One of the most vital long-term commitments after weight loss surgery is to eat a nutritious diet with smaller portions. And including enough protein in your diet is going to be important from here on...
Duodenal Switch Surgery can be an effective tool for losing weight. Dennis Smith, MD, FACS, FASMBS, AdventHealth bariatric surgeon, explains the strengths and weaknesses of this operation and who...
If you’re living with a condition known as fatty liver, it may be time to consider bariatric surgery. Dennis Smith, MD, FACS, FASMBS, AdventHealth Bariatric Surgeon, explains more in our blog.
What happens when a patient loses weight after a bariatric procedure only to gain it back? Is there hope after bariatric surgery that didn’t work?
Learn how to ensure your weight-loss surgery works in the long-term through healthy lifestyle choices like proper nutrition, exercise that strengthens your muscles and follow-up care.
“Patients need to make a real commitment to appropriate diet and exercise before a bariatric procedure,” says bariatric surgeon Dr. Christian Birkedal. Get more guidance on our blog.
If you’re considering weight loss surgery, learn more about what to expect with advice from our bariatric surgeon, Dr. Dennis Smith.
In a bariatric support group, you can give and receive meaningful guidance for your weight-loss journey. See how you could benefit.
Cooking heart-healthy meals can be a fun, collaborative activity for the whole family. Follow these tips to create heart-healthy meals while having fun at the same time.
An AdventHealth bariatric surgeon discusses ways bariatric surgery could affect your medications.
