Life After Bariatric Surgery

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Weight Issues Network 2020 Report

It was in 2019 that we first shared our involvement with Weight Issues Network (WIN), an Australian network created to “provide a strong voice and support for people living with and affected by obesity”. WIN actively seeks participation in their surveys from people...

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Recommended Apps for Post Bariatric Surgery Patients 

Recommended Apps for Post Bariatric Surgery Patients 

Bariatric surgery is the first step towards a healthier lifestyle for our patients, ahead of them is a journey requiring significant changes to diet and lifestyle to support weight loss. We are fortunate that in 2021 we have access to amazing advances in technology...

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Bariatric Surgery – Sharing the Journey

Bariatric Surgery – Sharing the Journey

If you’re considering bariatric surgery, or are about to start your journey towards a healthier lifestyle, gathering as much information as possible along with seeking on-going support are very important. Thankfully in 2020, we have access to the latest medical...

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WIN – Weight Issues Network – COVID-19 Impact Survey

WIN – Weight Issues Network – COVID-19 Impact Survey

At Upper GI Surgery we are more than just a group of bariatric surgeons and practitioners. We are invested in the bariatric community; advocating further research, leading innovations and taking part in continuing initiatives to drive awareness and education.   ...

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Exercise for bariatric patients during isolation

Exercise for bariatric patients during isolation

An important part of your post-bariatric surgery lifestyle change is exercise. We advise all of our post-bariatric surgery patients to enter into a suitable exercise routine to not only help aid their weight loss but to move them towards a healthier lifestyle.   ...

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How to manage your post bariatric surgery diet during lockdown

How to manage your post bariatric surgery diet during lockdown

2020 was off to a rocky start here in Australia, with the country suffering through some of the most devastating bush fires we have ever experienced. Then came the rain, and the nation let out a collective sigh of relief. Little did we know that it was a precursor to...

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