Excess or Loose Skin After Gastric Sleeve or Gastric Bypass Surgery A Concern For Many Weight Loss Surgery Patients in NJ Having loose or excess skin after weight loss surgery, whether Gastric Sleeve or Gastric Bypass, is a […]
What is SADI-Surgery and How Does it Help Weight loss Patients in New Jersey Are you considering weight loss surgery and wondering if SADI surgery might be right for you? This comprehensive guide explains everything you need to know about this increasingly popular bariatric surgery procedure. What is SADI Surgery? SADI surgery - Single Anastomosis […]
Bariatric Patients Seek a Gastric Sleeve Revision Years After Their Initial Bariatric Surgery Yes, you can get gastric sleeve revision if your stomach has stretched enough after the initial procedure. Some bariatric patients seek a second gastric sleeve - a re-sleeve - procedure years after their initial surgery. Gastric sleeve revision is an available option […]
Weight Loss is Hard Because Obesity Is a Disease Caused By Several Factors That Fight Against Our Body to Lose Weight When most of our patients here in NJ come through our doors, they’ve tried countless diet and exercise programs but still have not been able to achieve weight loss or keep it off. They […]
Studies Show Gastric Sleeve and Gastric Bypass Surgery Can Be Effective Treatments for Type 2 Diabetes Bariatric surgery – gastric sleeve and gastric bypass - can be one of the most effective treatments for Type 2 diabetes. These bariatric surgeries can lower a patient’s blood sugar and improve health problems related to Type 2 diabetes. […]
Key Takeaways Gastric Sleeve vs Gastric Bypass Differences: Gastric sleeve removes a portion of the stomach, while gastric bypass creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes the digestive pathway. Weight Loss Results: Gastric bypass patients lose 65-75% of excess body weight, while gastric sleeve patients typically lose 60-70%. Health Benefits: Both procedures effectively treat obesity-related […]
The gastric sleeve, also known as the vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG), is one of the most popular weight loss procedures in New Jersey, and the most performed weight loss surgery here at New Jersey Bariatric Center®. At New Jersey Bariatric Center® we get a lot of questions about gastric sleeve surgery, also known as the […]
Both Weight Loss Surgery - Gastric Sleeve and Gastric Bypass - and Weight Loss Medications are Tools to Help You Reach a Healthy Weight Trying to decide between weight loss surgery or weight loss medications? Both bariatric surgery - gastric sleeve and gastric bypass - and prescription weight loss medications are tools to help you […]
Thanksgiving is all about gathering together, giving thanks and enjoying a meal with family and friends. However, this big meal can be quite challenging and stressful if you’re trying to lose weight or maintain your weight loss progress. Heading into Thanksgiving with a solid plan is a great way to help you stay on track. […]
September is polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) awareness month and according to Cleveland Clinic between 40%-80% of people with PCOS live with obesity. Achieving weight loss with PCOS can be particularly challenging for many in New Jersey. For women who suffer from PCOS and obesity simultaneously, research shows that weight loss can help to reduce or […]
Every year my wife and I challenge ourselves to run a 5 mile race. We train, we run and we look forward to how much we can eat for our celebratory dinner after crossing the finish line. I decided to check the scale a week afterwards to see how much weight I lost with all […]
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 […]