Sleeve Increasing Popularity

Sleeve Increasing Popularity

  Although a relative newcomer to the field of weight loss surgery, laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is rapidly becoming a popular choice. Combining the positives of both a band and bypass, it has less relative risk than a bypass and much less hassle than a band....
Revision Weight Loss Surgery on the Rise

Revision Weight Loss Surgery on the Rise

“Revisional bariatric surgery through laparoscopic approach in patients with inadequate weight loss following gastric banding is safe and effective” There is no doubt that redo or revision weight loss surgery is increasing. This could be as a result of...

Weight Loss Surgery Before Cosmetic Surgery

I was recently approached by someone who had a “tummy tuck” operation and had started regaining weight 6 months later. They asked if they could have weight loss surgery. Whilst the answer is probably yes, I would have to say to anyone considering surgery...

Post-Holiday Fitness Drive

Autumn is a time when, having come back from holiday, we start to think about our fitness. Getting back into an exercise routine, healthy eating habit and losing those extra “I’m on holiday” pounds can  prove to be difficult. I have no secrets to...