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Category: Gastric Sleeve

You’re Not Too Old for Weight Loss Surgery

Friday, 20 June 2014 by
If you suffer with obesity and are over 60 years old, new research shows that you aren’t too old to enjoy the benefits of bariatric surgery. Several recent studies have proven that weight loss surgery is safe and effective in older patients. And, it is well known at this point that it can improve and,
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The Skinny on Skinny Amy Jones

Thursday, 05 July 2012 by
The Skinny on Skinny Amy Jones Recently, the Lafayette newspaper, Independent Weekly, featured an incredible story about one of Surgical Specialists of Louisiana’s patients, Amy Jones.  Amy struggled with her weight for most of her life. She had tried everything and wanted to change but had questions, and fears about how to get the results
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Focus Is On Sleeve Gastrectomy, Part II – Patient Benefits

Thursday, 30 June 2011 by
There are many benefits of the Sleeve Gastrectomy procedure, which include fewer surgical incisions, a quicker procedure time, and more immediate results. Additionally, other health conditions improve such as high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and type 2 diabetes.
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Focus Is On Sleeve Gastrectomy, Part I – Why Is It So Effective?

Wednesday, 15 June 2011 by
As one of the busiest groups for sleeve gastrectomy in the region, during the past five years, the Surgical Specialists of Louisiana (SSL) have helped to change the lives of over 1,000 individuals with the laparoscopic gastric sleeve procedure.
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