How often should you weigh yourself after Bariatric surgery?
For bariatric surgery patients, tracking weight is an essential part of the recovery process and long-term success. Our practice recommends weighing yourself once a week. Here’s why. Consistency Over Obsession Weighing yourself weekly strikes a balance between staying...
Online Support After Bariatric Surgery
The world around us is changing quickly. Looking back to the first blog we published about modern technology’s role in post-bariatric surgery care, it shows how different the landscape is today compared to then. (For a blast from the past, read the original article...
Have You Tried Everything Before Bariatric Surgery?
Obesity is a complex and challenging condition affecting many Australians. While Bariatric surgery has proven to be an effective solution, it is generally considered a ‘last resort’. Before taking this significant step, it’s important to explore all possible methods...
Bariatric Surgery vs Weight Loss Medication
With increasing awareness about the health risks associated with excess weight and speculation around weight loss medications in the media, many people are exploring different options to achieve a healthier lifestyle. Bariatric surgery has been conclusively shown to...
Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery – when to be concerned
For people living with obesity, bariatric surgery can be the beginning of their weight loss journey. We describe the process as a journey as it requires long-term commitment to real change which can often come with bumps in the road. The rapid weight loss after...
Preparation & Recovery: 5 Things to Know About Bariatric Surgery
If you’re considering bariatric surgery for the first time, the information available online can appear quite daunting. Our own website has information booklets, handouts, videos and hundreds of blogs. So today we are keeping it simple. Here are five considerations...