Kaelyn Johnson, MPH, RD

Kaelyn Johnson is a Registered Dietitian who earned her Master of Public Health degree from Loma Linda University. She has worked in both a skilled nursing facility and an outpatient dialysis center.

Gastric Bypass, Vitamin Deficiences

Gastric Bypass Vitamin Deficiencies

Vitamin deficiency after gastric bypass is a genuine possibility due to the nature of the procedure. Multiple vitamin deficiencies can occur due to the removal of the small intestine during gastric bypass surgery.

Lap Band, Liquid Diet

Lap Band Liquid Diet

The purpose of bariatric surgery is to help an individual achieve life-changing weight loss. But seeing results is not possible without changing the diet. Both the diet before and after surgery is crucial. This is where your lap band liquid diet comes in.

Pros and Cons of Bariatric Surgery

When faced with such a huge decision, you may be asking yourself what are the pros and cons of bariatric surgery? There is, of course, life-changing weight loss. But there are also possible drawbacks.

Ulcers, Gastric Bypass

Ulcers: Risks, symptoms, and treatments

One possible consequence of WLS can be the development of an ulcer. Ulcers do not go away on their own, it is important to seek the help of a medical professional to help address them. They are caused by H. pylori, a bacteria that is found in the mucosal lining of the stomach and intestines.