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There are many health risks associated with obesity, one of which is Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, commonly abbreviated to NAFLD. This disease can go undetected for years but can lead to devastating consequences for the body. Learn more about this disease, and what you can do if you’re diagnosed, here.

There has been a longstanding correlation between obesity and the use of prescription opioids. The CDC defines prescription opioids as medications that are used to treat moderate to severe pain. What causes this link between obese individuals and their use of medication?

Other surgical procedures are considered non-reversible especially if there is a certain part of the stomach that was carved out during the surgery. Bariatric surgical

Thank you to the surgeons, nurses, physicians, dietitians, coordinators, and all other women in bariatrics for the impact you make on our specialty and Society.

The procedure guarantees at least 35% to 40% weight loss after the procedure is done. It is also very effective in the reduction of other effects that emanate from diverse or varying obesity-related conditions. This includes hypertension, sleep apnea, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes among

Compared to other bariatric procedures that include incisions such as gastric bypass, lap band surgery is the least invasive. Instead of incisions, the surgeon places a rubber band on the upper part of the stomach by the use of a laparoscope. Once in the stomach

However, many patients find it difficult to lose excess weight through lifestyle modifications, which makes them, opt for surgery as the ultimate solution. If you have tried losing weight through diet and regular exercises, your doctor may recommend bariatric surgery to help improve comorbidities associated

Your technician will position the treatment device to the targeted area. Many CoolSculpting procedures involve the use of rounded paddles to provide suction to the treatment area. As you sit in a reclined chair, the cooling panels are set to work to crystallize your fat

With this in mind, you should confirm with your insurance provider to see whether they will cover for the procedure and to what extent they will do. Being aware of this fact will help you prepare how to cater for the costs so that you