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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 88 | Sense Of Smell, Restarting…

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 87 | Artificial Sweeteners, Feeling..

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 86 | Counseling, Foods That Cause…

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 85 | Hyper-Pigmented Scars…

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 84 | Extended Release Medications

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 83 | Eating With A Tight Sleeve

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 82 | Mri’s, Diabetic Healing, Losing.

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 81 | Convincing Your Family, Smoking.

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 80 | Shapewear, Symptoms Of A Leak…

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From our blog

Latest articles from our blog.
20 November

Science-Tested Tips for Maintaining Gastric Sleeve Surgery Weight Loss

The focus after gastric sleeve in Mexico is, of course, weight loss. And while it can be a long and winding journey to your goal weight, at least you know where you’re going and how to get there. When it comes to maintenance, many VSG patients feel like they’re tackling...

13 November

Is Intermittent Fasting the Answer to Gastric Sleeve Stalls?

If you’ve hit a stall after vertical sleeve gastrectomy, you might be considering intermittent fasting as a way to get the scale moving again. It does seem to be everywhere these days, with people claiming near-miraculous results. Not surprisingly, many of my patients are wondering whether it should become part...

06 November

Quieting Your Mind the Week Before Gastric Sleeve Surgery

The day of vertical sleeve gastrectomy is fast approaching, and you’re feeling nothing but excitement! Okay, maybe you’re a bit nervous, too. Even a tad scared. And is that a hint of buyer’s remorse? All of these thoughts, however uncomfortable, are completely normal. Here’s my prescription for reclaiming your peace...

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