Jamil Celebrates 162-pound weight loss after gastric bypass
Wishing a happy 2-year Surgiversary to our bariatric warrior Jamil, a state transit worker who had gastric bypass in 2019. This week,... View Article
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Healthcare Professional Loses 73 Pounds after Gastric Sleeve Surgery
“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
Where to Find the Bariatric Support You Need to Succeed
By Dr. Ayotunde Adeyeri Choosing to have bariatric surgery is one of the most pivotal journeys during your life.... View Article
Gastric Sleeve Helps Petite Customer Service Manager Lose 130 Pounds
“Imagine where you could be if you start your weight loss journey today. Look ahead six months to July 2021.... View Article
Body Image Confusion after Bariatric Surgery
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
Carbs after Weight Loss Surgery: Friend or Foe?
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
James Loses 110 Pounds in Nine Months After Gastric Sleeve Surgery
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
Healthcare Worker Chooses Gastric Sleeve to Improve her Health
“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
Nicole Loses 150 Pounds a Year After Gastric Bypass
ANYTHING is possible, at any age, if you want it badly enough. Just ask Nicole, age 25: “Since having gastric bypass performed by Dr.... View Article
Frontline Worker Loses 90 Pounds & Wins Fight against COVID-19
There are times in life when words resonate like no other. In April 2019, 37-year-old Nicole Ziegler of the Highlands received an unexpected ‘gut check’ from her OB/GYN,... View Article