The #AskDrA Show is a weekly show where we answer questions sent by our patients and other people interested in the gastric sleeve. If you have a question let us know on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or Youtube using the hashtag #AskDrA.
As a bariatric surgeon, I (Dr. Guillermo Alvarez) understand that the goal of gastric sleeve surgery is not just to help my patient lose weight and look better — it is also to improve his or her overall health. This includes helping the patient to manage blood pressure. Hypertension, the...
The process of undergoing gastric sleeve and rapidly losing a significant amount of weight causes a range of physical and psychological changes. Some of these changes are easy to anticipate (e.g., a slimmer-looking body, improved general health). Other changes are less predictable and may cause some patients to be concerned....
When you are trying to stick to a healthy diet and exercise routine after gastric sleeve, adjusting the time of your workouts may be useful. Early morning is a great time to focus on physical fitness. Getting your workout done first thing in the morning means there is less of...
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