss Surgeon
The Side Effects and Risks of Bariatric Surgery, According to a Weight Loss Surgeon Facing the choice of bariatric surgery is a big decision — there are many factors to consider, including the risks and side effects associated with the procedure. It’s common for surgeries to come with risks, but these should not discourage people […]
Does Bariatric Surgery Leave Scars?
Does Bariatric Surgery Leave Scars? — Ask a Bariatric Surgeon Getting a life-changing procedure like bariatric surgery can be stressful, especially if you’re worried about scarring. People who struggle with weight issues often also worry about how they look, and having a scar might make them feel more uncomfortable. The good news is that you […]
What is the Safest Form of Weight Loss Surgery?
What is the Safest Form of Weight Loss Surgery? If you’ve been searching for weight loss solutions, you may have asked yourself, “Is weight loss surgery safe?” The truth is weight loss surgery is one of the safest elective procedures you can choose. Choosing the right surgeon, the right facility, and the right care team […]
Gastric Bypass vs Gastric Sleeve: What’s the Difference?
Gastric Bypass vs Gastric Sleeve: What’s the Difference? Mexico is an increasingly popular destination for medical tourism, especially with gastric sleeve and gastric bypass surgery. Advances in healthcare have afforded patients searching for weight loss solutions multiple choices for bariatric procedures. Two of the most popular and successful procedures are the gastric sleeve and gastric […]