If you are thinking about Medicare and bariatric surgery and wondering whether you can get Medicare coverage, then here is some good news. Medicare covers bariatric surgery provided you meet the requirements. However, there is no blanket coverage for all types of weight-loss procedures with Medicare. What are the requirements for coverage? The requirements for…
It’s cold and flu season, but unfortunately acid reflux season is year ‘round. Did you know that the symptoms you might think are a cold could be acid reflux? Many in the medical profession believe acid reflux is one of the most misdiagnosed maladies in the country. That’s because acid reflux symptoms can perfectly mimic…
Being overweight or obese greatly increases an individual’s chances for developing Type II diabetes. But treating the patient’s weight issue very often resolves the problem. Because of the quick results it produces, bariatric surgery has now become a first line defense in the fight against Type II diabetes, helping patients gain control of their insulin…
If you’ve recently had bariatric surgery, you’ve probably noticed that your body metabolizes, or absorbs, medication differently. This is because the changes made to your digestive system, which differ by procedure. There are two primary issues involved in how medication is metabolized in the body ─ drug solubility and surface area. Drug solubility and surface…
The American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) have combined their respective accreditation programs into one─the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). One of its newest member facilities is owned and operated by Dr. Preeti Malladi, a board-certified, minimally-invasive bariatric and general surgeon…
The childhood obesity rate in the United States is of epidemic proportions. Nearly one third of kids between the ages of ten and seventeen are overweight or obese (body mass index of 30 or higher). The following are some of the health risks associated with childhood obesity. High blood pressure and high cholesterol – Both…
If you decide it’s right for you, bariatric surgery can be one of the few truly life-changing moments in a person’s life. But not everyone that has weight loss surgery is successful, many faltering because they were unprepared. If you’re trying to determine if you are ready for bariatric surgery and the lifestyle changes that…
Maintaining an exercise routine can often go the way of the New Year’s Resolution—it’s adhered to for a few weeks, then pushed aside by other, more pressing issues. And not having a doable plan in place can be one of the greatest deterrents to maintaining your fitness goals and keeping off added weight. The following…
Obesity has long been known to contribute to several serious health conditions, including heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, and arthritis. However, it may also affect oral health as well. A recent study published in 2016 indicates that individuals who are overweight or obese have a significantly higher risk of developing periodontal disease. In fact, obese participants in…
When you are anticipating your new life after bariatric surgery and looking forward to all the accompanying health benefits, it’s important to properly prepare for your surgery so the end result is everything you are imagining. Adhering to the following pre-surgery checklist will help you ensure you get the best results from your weight loss…
Now that your bariatric surgery is behind you, it’s time to begin tracking the results. You wouldn’t take a car trip without a map, and you should not have bariatric surgery without mapping out exactly how you’ll achieve your ultimate goal(s). The following tips will give you some things to think about and implement when…
Obesity increases the risk of many different diseases and health issues, and gout can be included in that list. For over a century, the medical community has known about the connection between gout and cardiovascular disease, and the relationship between gout and obesity is just as compelling. What is Gout? Gout, which is a form…
Did you know that being severely overweight can damage your liver? Even if you don’t drink much (or at all) those who are considered obese (people those who have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or a BMI of 35+ with another accompanying health concern) are at risk of developing a serious…
Eating a variety of healthy, nutrient rich foods is critical to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. Eating fresh fish once or twice a week is a great way to get plenty of protein without adding a lot of unhealthy fats. Fresh salmon is an especially good choice because it contains an abundance of beneficial…
Why Are We Overweight? Overeating and Emotional Triggers Why do we gain weight and become overweight or obese? While it may comfort those of us who are severely overweight to think that we were genetically sentenced to this condition, this is likely not the case. Research has shown that the so-called “obesity genes” play only…
