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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…

** Individual results may vary

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.
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...

13 February

How To Build Muscle While Losing Weight

After gastric sleeve surgery, patients start focusing on losing weight. Building muscle is a vital part of that journey. Much of the weight initially lost is muscle mass but retaining muscle mass is vital for long-term health. Here are ways to build muscle while losing weight. Strength Training Build muscle...

06 February

How Gastric Sleeve Can Help You Avoid Hypertension

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...

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