“I went back and forth for six years before deciding to have gastric sleeve surgery,” says Luz DeJesus, on staff in the Behavioral Health department of Hackensack Meridian Healthcare in Old Bridge.... View Article
By Dr. Ayotunde Adeyeri Choosing to have bariatric surgery is one of the most pivotal journeys during your life.... View Article
“Imagine where you could be if you start your weight loss journey today. Look ahead six months to July 2021.... View Article
By Dr. Ayotunde Adeyeri Why do I still feel like that large person I was before surgery?” Most of you have also experienced these types of thoughts: “That shirt would never fit me,” or “I’m too big–she would never go out with me.” Logically,... View Article
By Ayotunde Adeyeri, MD, FASMBS Carbs have a bad rap, without question, but they aren’t all bad. In fact, certain carbs play a crucial role in meeting your nutritional needs and keeping you healthy and energized.... View Article
Live virtual office visits within 24 hours of your call Don’t delay your weight loss surgery journey or GI surgery consultation waiting for medical offices to reopen.... View Article
Words of advice and encouragement for those focused on weight loss or weight management By Ayotunde Adeyeri, MD,... View Article
Like many people with weight issues, James Reid, age 64, had to go back 10 years to find photos of himself before gastric sleeve surgery in early 2020.... View Article
By Ayotunde Adeyeri, MD, FASMBS You might think this is an odd headline for an article authored by a surgeon who treats obesity and performs surgical weight loss,... View Article
“I had elevated blood sugar and heart palpitations,” says Luz, who works in healthcare. “I knew if I didn’t lose the weight,... View Article
