Eun Jung Park, MS, RD

Eun Jung Park is a registered dietitian with over 10 years experience working in various clinical settings. She graduated from New York University with an Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics.

Lap Band Pain: Gastric Band Surgery and its Downfalls

Although many have successfully lost weight with the gastric band, patients need to make dietary and lifestyle changes to maximize potential weight loss and avoid severe complications after surgery.

Plastic Surgery, WLS

Plastic Surgery After Bariatric Surgery

Extreme weight loss from bariatric surgery can prompt positive changes to a patient’s health. At the same time, patients can experience sagging or hanging skin from one or multiple areas of the body as a result from bariatric surgery. Plastic surgery could be the answer.

Do I Need Revisional Weight Loss Surgery?

A growing number of weight loss surgery patients are considering revisions due to relapse years after. The primary reason is due to inadequate weight loss, and even weight regain. Numerous factors can impact the patient’s weight progress and can cause a reason for revision weight loss surgery.

Gastric Sleeve, Diet, Cheating

Gastric Sleeve Diet Cheating — Don't Do It!

Committing to bariatric surgery can be challenging yet exciting for those who are struggling with obesity and weight-related issues. Patients who go through an assessment will learn that although tempting, gastric sleeve diet cheating should be avoided.

Gastric Bypass, NSAIDs

Is It Safe To Use NSAIDs After Gastric Bypass Surgery?

There is often confusion around the subject of Gastric Bypass Surgery and NSAID usage, so just what is the correct and safest approach?

Pre-Op Diet, WLS

Liver Shrinking Diet: What You Need To Know Before Bariatric Surgery

The time between the first consultation with the surgeon and surgery day should be used to help prepare the body and mind with the vast changes that will occur post-surgery. This includes the concept of a “liver shrinking diet” before surgery.

Gastric Sleeve, Alcohol

Gastric Sleeve and Alcohol: Can I drink?

Although there is not a definitive rule saying “you cannot have alcohol after bariatric surgery,” we need to understand how the body used to react to alcohol prior to surgery and re-assess how we should drink post-surgery.

Gastric Bypass, Dumping

Gastric Bypass Dumping: Symptoms, Signs, and Treatments

Gastric bypass dumping syndrome is an unfortunately common experience for many. It comes with a long list of symptoms that include diarrhea and nausea. Fortunately, it is preventable and manageable as you settle into life after surgery.