Nicole & Jason – Shopping after bariatric surgery
Wednesday, 17 July 2019
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Many people struggling with obesity will dread shopping or getting dressed in the morning. Clothes serve as a constant reminder that we aren’t the size we want to be. No matter how many different styles or colors Jason would buy, he still felt uncomfortable and disappointed. Today, because of the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, Nicole and
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Best friends Kera & Mikey share their journey. Part 3.
Monday, 15 July 2019
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Kera struggled with Type 2 Diabetes for over 3 years when she her battle became unbearable. Every doctor advised “Lose weight” but provided no other information other than the usual “eat healthy and exercise.” Knowing her life was on the line, Kera tried everything. She joined a gym – she ate healthy – she tried
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Nicole & Jason – Summary
Friday, 12 July 2019
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Nicole Burdett and Jason Williams have been friends for over 20 years. In 2017, they made the life-changing decision to undergo the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy. Prior to surgery, Nicole, a 38-year-old mom and lawyer, weighed 215 pounds. Jason, a 46-year-old father and lawyer, weighed 266 pounds. As a result of the surgery and their dedication
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Nicole and Jason – Introduction
Wednesday, 10 July 2019
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Nicole Burdett and Jason Williams have been friends for over 20 years. In 2017, they made the life-changing decision to undergo the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy. Prior to surgery, Nicole, a 38-year-old mom and lawyer, weighed 215 pounds. Jason, a 46-year-old father and lawyer, weighed 266 pounds. As a result of the surgery and their dedication
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Best friends Kera & Mikey share their journey. Part 2.
Monday, 08 July 2019
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Kera and Mikey are best friends, and until their Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy procedures last year, they both struggled with Type 2 Diabetes. At only 33 years old, Kera was given two years left to live. Her condition worsened with each day and before she met with our team, Kera was in kidney and liver failure.
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Best friends Kera & Mikey share their journey. Part 1.
Tuesday, 25 June 2019
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Kera and Mikey are best friends, and until their Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy procedures last year, they both struggled with Type 2 Diabetes. At only 33 years old, Kera was given two years left to live. Her condition worsened with each day and before she met with our team, Kera was in kidney and liver failure.
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Do Patients have to Exercise After Bariatric Surgery?
Wednesday, 08 May 2019
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Although exercise is critical to a patient’s health over time, weight loss is more related to actual dietary adjustments. However, as can be expected, exercising plus the dietary adjustment will produce even greater results. Patients typically lose weight quickly after bariatric surgery but should not wait to start exercising. Post-surgery, patients report feeling excited to
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Benefits of Bariatric Surgery
Monday, 22 April 2019
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Say goodbye to comorbidities like sleep apnea and diabetes! The benefits of bariatric surgery are countless. From controlling high blood pressure to curing type 2 diabetes, bariatric surgery can be life-changing. Gerard was nearly 200 pounds overweight before his surgery. He was taking medication for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and acid reflux. He also
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Gerard’s Story
Friday, 22 March 2019
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I’ve lost 186 pounds since my surgery. The differences I’ve experienced since this life changing surgery are night and day. I went from an overweight out-of-shape guy who was depressed, insecure, wouldn’t leave the house if his life depended on it because he hated the way he looked to being a guy who now frequents
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Nicole’s Story
Friday, 22 March 2019
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Like most 30 something year old moms my mornings are filled with breakfast, spills, school uniforms, car pool and buses….having a minute to myself is impossible. All of this followed by a day of meetings and work only to get home, cook dinner, get the kids homework done, extra curricular activities and the list goes
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