Gastric Bypass

Articles about gastric bypass surgery

Gastric Bypass, Cost

7 Ways to Decrease the Cost Of Gastric Bypass Surgery

Gastric bypass surgery is expensive. For many, this surgery is cost-prohibitive, meaning that people sometimes do not have the surgery because they cannot afford it. There are, however, several ways to make the surgery more affordable.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
Gastric Bypass, Risks

7 Risks of Gastric Bypass Surgery

Although Gastric Bypass weight loss surgery is highly effective and relatively safe compared with other weight-loss surgeries, there are still Gastric Bypass risks that must be closely monitored to maintain your overall health.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
4 min read
Gastric Bypass, Diet

Gastric Bypass Food

To help promote a healthy weight loss, your bariatric health care team has a rigid and strict diet plan that you must adhere to moving forward after your weight loss surgery.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
Gastric Bypass, Vitamins

Gastric Bypass Vitamins That Everyone Needs After Surgery

People who have bariatric surgery are at risk for nutrient deficiencies, which can have severe health consequences. Therefore, knowing precisely what gastric bypass vitamins you need are an essential step in your recovery and weight loss journey.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
Gastric Bypass, Pro's and Con's

Weighing the Pros and Cons of Gastric Bypass

While a successful weight loss surgery, Gastric Bypass does have some drawbacks like making significant alterations to your digestive tract. As with any surgical procedure, there are pros and cons to having Gastric Bypass.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
5 min read
Gastric Bypass, Vitamin Schedule

Creating a Personalized A Gastric Bypass Vitamin Schedule

Nutritional deficiencies are one of the leading risk factors for people who have gastric bypass surgery. Vitamin deficiencies are one of the most common complications after surgery.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
7 min read
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.
Kaelyn Johnson, MPH, RD
Kaelyn Johnson, MPH, RD
4 min read
Gastric Bypass, Insurance

Gastric Bypass Insurance

Insurance coverage for your Gastric Bypass surgery is a significant consideration and aspect to scheduling your surgery. Most adults cannot afford the expenses that go along with weight loss surgery. Because of this reality, you need to use your insurance to have your necessary weight loss surgery.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
Gastric Bypass, Problems

Gastric Bypass Problems That May Surprise You

Weight loss surgery can help improve your quality of life and increase your longevity. However, before committing to this surgery, it is essential to educate yourself on possible gastric bypass problems.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
Gastric Bypass, Long Term

The Long Term Effects of Gastric Bypass

Although there is a positive track record for gastric bypass surgery in treating severe obesity, there are still many unknown health side effects. Because of the many unknown side effects, the aftermath, short and long term after this surgery remains unclear.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
Gastric Bypass, Stall

7 Ways To Overcome A Weight Loss Stall After Gastric Bypass

Surprisingly, stalls can happen even in people who diligently follow their diet and exercise routine. If you stop losing weight despite your best efforts, try these 7 ways to overcome a weight-loss stall after gastric bypass.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
Heartburn, Gastric Bypass

Why do you treat heartburn after gastric bypass surgery?

Heartburn, or GERD, is also common in overweight people with a higher BMI. Even before your gastric bypass, you may have experienced heartburn. While weight loss surgery may have improved the situation, it's possible that your heartburn symptoms have gotten worse since surgery.
Mark Aquino, RN, BSN, MHA.
Mark Aquino, RN, BSN, MHA.
4 min read
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