Anal Fissures
Fissures account for the most common type of painful rectal disease after hemorrhoids. These fissures are small, painful tears in the walls of the anus which are often treated by anti-inflammatory creams. (Read more about Anal Fissures) |
EXERCISE STUDY
With dieting being the most commonly adopted method to lose weight, many of us refrain from taking up exercise. For people who are markedly overweight, it can be difficult to start an exercise program. But, the latest data shows the combination of... (Read more about EXERCISE STUDY) |
Exercise
You have taken the important first step on the path to physical fitness by seeking information. The next step is to decide that you are going to be physically fit. This pamphlet is designed to help you reach that decision and your goal.
The... (Read more about Exercise) |
Fat Study
An important medical study shows what you see all around you. It might sound plain and simple, but the study looked at obesity trends and found that most of us are getting- plain and simple- fat.
This is one of those studies that makes people... (Read more about Fat Study) |
GERD
GERD or gastro-esophageal reflex disease affects millions of Americans. However, only recently has attention been given to this syndrome. (Read more about GERD) |
Gastric Surgery
Gastric surgery to treat obesity was first developed in 1967 in the United States. Over the years, several different types of gastric surgeries have been used. (Read more about Gastric Surgery) |
Health Wrap - Reports on Obesity Surgery, Asthma and Energy Drinks
A new study shows stomach stapling surgery may reduce one’s risk of heart disease.
Mayo clinic researchers were surprised by the findings.
The estimated 10-year risk for death or cardiovascular events, such as a heart attack, in the... (Read more about Health Wrap - Reports on Obesity Surgery, Asthma and Energy Drinks) |
New GERD Procedure
For Julie Bayley there’s nothing better than cooking up an exotic home cooked meal and pairing it with the perfect bottle of wine. But, Julie says that for years her epicurean indulgences left her paying the price…unrelenting vicious heartburn.... (Read more about New GERD Procedure) |
OBESITY AND DIABETES RISK
Scientists have been warning that diabetes will be the next medical crisis in this country. Now – a new study may give us a better warning of who its next victims will be, showing that diabetes, particularly Type 2 diabetes and obesity may be... (Read more about OBESITY AND DIABETES RISK) |
OBESITY AND GI CANCER RISK
There are two new studies out that show that obesity is more than a heart disease risk, that obesity and cancer are also related. Specifically the latest research shows that being overweight raises the risk for colon cancer and esophageal cancer.... (Read more about OBESITY AND GI CANCER RISK) |
OBESITY AND IMPOTENCE
There’s good news and bad news for men suffering from impotence. The bad news, it appears that obesity is a significant contributing factor--a concern given the overall fattening of America. According to the authors of the new study, obesity... (Read more about OBESITY AND IMPOTENCE) |
OBESITY AND RACE
Recent studies have uncovered new links between obesity and race, showing that body fat distribution varies between different races.
We’ve all been told that America’s bulging waistline is increasing our risk for serious diseases like... (Read more about OBESITY AND RACE) |
OBESITY SURGERY AND METABOLIC SYNDROME
There’s new evidence that obesity surgery, which helps people lose weight provides significant health benefits that could prolong life and improve quality of life. The study was done in Taiwan, and looked at obese patients in a surgical weight... (Read more about OBESITY SURGERY AND METABOLIC SYNDROME) |
OBESITY SURGERY SURGE
With the unbelievable rise in obesity rates here in America comes what many would consider an expected consequence- the number of Americans having weight-loss surgery more than quadrupled between 1998 and 2002. (Read more about OBESITY SURGERY SURGE) |
Obesity Costs
There’s no question that the cost of obesity in America is not just a healthcare concern, but an economic concern as well. But exactly how severe is the cost of obesity, and can tackling the financial aspects of obesity help reverse the obesity... (Read more about Obesity Costs) |
Obesity Rates Expected to Soar in the US
Obesity is still on the rise. A new study released by the John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health finds that by 2015, 75% of adults will be overweight, 41% will be obese. The study was a meta-analysis (comprehensive overview) of 20... (Read more about Obesity Rates Expected to Soar in the US) |
Obesity and Dementia
Could your waistline be putting you at risk for dementia and even Alzheimer’s disease later in life?
The list of problems that obesity can cause is long- heart disease, heartburn, diabetes and arthritis, to name a few.
And now, according to... (Read more about Obesity and Dementia) |
Obesity and Weight Loss Surgery
Severe obesity is a chronic condition that is difficult to treat through diet and exercise alone. Bariatric surgery is one of the best options for people who are severely obese and cannot lose weight by traditional means or who suffer from... (Read more about Obesity and Weight Loss Surgery) |
PRE- HYPERTENSION TREATMENT
There is important new research out tonight that may be the start of a different approach in medicine: to treat high blood pressure before it even gets high.
The fact is about 69 percent of people who have a first heart attack, 77 percent of... (Read more about PRE- HYPERTENSION TREATMENT) |
Post Gastric Bypass Eating Habits
By Dr. Thomas Cerebona, Dr. Ashutosh Kaul and Dr. Edward Yatco
Nutritional Expectations:
After Gastric Bypass you will need to make changes to your eating patterns. The diet after surgery progresses from a liquid diet to a pureed diet to a soft... (Read more about Post Gastric Bypass Eating Habits) |
Remedy or Rip Off: Relacor
No doubt, a lot of us are stressed out, and a lot of us have unwanted belly fat.
But are the two linked?
And can an over the counter supplement called relacore help battle both problems at the same time?
The thinking is this: that stress... (Read more about Remedy or Rip Off: Relacor) |
Sleep Apnea Syndrome
By Dr. Adam S. Mednick, M.D., Ph.D.
Sleep apnea syndrome is one of the most under diagnosed illnesses, not only in the United States, but throughout the world. The word ‘apnea’ is derived from the Greek apnoia, meaning’ ‘want of breath’.... (Read more about Sleep Apnea Syndrome) |
WEIGHT LOSS RETAINER
Tina Quinn savors every moment playing outside with her dogs. Most days, she’s held prisoner to her car. As a salesperson she spends most of her time traveling nonstop from client to client, making it unfeasible for her to stick to any sustained... (Read more about WEIGHT LOSS RETAINER) |
Weight Gain in Postmenopausal Woman and the Risk of Breast Cancer
Well, if you need a reason to lose weight and get into shape, here is a new motivation in the form of a health warning for women: being overweight increases one’s risk of developing breast cancer.
The latest study, in the journal of the... (Read more about Weight Gain in Postmenopausal Woman and the Risk of Breast Cancer) |
Weight Loss Surgery for Older Americans
A new study published in the Archives of Surgery found no difference between outcomes of patients younger or older than 60 years who underwent gastric by-pass surgery.
This study at the Western Reserve University Medical Center, followed 900... (Read more about Weight Loss Surgery for Older Americans) |
Women, Obesity Rates, and the Fountain of Youth
The fattening of America is so out there, so obvious, the question has become how do we get the message that we need to reverse the trend?
Perhaps, the message is sinking in, at least among women.
New research released by the CDC shows,... (Read more about Women, Obesity Rates, and the Fountain of Youth) |
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Gastric Bypass Memphis
Dr. David Tichansky
UT Medical Group, Inc.
7945 Wolf River Blvd., Suite 280
Germantown,
TN
38138
Call (888) 857-1803
Are you thinking of gastric bypass surgery? Dr. David Tichansky is a gastric bypass surgery specialist and his expertise and experience in surgery is second to none. Dr. Tichansky, is fellowship trained in laparoscopic surgery, approved by the American Society for Bariatric Surgery and board certified. He is also co-director of the Bariatric Program at UT Medical Group Inc. in Memphis.
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Gastric Bypass Surgery Kitchener, Ontario
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
Traditional weight-loss methods, such as diet and exercise, cannot work for everyone. Dr. Elliot Goodman, MD provides effective gastric bypass surgery at the Beth Israel Medical Center, located in New York City, and will work with OHIP to get full reimbursement for bariatric procedures and travel out of the country. You can have the surgery you need and not worry about getting put on the waiting list for months, or even years.
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Gastric Bypass Surgery Ottawa, Ontario
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
You're tired all the time. Your knees and back hurt constantly. Walking has become difficult and you are starting to feel trapped in your own home. If you, like many other Canadians in the Ottawa, Ontario area, are morbidly obese, the activities of daily life can be nearly impossible. While diet and exercise alone may not solve the problem, gastric bypass surgery has helped many people in your situation lose weight and reclaim their lives.
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Stomach Stapling Austin, Texas
Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
9701 Brodie Ln.
Austin,
TX
78748
Call 888-283-0092
For many obese patients with weight-related health problems, it can seem like there is no relief. If diet and exercise are not working, weight loss surgery might be the solution that you need. At the Texas Bariatric Specialists in Austin, TX, Dr. Nilesh A. Patel performs Stomach Stapling with life-changing results.
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Obesity Surgeon Uptown Manhattan, NYC
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 888-857-1803
For some individuals, obesity is a problem triggered by genetic factors that may prevent them from losing weight no matter how hard they try. If you feel that your specific weight problem is caused by these factors, then undergoing effective weight-loss surgery is your only solution. However, you can't put your well-being into the hands of just any surgeon. To find an obesity surgeon with the skills and the right techniques, you should go to the Center for Obesity Surgery at Columbia Medical Center in Manhattan, where a well-trained staff of medical professionals possesses both the sensitivity and the qualifications to help you target your weight-loss goals.
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Bariatric Surgery NYC
Dr. Elliot Goodman
Beth Israel Medical Center
Beth Israel Medical Center 6th Floor 1st Ave & 16th St
NYC,
NY
10003
Call (888) 351-8607
Trying to lose those extra pounds but find that diet routines or pills just don't work? Have you been working out for months, spending hundreds of dollars on fitness machines without the results you expect? If so, Dr. Elliot Goodman at Beth Israel Medical Center offers you a solution in the form of Bariatric Surgery.
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Bypass Surgery Austin, Texas
Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
9701 Brodie Ln.
Austin,
TX
78748
Call 888-283-0092
Bypass surgery is a serious procedure that requires the assistance of a true professional. At Texas Bariatric Specialists in Austin, Texas, Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, MD will help you effectively lose weight, stay healthy and start a new life after bypass surgery.
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Bariatric Surgery New York City
Dr. Elliot Goodman
Beth Israel Medical Center
Beth Israel Medical Center 6th Floor 1st Ave & 16th St
NYC,
NY
10003
Call (888) 351-8607
Are you tired of weight loss programs and exercise routines that leave you feeling frustrated at the lack of results? Trying to shed weight over the winter season to look your best for summer, but you don't see any improvement after months of work? If so, Dr. Elliot Goodman at Beth Israel Medical Center offers you a solution in the form of Bariatric Surgery.
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Bariatric Surgery Virginia/Maryland
Dr. Hazem Elariny
ALAGSA
2235 Cedar Lane 3FL
Vienna,
VA
22182
Call
You don’t have to live with morbid obesity. It’s time you tried bariatric surgery and got your life back on track. Board certified Dr. Hazem Elariny is a bariatric surgeon based in Maryland, Virginia. He is known for having pioneered the Sleeve Gastrectomy Procedure as a primary procedure for morbid obesity. Dr. Elariny provides the widest range of the most technically advanced laparoscopic procedures at his ALAGSA.
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LAP BANDs Houston, Texas
Lap Band Center of Houston
Lap Band Center of Houston
2525 W Bellfort St. #120
Houston,
TX
77054
Call 888-697-4627
Obesity is a serious problem in the United States and places a growing number of individuals at serious health risks. If you are obese and your body has been unresponsive to dietary and exercise programs, the team at Lap Band Center of Houston specializes in an array of surgical procedures, including LAP BANDs, which can help you work your way back to a healthier and slimmer state. The top priority is always the individual, so you will be sure to receive great personal care every step of the way at Lap Band Center of Houston
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Bariatric Surgery San Jose, California
Dr. Robert McKeen, MD
South Bay Bariatrics
2505 Samaritan Drive, Suite 600
San Jose,
California
95124
Call (888) 566-9369
Are you suffering from obesity and want a safe and effective solution? If so, call Dr. Robert McKeen at South Bay Bariatrics in San Jose, California today to get the help you deserve. Dr. McKeen offers the latest in bariatric surgery treatments to help you get your life back.
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Bariatric Surgery Post Op Care Manhattan
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 looking to undergo surgery in order to eliminate dangerous weight, it is vital that you turn to a team with a growing reputation for excellence in Manhattan. Look no further than Dr. Elliot Goodman and his friendly staff at Beth Israel Center. Dr. Goodman offers innovative surgical treatment options and Bariatric Surgery Post Op Care in order to quickly and effectively treat you.
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Obesity/ Weight Loss Surgery Manhattan, NYC
Dr. Elliot Goodman
Beth Israel Medical Center
Beth Israel Medical Center 6th Floor 1st Ave & 16th St
NYC,
NY
10003
Call (888) 351-8607
Bariatric surgery, a form of obesity/weight loss surgery, has become a major weapon in the fight against morbid obesity. Bariatric surgery specialist in New York City, Dr. Elliot Goodman is an Assistant Professor of Surgery Albert Einstein College of Medicine and a Board Certified general surgeon. Dr. Goodman and his staff treat each patient as an individual and design a treatment regimen that reflects the individuality of the patient.
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Gastric Lap Band Austin, Texas
Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
9701 Brodie Ln.
Austin,
TX
78748
Call 888-283-0092
If diet and exercise is doing nothing for you, then gastric lap band can help you. It is a laparoscopic procedure designed to make the patient feel fuller faster, so that they do not absorb so much unnecessary food. Dr. Nilesh Patel, MD has helped many obese people like you at Texas Bariatric Specialists in Austin, Texas. Do not wait any longer when the gastric lap band procedure can help change your life.
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Bariatric Surgery Mamaroneck
Dr. Daniel G. Davis
The Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery at Lawrence Hospital
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 855-1548
If you have been unable to attain significant weight loss through exercise and dietary plans, Bariatric Surgery may be able to help you achieve a healthier weight while redefining the contours of your body. If you live in or around Mamaroneck, then Dr. Daniel Davis, D.O. and his team at Lawrence Hospital have been helping patients for years, constantly updating their center with the most advanced, minimally invasive technology. They will be very sensitive to your every need in order for you to achieve peace of mind every step of the way throughout a surgical plan designed to meet your specific needs.
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Bariatric Surgery Cedar Park, Texas
Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
9701 Brodie Ln.
Austin,
TX
78748
Call 888-283-0092
Obesity is a condition that afflicts millions around the country. For many who are severely overweight, diet and exercise are unable to help them lose the necessary pounds. Thousands in that situation have turned to Bariatric Surgery as a way to help them regain their fitness and get rid of obesity once and for all. The Texas Bariatric Specialists are leading that charge right along side people ready to attain and healthier and happier life. If you're in the Cedar Park, Texas area the team of certified experts and Texas Bariatric Specialists are ready to help you too.
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Weight Loss Surgery NYC
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 888-857-1803
Are you tired of letting obesity control where you can go in your life? You don't have to deal with the physical and emotional restrictions of being overweight alone, any longer. Countless people who have struggled to loose weight on their own have turned to weight loss surgery in NYC for assistance. The Center for Obesity at Columbia Medical Center is dedicated to giving people who've had difficulty loosing weight, the assistance to regain their health.
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Weight Control Doctor Westchester, New York
Dr. Daniel G. Davis
The Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery at Lawrence Hospital
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 855-1548
Are you looking for a doctor who offers support after weight control surgery? At the Lawrence Hospital in Westchester, just a 15 minute drive from New York City, they believe that it takes a lifetime commitment to help you reach your goal weight. Altering your eating and exercise habits after surgery is just as important as the surgery itself, and this is why when looking for a doctor you should find one who provides the support you need to make these lifestyle changes. The Lawrence Hospital and its Center for Obesity Surgery, provide the post-surgical support you are looking for.
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Bariatric Surgery Kingston, Ontario
Dr. Elliot Goodman
Beth Israel Medical Center
Beth Israel Medical Center 6th Floor 1st Ave & 16th St
NYC,
NY
10003
Call (888) 351-8607
Improve your weight, improve your life. Being obese affects much more than just your weight and affects more than your appearance. Being obese affects you as a person, mentally, physically, and emotional. In Kingston, Ontario, the average wait time for Bariatric surgery is 4-5 years. If you're in need of more immediate bariatric surgery, Dr. Ellioit Goodman, MD at the Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City is offering their services to those in the Kingston, Ontario area, in as little as 4-5 weeks.
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Gastric Bypass Procedure Schertz, Texas
Dr. Nilesh A. Patel, M.D.
Texas Bariatric Specialists
525 Oak Centre Dr. Suite 100
San Antonio,
TX
78258
Call 888-841-8507
Are you struggling to lose the necessary weight for your health? For many who have found it impossible to lose critical weight through traditional means have found better health, more energy and confidence though the gastric bypass procedure. You don't have to battle with obesity alone anymore. If you're around the Schertz, Texas area Dr. Nilesh A. Patel and the team of board certified experts at Texas Bariatric Specialists are dedicated to successfully helping people lose weight through the gastric bypass procedure. It's time to get out of the corner, and start fighting back.
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