Category Archives: Bariatric Surgeon

Come in for a Free Seminar on How to Achieve Permanent Weight Loss, Saturday, May 11, 2013 from 11-12pm.  Dr. Joseph Naim will present on all options of permanent weight loss surgery in an informal gathering.  Dr. Naim is double … Continue reading

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Today nearly thirty four percent of American adults are obese, which is more than twice the percentage 30 years ago. It is no wonder then, that gastric bypass surgery is such a popular weight loss surgery in the United States. … Continue reading

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Lap band surgery is now available for “less obese” individuals. The following news segment features Dr. Jennifer Walden explaining the lap band indications, side effects and the recent changes to the FDA guidelines. Clicker here to read more about lap … Continue reading

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A new study funded by Allergan claims that, for patients with diabetes, gastric banding in bariatric surgery actually “pays for itself” in about two years.  In obese patients without diabetes, the procedure pays for itself in about four years. The … Continue reading

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Weight loss surgery, including lap band and gastric bypass, can make a major improvement in your health and quality of life. But to truly succeed in achieving better health, the experts also recommend serious lifestyle changes. Exercise is a one … Continue reading

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