Posted - October 3, 2023
Weight Loss Surgery – What Are My Options?
Each type of bariatric surgery has its own benefits and potential risks. It's important for individuals considering bariatric surgery to work closely with a medical team, including a surgeon, dietitian, and other healthcare professionals, to determine the most appropriate option based on their individual needs and health status. Learn More
Posted - March 30, 2023
The Scale Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story
Our brains have been trained to measure success or failure based on numbers. From the very first days of schooling, we’re graded on how well we’re doing, so it’s no surprise that those attempting to lose weight can become obsessed with the number on the scale. But here’s the truth - even if the number on the scale isn’t budging, it doesn’t mean you’re not making progress in the right direction. Learn More
Posted - July 21, 2022
5 Things You Need to Know When Considering Bariatric Surgery
Weight loss surgery—also called bariatric surgery—is a major decision, which is why it’s so important to understand the risks and benefits so you can make an informed decision about whether or not the procedure is right for you.
Check out these 5 things we share with every patient who come to us looking to have surgery: Learn More
Posted - January 16, 2013
Aisha: Gastric Bypass
I gained 100 pounds after having my son, and I was not able to get it off. I tried every weight loss program that there was to try, but nothing was successful. So I decided to check into bariatric surgery. Learn More
Posted - December 30, 2012
Shannon: Duodenal Switch
Weight loss surgery has definitely changed my life for the better. After losing 180 pounds, I can do the everyday simple things such as cross my legs or sit in a booth at a restaurant. Things that I couldn’t do before. Learn More
Posted - December 16, 2012
Laura: Gastric Bypass
This surgery has changed my life in so many ways. The health issues have gone away. I’m more confident, I have the energy of an 18 year old. The quality of life has improved dramatically. Learn More
Posted - November 16, 2012
Denver and Rachel: Sleeve Gastrectomy
Go through our closet and pull clothes out that we can’t wear any longer. I’ve got over 50 shirts that I can literally wrap around me twice. That’s how much in eight months weight we’ve lost. It’s kind of depressing, because you’ve invested all this money in clothes and you can’t wear them anymore. You’re literally starting over. Learn More
Posted - January 17, 2012
Setting Boundaries
In practically every aspect of life, you must learn to set boundaries for yourself as well as for others. Some people find that setting boundaries, particularly when they are for your own good, is difficult to do and even more difficult to stick to. Most people who suffer from obesity are eager to please others and constantly put other people's well-being before their own. In order to successfully lose weight and maintain that loss via a healthier, more active lifestyle, boundaries are a necessity. Learn More
Posted - January 4, 2012
Differentiating Hunger Cues
For many people that struggle with their weight, one of the biggest causes of overeating is emotional hunger. After having obesity surgery in Dallas your body will not become as hungry as it once would, and your body’s desire for food will decrease, but for many people the emotional desire to eat does not go away. Separating head hunger from physical hunger is crucial to overcoming the desire to overeat. Learn More
Posted - January 2, 2012
Life after Gastric Sleeve
Gastric sleeve surgery is a successful form of weight loss treatment that helps many people to reach their weight loss goals and begin living a healthier life. Prior to the weight loss operation your bariatric surgeon will speak with you about the changes that you will need to make following the surgical procedure. Learn More
