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Before & after gastric sleeve surgery

The #AskDrA Show

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.

The #Askdra Show | Episode 125 | Binders, Counting Carbs & Diabe

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 124 | Food And Exercise, Juice Cleans

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 123 | Feeling Hungry, Food For Weight

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 122 | Eating Late At Night, Coming Al

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 121 | Habit Of Soda, Ice Cream & Calo

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 120 | Eating Late, Stomach Regrowing

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 119 | The Amount Of Food You Eat, Run

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 118 | Percentage Of Your Stomach, Hia

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 117 | Sleep Patterns, Exercises For A

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From our blog

Latest articles from our blog.
06 March

Is It Safe to Have Gastric Sleeve Surgery If I Have Type 2 Diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes is a serious diagnosis that often inspires patients to make significant changes to their lifestyle and diet. If you are struggling with obesity and diabetes, gastric sleeve surgery can be a beacon of hope. Still, you may be wondering whether it is safe for someone with Type...

26 February

Can Gastric Sleeve Surgery Relieve PCOS?

The reasons behind the decision to undergo vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG or gastric sleeve) are as individual as the patients themselves. But it’s usually some combination of health and appearance (no judgment on the appearance part—we all deserve to look and feel our best!). For some women, however, the driving...

19 February

How Much Weight Can You Lose with Gastric Sleeve?

As a bariatric surgeon, my primary concern is to help my patients lead long, healthy, happy lives. However, I understand that for many of my patients, the first question is how much weight they can expect to lose through gastric sleeve. Looking better and feeling better usually go hand in...

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