Why Weight Loss Surgery Works When Diets Don’t
Many people who are overweight try hard to lose weight to live a healthier lifestyle and improve their confidence. They try many of the various diet plans out there, sometimes with little success. Bariatric surgery is an effective way to lose weight. Dr. Balsama has a lot of experience with people who suffer from severe […]
Post Bariatric Surgery Tips
Post-bariatric surgery can have lift-changing benefits to your body, health, and confidence. But life after surgery can be intimidating. So, to ensure long-lasting results, remember these tips during your recovery and life after surgery. Get walking After bariatric surgery, it’s important to get up and moving as soon as you are able to. While the […]
The Benefits of Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass
Now, more individuals are seeking weight loss treatments and bariatric surgery to help treat their obesity for a better quality of life. One of the most popular and most effective surgery options includes gastric bypass surgery. Keep reading to learn more about this procedure and the many benefits it offers. What is Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass? […]
What You Should Know About Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
If you are considering surgical weight loss options, you may be wondering which procedure is right for you. The first step to answering this question is to do research on the many bariatric surgery options. One of these options is laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, which is offered by Dr. Balsama. Read on to learn more about […]
Dr. Balsama Named One of South Jersey’s Top Physicians
Every year, South Jersey Magazine rounds up a list of the area’s top physicians and medical providers. Highlighting everyone from primary care doctors to surgical specialists, the list is a “who’s who” of the South Jersey medical community. This year’s list features 313 names. And one of those names is none other than Dr. […]
Measuring Success After Surgery with Nurse Chris Arroliga
Hi there! My name is Christine Arroliga and I’m a Bariatric Nurse. But you can just call me Chris. About twenty years ago, I was asked to help develop the bariatric program at a local hospital here in South Jersey. I said yes, of course, because I love a new challenge. Back then there were […]
INFOGRAPHIC: Dieting v. Weight Loss Surgery
Those with weight concerns are often skeptical of weight loss surgery. In fact, of the 20 million US citizens eligible for bariatric procedures, less than 1 percent are expected to undergo surgery. Many Americans would rather take the more conventional route: a good, old fashioned diet. But does it work? Basic dieting is a difficult […]
