Category: Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery transforms lives, helping people lose as much as 50-77% of their excess body weight in as early as 12 months after surgery. People who lose weight after bariatric surgery typically have lower blood pressure, and other severe health conditions may improve, such as heart disease and diabetes. Some patients may find it easier […]
Written by Dr. Joshua Greenwald on October 17, 2023
If you have lost a lot of weight and are left with folds of loose, stretched-out skin, body contouring surgery can help reduce this skin and refine your body contours. Not only will post-bariatric body contouring improve your overall appearance, but it can also boost your self-esteem, help you fit into your clothing and reduce […]
Written by Dr. Joshua Greenwald on March 6, 2019
Obesity is a term used to describe an individual that is severely overweight and is dangerous to a patient’s overall health. Those who suffer from obesity typically experience additional pressure on their bodily joints which increases the risk of degenerative diseases of the feet, knees and hips.
Written by Dr. Joshua Greenwald on December 26, 2015
It’s not uncommon for people who lose a significant amount of weight (either through diet and exercise or bariatric surgery) to be left with a lot of excess saggy skin around their torso, buttocks, thighs and arms. This skin can detract from the beautiful weight loss results they have worked hard to achieve. It can […]
Written by Dr. Greenwald on March 2, 2012