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If you’re unhappy with your weight because it’s causing health problems or keeping you from living your life fully, you may wonder if weight-loss surgery could be an option for you. Weight-loss surgery – which is also known as bariatric surgery – is not for everyone, but it may be an effective way to help […]
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Obesity is often thought to be just a weight-related condition. More studies, however, have found that it affects many other organs in the body and can be a threat to overall health and wellness. Weight loss surgery, also called bariatric surgery, is a popular treatment method for obesity. There are several myths and misconceptions about […]
Weight loss surgery requires a commitment to lifestyle changes, including what you eat and how often you exercise. We help you set the groundwork, so you’re mentally and physically prepared for life after bariatric surgery. The entire process, from consultation to surgery, generally takes about six months to complete. It often depends on you and […]
Kids and teens are already struggling to learn outside the classroom during the pandemic, but lockdowns and quarantines are also making it hard for them to control their weight, child health experts say. Lost routines, economic insecurity and grief are making things more challenging for children who struggle with their weight, whether it’s with obesity or anorexia, […]
Types of Weight Loss Surgeries Existing surgeries help with weight loss in different ways. Restrictive surgeries work by shrinking the size of the stomach and slowing down digestion. A normal stomach can hold about 3 pints of food. After surgery, the stomach may at first hold as little as an ounce, although later that could stretch to 2 or 3 […]
Weight-loss surgery changes the shape and function of your digestive system. This surgery may help you lose weight and manage medical conditions related to obesity. These conditions include diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, and risk factors for heart disease and stroke. Weight-loss surgery is also known as bariatric surgery. There are various surgical procedures, but all […]
Looking for more information on the duodenal switch surgery? Do you live in around League City? We can help! What is Duodenal Switch? The duodenal switch procedure, gastric reduction duodenal switch, is a weight loss surgery procedure that is composed of a restrictive and a malabsorptive aspect. The restrictive portion of the surgery involves removing approximately 70% […]
Dr. Obos Ekhaese is a well-experienced general surgeon who specializes in Bariatric, Complex Hernia repair, Reflux, Robotic, Endoscopic, Revision Bariatric, and Global Surgery.
What’s With the Weight Gain? If you started taking in more calories than usual or cutting back on exercise, you wouldn’t be surprised if the numbers on the scale crept higher. But what if you’re doing everything the same as you always do, and your weight still goes up? It’s time to delve a little […]
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