Obesity and Depression Strongly Linked
The link between common mental illness and obesity should be given more attention because the two health problems are closely connected, according to researchers at the University of Adelaide. An editorial in the British Medical Journal add support to claims of a two-way risk between obesity and common mental disorders.
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Obesity Rates May Be Leveling Off
Here is some remarkable news. We, meaning Americans in general, have finally begun to stop getting fatter. Not that we are any thinner, but at least our national weight expansion has leveled off. This semi-encouraging news comes from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (Read more about Obesity Rates May Be Leveling Off)
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Obesity Seems to Degrade Men's Sex Lives
Obese men undergo significant hormonal changes and experience markedly worse sex lives – but stomach-stapling surgery can correct those troubles, a recent small study showed.
“Previous studies have found that obesity is correlated to lower sperm count and can be associated with infertility, but we wanted to know if obesity was biologically associated with an unsatisfying sex life, and if so, could it be reversible,” the study’s lead author, Ahmad Hammoud, of the University of Utah, said in an Endocrine Society news release. “Our results show that the answer to both questions may be yes.” (Read more about Obesity Seems to Degrade Men's Sex Lives)
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Adding Dietary Calcium Helps Lose Weight
Increasing the supply of calcium in one's diet facilitates weight loss - but only in people who fail to ingest enough calcium, a recent study showed.The study was published in the British Journal of Nutrition, and was performed by Angelo Tremblay and his team at Université Laval's Faculty of Medicine, in Quebec City, Canada.
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Best Hospitals Have Lowest Chance of Bariatric Surgery Complications
A study released by HealthGrades identified 88 hospitals as the nations "best" performers (five-star rated), with mortality rates, complication rates and patient lengths of stay that are dramatically lower than other poorly rated hospitals. The independent healthcare ratings organization rated the quality of bariatric surgery in hospitals across 19 states.
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Expert Commentary: Daniel Farkas, M.D. FACS 9/24/2009
As disclosure, I'll preface by saying that my hospital is NOT a center of excellence. This has been an area of interest for the last few years. Not just in bariatric surgery, but in all sorts of specialized surgery, for example pancreas surgery. Most studies will show that high volume centers have better outcomes.
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Expert Commentary: Ron Hekier, M.D. 9/24/2009
A recent report revealed some important information for people about to undergo weight loss surgery. A study released by HealthGrades showed that certain hospitals had dramatically lower death rates, complications rates, and lengths of stay in the hospital after bariatric surgery when compared to other hospitals. Those hospitals with the best results were rated as 5-star rated hospitals for bariatric surgery.
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Expert Commentary: Dr. Elliot Goodman M.D. - June 9, 2009
This latest study in Circulation Research reveals some striking new data. You don’t necessarily have to be overweight to develop atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries.
The study suggests that danger is the chronic inflammation of the arteries caused by eating fatty foods and is independent of high cholesterol or triglyceride levels. (Read more about Expert Commentary: Dr. Elliot Goodman M.D. - June 9, 2009)
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Expert Commentary: Dr. Elliot Goodman M.D. - June 4, 2009
We often hear about the physical causes and effects of obesity, but we rarely hear about the emotional and psychological factors. Today, obesity is no longer diagnosed only during middle age - it's becoming the norm to hear that young people in their 20's are dealing with the disease. Obviously, poor diet and a sedentary lifestyle contribute to the onset of obesity, but what's going on behind the scenes?
We know that overeating is the main cause of obesity, but few know what leads to this increase in food intake. The answer is simple: stress. Many young people today live a hectic lifestyle full of stress and anxiety. To cope with the constant physical and emotional drain, many people turn to one of life's simplest pleasures: food. (Read more about Expert Commentary: Dr. Elliot Goodman M.D. - June 4, 2009)
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Liver Chemical Crucial in Keeping Blood Fats Low
Dramatic underproduction of a particular liver biochemical seems to be the cause of the pathologically high blood-fat levels associated with type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome in obese mice, a recent study found. Metabolic syndrome is a disorder that places its sufferers at greatly increased risk for cardiovascular disease, and is marked by the intersection of several symptoms, including belly obesity, high blood pressure and high blood fats.
The research, done by Stephan Herzig and his colleagues at the German Cancer Research Center (Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum, or DKFZ), was published in the journal Diabetes. (Read more about Liver Chemical Crucial in Keeping Blood Fats Low)
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Lap Band Center of Houston
Lap Band Center of Houston
2525 W Bellfort St. #120
Houston,
TX
77054
Call 281-207-8640
Are you someone whose weight has gotten out of hand? The up and down battle with your wait can be exhausting. With the help of The Lap Band Surgery Center, you can win the battle with obesity. The fight is far from easy, but with committed team of weight loss experts by your side, health and happiness is within reach. If you or a loved one is struggling to lose weight, in the Houston, Texas area, don't spend an extra moment exposed to the physical and emotional risks of obesity.
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Dr. Miguel Silva
The Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery at Lawrence Hospital
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call 888-468-9351
If obesity is threatening your health, if you find your body unresponsive to diet and exercise alone, and you don't know where to turn, then Lawrence Hospital-Center for Advanced Surgery in Yonkers can help. This innovative facility offers the most advanced weight loss surgeries available, and has a group of caring professionals led by Dr. Daniel Davis who will work with you throughout your treatment, and support you as your reach your goals.
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Columbia University Medical Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
NYC,
NY
10032
Call 888-838-9148
Your health is in your hands. Deciding to have obesity surgery is a pretty significant decision, and choosing the right weight loss surgery center and surgeon is just as important. You should look for a Center that has: qualified and skilled surgeons, a dedicated staff that's committed to long term weight management, and overall, a group of people who will treat you with the respect and dignity you deserve as a patient.
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Dr. Elliot Goodman
Beth Israel Medical Center
Beth Israel Medical Center 6th Floor 1st Ave & 16th St
NYC,
NY
10003
Call (888) 351-8607
At Beth Israel Medical Center in the heart of New York City, Dr. Elliot Goodman performs obesity surgery a short drive to Brooklyn, NYC.
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Lap Band Center of Houston
Lap Band Center of Houston
2525 W Bellfort St. #120
Houston,
TX
77054
Call 281-207-8640
The burdens of being significantly overweight or obese are a lot to bear and if left unchecked, they can lead to serious health risks. It sounds dramatic but it's no exaggeration: obesity and morbid obesity are conditions that require attention and the sooner, the better.Those in the Houston, Texas area now have the tools to beat obesity.
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Dr. Elliot Goodman
Beth Israel Medical Center
Beth Israel Medical Center 6th Floor 1st Ave & 16th St
NYC,
NY
10003
Call (888) 351-8607
If you are in need of Weight Loss Surgery or are seeking Pain Management as a result of Weight Loss Surgery, look no further than the Beth Israel Center in NYC. Dr. Elliot Goodman and his talented team of professionals have a broad range of treatment options to accompany years of experience.
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Dr. Marc Bessler, M.D.
Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
Manhattan,
NY
10032
Call 888-838-9148
Has diet and exercise failed to help you lose weight? Is obesity causing you a multitude of physical and emotional problems? For those who've struggled to lose weight on your own, Dr. Marc Bessler, MD and the Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery can use Lap Band surgery help you lose weight. If you're in the Manhattan, NYC area you don't have to fight obesity alone. Call Dr. Bessler today for more information.
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Columbia University Medical Center Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Milstein Hospital Building, 7-435, 177 Fort Washington Avenue
Manhattan,
NY
10032
Call 718-509-9178
The Cardiac Surgery Program at Columbia University Medical Center in Manhattan, NYC is ranked among the best in the world. They are known for their innovative research, and also for the creation of new, minimally invasive surgical techniques. They perform over 1,600 open heart surgeries annually.
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Columbia University Medical Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
Manhattan,
NY
10032
Call 888-838-9148
Are you living with Obesity and struggling to lose a hundred pounds or more? Have you tried every diet created and simply are unable to lose the weight? For those who just can not shed off the excess weight, weight loss surgery, also known as Bariatric Surgery, can be a solution to your problem. The team of Board Certified Surgeons at the Center for Obesity Surgery New York Presbyterian Hospital/ Columbia Medical Center can help explain those options to you.
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Dr. Marc Bessler, M.D.
Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
Manhattan,
NY
10032
Call 888-838-9148
Have you been unable to lose weight? Have your efforts to shed those unsightly pounds only led to a number of failed attempts to achieve happiness equaled only by the count you see on your scale each morning? You may be one of the millions of unfortunate people who suffer from a genetic predisposition to obesity. Bariatric Surgery can finally rescue you from obesity. Dr. Marc Bessler, MD at Columbia University Medical Center for Obesity Surgery is a renowned bariatric surgeon specializing in many different weight loss procedures.
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Dr. Miguel Silva
The Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery at Lawrence Hospital
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call 888-468-9351
At Lawrence Hospital's Center for Obesity Surgery in Westchester, they strive to give you the tools and support necessary to achieve the results you desire. Dr. Silva and the rest of his staff work tirelessly to provide patients with the most innovative weight control techniques.
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Outpatient Services | Laboratory & Pathology Services
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 281-4612
Diagnostic testing services are provided at Lawrence Hospital Center in Bronxville, Eastchester, New York. Lawrence Hospital Center Laboratory is a state-of-the art, full service, computerized Laboratory accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP). They offer a wide range of diagnostic testing services, while understanding patient cares importance, which is why their motto is "High Tech-High Touch." Thousands of tests are performed each day at the center, but the staff uses the philosophy that results are more than just numbers, understanding that each result can have a life-altering impact.
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Dr. Elliot Goodman
Beth Israel Medical Center
Beth Israel Medical Center 6th Floor 1st Ave & 16th St
New York City,
New York
10003
Call (888) 351-8607
Has your weight gotten out of control? Have you tried countless diet and exercise programs to manage your weight loss? In a world filled with fast and unhealthy foods its more difficult then people think to balance diet, exercise and nutrition. Don%u2019t feel bad about looking for help to regain your health and well-being. If you or a loved one is struggling to lose weight Dr. Elliot Goodman, MD and the team at Beth Israel Medical Center can help. With over 10 years of surgical experience, Dr. Goodman has helped people all across North America fight obesity, with step by step guidance and the latest weight loss procedures.
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Columbia University Medical Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
New York City,
NY
10032
Call 888-838-9148
Over 50% of Americans report the desire to loose weight, so if you're battling obesity, you're certainly not alone. But for those who face morbid obesity, you may find diet and exercise alone aren't enough to treat it. Fortunately, there is help available. Increasingly, bariatric surgery is being used as a tool in the fight against morbid obesity. At the Center for Obesity Surgery at New York Presbyterian Hospital/ Columbia Medical Center in New York City they offer bariatric surgery.
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Outpatient Services | Laboratory & Pathology Services
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 281-4612
>Have you recently been sick or injured? Are you unsure about how condition will affect your life? The first step to taking effective action against illness and disease is to understand the essentials of your condition. The Lawrence Hospital Department of Outpatient Services offers the families of the Westchester County, New York community comprehensive diagnostic testing services for the past 100 years. Their dedication and focus on providing the best possible care, utilizing the latest technology has led them to adopt the nickname "High-tech, High-tough" for their medical testing services. If you or your loved one is in need for a clearer picture about their physical condition, contact the Lawrence Hospital Department of Outpatient Services today.
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Dr. Jorge L. Rincon, MD FACS
San Antonio Weight Loss Center
730 N. Main Ave. Suite #601
San Antonio,
TX
78205
Call 888-705-2542
You may be suffering from Type-II diabetes and high blood pressure as well as osteoarthritis. Sleep apnea may leave you tired during the day, and you may be depressed. If you, like many people today, are obese or morbidly obese, the Bariatric Surgeons at San Antonio Weight Loss Center in San Antonio, Texas have solutions to change your life.
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Dr. Robert McKeen, MD
South Bay Bariatrics
2505 Samaritan Drive, Suite 600
San Jose,
CA
95124
Call 1-408-402-9911
Sometimes dieting and exercising does not help fight obesity. If you've tried diets and exercises to no avail, do not worry--bariatric surgery is right for you. Dr. Robert McKeen MD is located at South Bay Bariatrics in California and has performed over 4000 surgeries and has over 10 years of experience in bariatric surgery.
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Dr. Miguel Silva
The Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery at Lawrence Hospital
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call 888-468-9351
If you are looking for a surgeon and live in the New York City metropolitan area, Dr. Daniel G. Davis has the experience and the skill required of a surgical specialist. Dr. Davis operates out of the state of the art Lawrence Hospital Center: Center for Advanced Surgery and is an expert in weight loss surgery. Along with his team of certified professionals, Dr. Davis will work with you every step of the way.
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Dr. Robert McKeen, MD
South Bay Bariatrics
2505 Samaritan Drive, Suite 600
San Jose,
CA
95124
Call 1-408-402-9911
The rollercoaster ride of up and down weight with dieting is not only frustrating, it's also detrimental to your health. If you've tried hundreds of diets without long term success, it's time you found a permanent solution for weight loss. Dr. Robert McKeen a qualified Bariatric Surgeon at South Bay Bariatrics located in San Jose, CA can help. South Bay Bariatrics is a well-known establishment that provides safe, effective medical treatment to all of their patients.
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Outpatient Services | Laboratory & Pathology Services
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 281-4612
In order to take the right steps against disease you need to understand your condition fully and completely. The diagnostic laboratory services of the Lawrence Hospital Department of Outpatient Services have helped over 600,000 people each in the Bronxville, Eastchester, New York area get decisive test results. If you or a loved on are looking for medical testing and imagine services don't waste another moment, Lawrence Hospital is here to serve.
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