Weight Loss Surgery – not just helping patients with weight problems
When we hear the term “weight loss surgery” or “bariatric surgery” we associate this with a person undergoing surgery in order to help them lose weight, a procedure not only changing/prolonging their life but quite often saving their life. What not discussed as often...
How to discuss weight with your loved one
Obesity is a subject that a lot of people would rather not discuss as it can be a very sensitive subject from the view of the person suffering from it. It is important that if you have a loved one, family member or friend who is obese or perhaps gaining a lot of...
Cost of Weight Loss Surgery vs Long Term Cost Implications
Obesity is a condition that is seriously affecting the Australian population, with the number of people with obesity more than doubling in the last thirty years. It is estimated that by 2025 that 70% (or higher) of Australia’s population will be overweight or obese....
A Short Lesson on the History of Weight Loss Surgery
Obesity is a medical condition that has existed for centuries, and in some cultures demonstrating obesity is viewed as a sign of wealth and well-being. Obese people have accumulated excess body fat that is likely to have a negative impact on their overall health....
The Benefits of Reflux Surgery
Anyone who suffers from heartburn will tell you how uncomfortable it is to enjoy simple pleasures like eating and drinking. Although there is an abundance of tablets and liquids available both over the counter and on prescription, they aren’t always 100 percent...
Why our weight loss surgery is banded
Weight loss surgery is designed in general to restrict the amount of food that a patient is able to consume following surgery. However as we have covered in one of our previous blogs (Making the most of a smaller stomach after surgery), just because the volumes you...