by WeightWise | Jun 3, 2019 | Diet
One of the most common questions we receive from our clients during a consultation is how soon they can get back to their normal life. Usually, there are no physical limitations a day or two after gastric bypass surgery and they can return to work almost immediately....
by WeightWise | May 27, 2019 | Weight Loss Surgery
There are many reasons we gain weight. A sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy eating, genetic & biological factors, drinking too much alcohol and even smoking. For some, work and family obligations seem to take up most of their time. Physical activity or proper meal...
by WeightWise | May 22, 2019 | Lap Band Surgery
With hundreds of thousands of procedures performed over the years since its inception, the Lap Band weight loss surgery has become a popular choice for weight loss help. There are many reasons for the popularity, including the relatively noninvasive surgery, quick...
by WeightWise | Apr 15, 2019 | Diet
The duodenal switch surgery, as well its single anastomosis modification, is designed to help patients with long term weight loss. The procedure removes/sections off parts of the stomach, alters the small intestine, and make other physical changes. The end goal is to...
by WeightWise | Mar 25, 2019 | Health
Angelina Jolie, Marilyn Monroe, George Clooney, Julia Roberts, and Brad Pitt: these well-known Hollywood actors are known not only for their acting talent but for their beauty and good looks. The average American is inundated with beauty standards that come from...
by WeightWise | Mar 21, 2019 | Clinic Operations
At WeightWise, our primary goal is to help transform the lives of each patient that walks through our doors. We believe that making that first step to talk to a bariatric surgeon is a life-changing moment. When you make an appointment at our office, we are excited for...
by WeightWise | Feb 1, 2019 | Patient Resources
Once a patient has undergone weight loss surgery, the process of healing begins. But healing physically is just one part of the journey. Post weight loss surgery care also involves dealing with changes that happen emotionally, too, because weight loss surgery involves...
by WeightWise | Jan 29, 2019 | Clinic Operations
WeightWise is proud to be accredited through the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP®). This is a single unified program that is one national accreditation standard for bariatric surgery centers and it was founded by...
by Starla Robinson | Nov 20, 2018 | Dinners, Holidays, Meal Plans, Recipes, Side Dishes, Uncategorized
Thanksgiving is a great time to appreciate all of the hard work you have put in to your weight loss progress. Unfortunately, Thanksgiving (and the rest of the holiday season) usually revolves around food. This can be problematic if you are working toward surgery or...
by WeightWise | Oct 23, 2018 | Patient Resources
As physicians, we work to understand our patients and their bodies. What’s best for them? How can we help them live a healthy, active lifestyle that celebrates the gift of life? For some patients, extra weight hinders the ability to get out and enjoy things that...
