The question of gas, in its many forms, comes up quite a bit after gastric sleeve surgery. First, know that there are three types of “gas”: the gas you experience in your stomach, the gas we use to inflate the abdomen during surgery, and good old colonic gas. Below are some of the most common ...
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Whether you’re new to the idea of gastric sleeve surgery or have been part of the Endobariatric family for years, there’s one thing you’ve probably learned: I recommend a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet to my post-op patients in order to maximize their sleeve results. With all of the protein bars, shakes, and supplements available today, it ...
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Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (better known as Lap Band) has been a popular bariatric surgery since the early 2000s. But with gastric sleeve gaining favor among doctors and patients alike, many people are wondering how the two procedures stack up. Let’s take a look at a few of the most important elements. Comparing the Procedures ...
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There are many things surgeons can tell patients definitely will happen after gastric sleeve. You’ll have some degree of pain, usually on the “mild discomfort” side, but honestly, it could edge into “ouch” territory for a short while. Then there’s the shock at how quickly we get you up and walking after surgery and the ...
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When you mention the possibility of having gastric sleeve surgery—or any surgery—in Mexico, friends and family may try to change your mind. They undoubtedly mean well; there’s still a stigma involved with international medical procedure, after all. But the truth is that, just like in the U.S., there are exceptional physicians in Mexico and not-so-great ...
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After having the gastric sleeve procedure, my patients are flying high. Every day is a new adventure in how much weight has dropped off and what size clothing they now fit into. But then one day, the scale doesn’t move. It doesn’t move the next day, either, or the day after that. Cue the panic. ...
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Gastric sleeve surgery is, hands down, one of the best ways to dramatically improve your overall health and increase your longevity. If wellbeing was the only reason to have the procedure, it would be enough. But my patients also get to look forward to a lifetime of looking and feeling more attractive, sometimes for the ...
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At Endobariatric, we know that bariatric surgery is just the first step in a lifelong weight-loss journey. Gastric sleeve gives you the tools to achieve your goals, but you still need to do the work and stick to the plan after your surgery to see the results. That is why my amazing team and I ...
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Do you ever feel that obesity has held you back from succeeding financially? Your suspicions may be based in truth. In the same way that excess weight can limit your social opportunities, studies confirm that obesity has been found to stifle your career opportunities. In this blog, I, Dr. Guillermo Alvarez of Endobariatric, briefly review ...
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