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Lifestyle Changes After Bariatric Surgery

by Dignity Health Medical Group
January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

There is no such thing as easy fixes or shortcuts when it comes to the important things in life. This certainly applies to bariatric surgery. If you think it’s a short cut, it’s not, because you must do some work too. Bariatric surgery is but a beginning. It gives you the opportunity and a head start to the healthy life you want to live, however you will be responsible for some basic lifestyle changes after bariatric surgery.

by Dignity Health Medical Group
December 15, 2022January 23, 2023

Weight loss surgery can not only help you lose weight, but also improve other issues arising from obesity. As a consequence, it can extend many years to your life. If you are thinking about taking this beneficial step, you may be wondering: what are the different types of weight loss surgeries available to me?

by Dignity Health Medical Group
November 18, 2022November 18, 2022

You’ve finally made the important decision to take control of your weight and ultimately your health. You have completed all the research and chosen the surgeon to perform your weight loss surgery. Now the question is: should you tell anyone? Talking about your weight loss surgery to loved ones is your choice.

by Dignity Health Medical Group
October 17, 2022October 17, 2022

Got GERD? Many of us do and we don’t realize it. You know, it’s that terrible tasting acid that comes back into your throat when you are trying to sleep. It’s not just a typical heartburn that you can relieve with an antacid. GERD is something that occurs several times a week and nothing you take seems to work. Let’s find out what to do when heartburn meds stop working.

by Dignity Health Medical Group
September 19, 2022September 19, 2022

After bariatric surgery the last thing you want to do is irritate your stomach or follow a diet which can cause a setback. Here are some specific foods and drinks to avoid following bariatric surgery, but always check with Dr. Shawn Stevenson about your particular recommended diet.

by Dignity Health Medical Group
August 15, 2022August 15, 2022

Anyone can develop a hernia, but some people are more at risk. There are some factors of which you have no control, and then there are those you create all by yourself. Preventing one might be possible as long as you don’t add to the behaviors that make you more susceptible.

by Dignity Health Medical Group
August 11, 2022August 11, 2022

Walking is a safe and effective type of exercise that most of us can do. Not only can it help to reduce the risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and depression, but it can also help you lose weight.

Inguinal Hernia Surgery In Females: Lowering The Risk Of Chronic Pain

by Dignity Health Medical Group
July 18, 2022July 18, 2022

Although more hernia surgeries are performed each year on men, it seems a higher percentage of women suffer the risk of significant chronic pain. Many physicians and surgery centers are studying inguinal hernia surgery in females and lowering the risk of chronic pain.

by Dignity Health Medical Group
June 22, 2022June 22, 2022

When you make the decision to have weight loss surgery, you are making a promise to yourself to improve your overall lifestyle and make needed changes. Eating and drinking will change as the weight slowly comes off, and other tendencies will need to be tempered. If you have made the decision to have weight loss surgery, here is what to know about alcohol & substance abuse.

by Dignity Health Medical Group
May 10, 2022May 10, 2022

With some medical issues it is acceptable to follow the watch and wait approach. When it comes to a hernia, you can’t be so nonchalant or procrastinate. There are too many serious risks of leaving a hernia untreated for very long.

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News & Events

Dignity Health Medical Group

Lifestyle Changes After Bariatric Surgery

What Are The Different Types Of Weight Loss Surgeries?

Talking About Your Weight Loss Surgery To Loved Ones

What To Do When Heartburn Meds Stop Working

Foods And Drinks To Avoid Following Bariatric Surgery

Why Did I Develop A Hernia?

7 Tips to Help You Lose More Weight While You Walk

Inguinal Hernia Surgery In Females: Lowering The Risk Of Chronic Pain

Weight Loss Surgery: What To Know About Alcohol & Substance Use

Risks of Leaving a Hernia Untreated

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