A hiatal hernia is a common digestive condition that affects many people in New Jersey, often requiring specialized treatment. A hiatal hernia occurs when the stomach muscle bulges up through the opening (hiatus) in the diaphragm muscle, leading to a rupture (hernia) into the esophageal hiatus, or a hiatal hernia. Typically, only the esophagus - […]

Studies show Eli Lilly's weight loss injection can decrease total body weight by more than 20% November 8th, 2023: Today the FDA approved Zepbound™, Eli Lilly’s prescription weight loss injection, giving people looking to achieve their weight loss goals in NJ another weight loss medication option. Zepbound™ is a weekly, self-administered injection used for the […]

A significant health benefit of gastric sleeve and gastric bypass surgery is the control of and in some cases resolution of many severe weight-related medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and sleep apnea. Knowing the significant health impact these procedures can have on individuals living with obesity, the surgeons at NJBC set out to demonstrate […]

Heart attack is the leading cause of death in the US, and obesity is one of the main risk factors. A study by the Cleveland Clinic analyzed the data of almost 300,000 patients with obesity and the results showed  lower rates of mortality and complications1 among patients who suffered a heart attack with a history […]

Office to Serve Gastric Sleeve and Gastric Bypass Patients in Passaic County SPRINGFIELD, N.J., November 30, 2022 – New Jersey Bariatric Center® (NJBC), an industry leader in medical and surgical weight loss, is announcing a new office location in northeastern New Jersey to serve its growing patient base. Located in Totowa, NJ, this is NJBC’s […]

In the early days of bariatric surgery procedures were done by creating one large open incision in the abdomen. That method has since evolved and the majority of surgeries are being performed laparoscopically through about five small incisions in the abdomen which have led to less pain and faster recovery. Recently, a technologically advanced method […]

Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), affects more than 20% of adults. It occurs when the acid in your stomach “backs up” into the esophagus, causing a burning sensation in your chest. Other symptoms may include nausea, pain/difficulty swallowing, cough and bad breath. The first line of treatment often involves long term […]

Wegovy®, the FDA-approved prescription weight loss injection, is now offered to weight loss patients who qualify as part of the medical weight loss program at New Jersey Bariatric Center®.  Wegovy® is a weekly, self-administered injection used for the treatment of chronic weight management in adults with obesity. Wegovy® works by mimicking a hormone that targets […]

For some patients, bariatric surgery is the jump start they need to lose and sustain weight loss. But for others, sometimes, no matter how hard you work, life’s circumstances get in the way and you need a second chance.  The stressors of life, old eating habits and now a global pandemic can make the journey […]

As more vaccination appointments become available, patients have been asking what to do if their vaccine appointment is near their weight loss surgery or general surgery date.  If you have a COVID-19 vaccine appointment, whether first or second dose, near your surgery date we recommend it be 7 days before or 7 days after your […]

The state of New Jersey has announced that individuals at high risk of severe COVID-19 complications,including those with obesity, severe obesity and medical conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. Obesity is classified as having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher but less than 40, and severe […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]NJBC continues to take the necessary steps to help limit the spread of the Covid virus to our patients, staff and the communities we serve. We are continuing telemedicine appointments and offering a limited number of in-person appointments. To schedule an appointment, call our office at 908-481-1270 or to request a call, click here. What […]