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Articles about weight loss surgery

WLS, App

Bariatric Apps

Mobile bariatric apps are useful tools that can help patients reach their health and weight loss goals. Using apps can improve patient’s track their food intake, track progress, find recipes and exercise plans as well as receive support from fellow bariatric patients.
Danijela Pandza, MSN, ANP-BC
Danijela Pandza, MSN, ANP-BC
3 min read
WLS, Pain

Pain After Bariatric Surgery

Pain after bariatric surgery can be normal and is expected. Pain can be a sign that your body is healing. On the contrary, it can also be a sign that something is not well within your body. Learn about what to expect when it comes to pain after bariatric surgery.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
7 min read
WLS, Recovery Time

Bariatric Surgery Recovery Time

One of the biggest questions patients have is bariatric surgery recovery time. While many may wish to speed up the recovery time for weight loss surgery, it is crucial to give your body ample time to heal and adjust to your modified digestive system.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
7 min read
WLS, Plate

How A Bariatric Plate Can Help You Stay On Track After Weight Loss Surgery

Bariatric surgery is an effective and increasingly popular weight loss option for obese patients. For those who struggle with portion control after surgery, the bariatric plate is a great tool to try.
Breanna Woods, MS, RDN
Breanna Woods, MS, RDN
5 min read
WLS, Books

10 Best Bariatric Surgery Books

If you have had bariatric surgery, consider adding these 10 best bariatric surgery books to your reading list. The list includes books on weight loss surgery written by doctors, nutritionists, mental health professionals, and patients.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
7 min read
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.
Eun Jung Park, MS, RD
Eun Jung Park, MS, RD
5 min read
WLS, Diabetes

The Relationship Between Bariatric Surgery and Diabetes: Is Surgery The Cure?

Type 2 diabetes is a leading cause of disease and death. Since diabetes develops in overweight individuals, the most successful treatment options for diabetes involve weight loss. Although the relationship between bariatric surgery and diabetes is still being understood.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
WLS, Excess Skin

How To Get Rid of Loose Skin After Weight Loss Without Surgery

You underwent bariatric surgery in order to lose excess weight and you are reaching your weight loss goals but now you have excess skin hanging off your new figure. As another surgery may be unappealing at best, there are ways to remove loose skin after weight loss without surgery.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
WLS, Dumping

Bariatric Dumping Syndrome: What You Need To Know

Although bariatric dumping syndrome is a condition that affects many people after undergoing bariatric surgery, it can be preventable and treatable. Learn the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for bariatric dumping.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
WLS, PCOS

PCOS and Weight Loss Surgery: Could It Be the Solution?

PCOS is a hormone disorder that affects women of reproductive age. It is a concerning diagnosis because it can cause a host of unpleasant symptoms. One of the main treatment strategies is weight loss. This article will review PCOS and weight loss and why weight loss surgery is sometimes considered.
Michael Fornaris, RD, CDE
Michael Fornaris, RD, CDE
4 min read
WLS, Revision

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.
Eun Jung Park, MS, RD
Eun Jung Park, MS, RD
5 min read
WLS, Hair Loss

Hair Loss after Bariatric Surgery Is Reversible

Bariatric surgical procedures have been proven to be an effective method for achieving long term weight. In addition to weight loss, patients can experience bariatric hair loss after having their surgical procedure. Fortunately, hair loss is temporary.
Danijela Pandza, MSN, ANP-BC
Danijela Pandza, MSN, ANP-BC
4 min read
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