Tag: Bariatric Surgery

New research has found that the coronavirus infects both fat cells and some immune cells within fat, prompting a damaging defensive response. The study could help answer one of the questions that have puzzled doctors during the pandemic: Why overweight or obese people, particularly younger adults, have been more likely to develop severe Covid-19 and …

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Patients who were overweight or struggling from obesity are more likely to develop severe Covid-19 and more likely to die. Research has found that the covid infects fat cells and immune cells within body fat, causing an immune response that scientists say may contribute to severe disease. Patients who were overweight or obese were more …

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Constipation after bariatric surgery such as gastric sleeve or gastric bypass procedure is one of the most common problems post-surgery. While constipation may be an expected side effect, it does not make it any less uncomfortable to deal with. If you have Constipation After Bariatric Surgery Is A Common Problem Constipation occurs when the body …

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The Do’s and Don’ts After Bariatric Surgery During The Holidays Staying on track with your weight loss dietary goals during holiday celebrations and festivities may seem difficult for many, especially when Thanksgiving is an event designed solely around eating as much as possible. After bariatric surgery you may face confusion on what can and cannot …

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Ready for your Post-Bariatric Surgery Diet tips from our Bariatric Surgeon? Bariatric surgery is a wonderful tool for those looking to lose weight. However, many people who come to us think that once the surgery is over, they’ll be miraculously healed and lose weight. While we wish this was the case, there’s actually more to …

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Are You a Good Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery? Bariatric (weight loss) surgery has been a lifesaver for millions of people in the U.S. There are several kinds of bariatric surgery, including gastric bypass, which are collectively referred to as bariatric surgery. A medical weight loss program is often the first step for patients who …

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Are you experiencing a Bariatric Stall? The weight loss is gradual and consistent after having bariatric surgery. It is the primary reason why people decide to get gastric sleeve or bariatric surgery in the first place. However, it is quite common that you may notice a stall after your weight loss curve goes south after …

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Dr. Bernadine Hanna MD is among the first in the state to achieve the new 2020 Top Doctors Accreditation for Bariatric Surgery Putting together your personal health care team can be overwhelming. You ask your doctors, friends, family and colleagues for suggestions and carefully research your options. Health Care Quarterly has done the work for …

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Dr. Hanna wanted to give a Covid-19 Las Vegas Bariatrics update to let everyone about what we have been working on over the past 2 months. During this pandemic and quarantine we have been conducting our tele-health appointments with our new clients and our well established clients.  We know that it has been a very difficult …

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Losing weight after bariatric surgery can sometimes happen fast which can also lead to weight regain. Weight gain and stomach stretching are issues that many bariatric patients worry about after their weight loss surgery. In order to combat weight gain and weight fluctuations, There are 1 of 2 ways to combat the weight regain with …

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