Many patients are referred to our practice after an ultrasound report states that they have an inguinal hernia. While ultrasound can be a useful diagnostic tool in selected situations, it is important to understand that a positive ultrasound does not necessarily mean a patient has a clinically significant inguinal hernia.
Undergoing sleeve gastrectomy, also known as gastric sleeve surgery, is a significant step towards achieving long-term weight loss and improved health. This surgical procedure involves reducing the size of the stomach, resulting in a smaller food capacity and a sense of fullness with less food. After the surgery, adopting a balanced eating style becomes crucial to support your weight loss journey and maintain a healthy lifestyle. In this blog, we will explore some practical tips and guidelines to help you establish a sustainable eating style after sleeve gastrectomy.
In this article, we introduce the Rule of 4's, a simple yet effective approach to help you navigate your post-Sleeve Gastrectomy journey and achieve your health goals.
Hundreds of thousands of people take Wegovy or Ozempic to lose weight or manage diabetes. For some, going off the drugs is leading to unexpected outcomes.
The drugs’ main ingredient is semaglutide. It was originally prescribed for long-term diabetes management and attracted widespread attention because it can spur significant weight loss. Sales of Wegovy, the brand of semaglutide approved for weight loss in 2021, reached nearly $900 million in 2022, according to Novo Nordisk, the pharmaceutical company that manufactures both brands.
Source: The Wall Street Journal
Thirty years ago, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) convened a Consensus Development Conference that published a Statement on gastrointestinal surgery for severe obesity, reflecting expert assessment of the medical knowledge available at the time.
