Why Bariatric Surgery Works

No Comments

Our Practice

No Comments

Welcome

No Comments

Our Balloon Procedures

No Comments

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy

No Comments

Eating after Bariatric Surgery

Our dedicated team of dieticians will provide instruction to patients leading up to surgery and follow-up with patients post-surgery as well. Eating post-surgery typically starts with liquids, then progresses to a soft diet, and ultimately back to a regular diet. Despite a somewhat slower dieting transition, most patients immediately notice a difference with their hunger
Read more
No Comments

Do patients have to exercise after bariatric surgery?

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 start
Read more
No Comments

How much weight should a patient expect to lose after bariatric surgery?

No Comments

Is It True What They Say About Greek Yogurt?

It seems everyone is talking about Greek yogurt; but is it really that much healthier? And is it worth paying a higher price for it? Before we answer these questions, let’s look at how yogurt is prepared. When healthy bacteria is added to milk, fermentation takes place which causes the transformation of lactose into lactic
Read more
No Comments

Join Surgical Specialist of Louisiana in the Walk From Obesity Charity Walk

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, more than one-third of American adults are obese. The number is rising in children as well, with nearly one in three kids considered overweight or obese. Whether you are experiencing obesity yourself, or have a loved one who is working towards a healthier body weight, there
Read more
No Comments