What in the world is bariatric surgery? Bariatric surgery, in a nutshell, is a surgical procedure that aims to reduce the size and change the functions of the stomach. The goal of bariatric surgery is to encourage the loss of weight. However, if you’re considering bariatric surgery, it’s important to know that there are some benefits that come with it. As you meet with Dr. Balsama to learn more about your options, here’s what you should know about Shedding Pounds

According to a survey conducted by the CDC in 2016-2017, 27.4% of women in the United States ages 18-44 had a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher based on reported height and weight. Put simply, almost a third of U.S. women of reproductive age are considered obese, and will most likely face a host of health complications that arise during pregnancy. Here’s how obesity affects pregnancy and what a recent study suggests about the role of weight loss

A change of diet will help you in the long run after receiving bariatric surgery. Not only will it help you lose weight, but the diet can help to avoid any complications from the surgery. The post-bariatric diet is designed to allow your stomach to heal, get you used to eating a small amount of food, help you lose weight, and avoid any complications. Some great tips for post-bariatric surgery are to plan out your water intake, choose high-protein foods,

Type 2 diabetes is a very serious disease that affects millions of people. It is a chronic disease that affects the way the body processes blood sugar, requiring a restricted diet and sometimes the use of insulin. One factor that contributes to the onset of type 2 diabetes and its symptoms is being overweight or obese. In order to control the negative effects of diabetes, weight loss and weight management are very important. Research has shown that bariatric surgery can

If you’ve been considering gastric sleeve surgery, there are a few details that you should keep in mind. During the surgery performed by Dr. Louis Balsama, your stomach will be reduced to limit the amount of food you can eat. There are usually a few conditions you must be able to meet before being approved for surgery, and Dr. Balsama can help you understand what they are and how you can meet them during your consultation. The most important condition

Some people have a weight loss surgery relapse several years after their initial surgery. A small percentage of people will benefit from another procedure that is known as a revision surgery. The purpose of a revision surgery is to help a person lose weight and address any related symptoms that they may have. There are several things that can cause a person to regain the weight, such as new stress and behavioral changes. Other people had gastric bypass in the