Long-Term Health Benefits of Bariatric Surgery

December 29, 2025 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Weight Loss Surgery

Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, has become a life-changing option for individuals struggling with severe obesity. While the initial focus is often on shedding excess pounds, the real power of bariatric surgery lies in the long-term health improvements that come with it. From re...

Why Joining a Support Group After Bariatric Surgery Can Make All the Difference

August 11, 2025 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Post Weight Loss Surgery

Bariatric surgery marks the start of a life-changing journey, not just in terms of weight loss but in every aspect of daily living—eating habits, physical activity, mindset, and emotional well-being. While the physical transformation is significant, many patients find that navigating the emotional...

SADI-S Procedure: A Modified Duodenal Switch Surgery

June 09, 2025 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Bariatric Procedures

In recent years, the SADI-S (Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy) has gained popularity as a bariatric procedure, often seen as a modified version of the traditional duodenal switch. Both procedures are effective in helping patients achieve significant weight loss, partic...

Understanding and Managing Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery

March 17, 2025 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Post Weight Loss Surgery

Hair loss after bariatric surgery is a common concern among bariatric patients, with nearly 80% experiencing this temporary side effect. While it can be alarming to notice thinning hair during recovery, it is usually a normal response to rapid weight loss and nutritional changes. Understanding the c...

Gastric Bypass vs. Gastric Sleeve: Which Weight Loss Surgery Is Right for You?

February 17, 2025 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Bariatric Procedures

When considering weight loss surgery, comparing the gastric bypass vs. gastric sleeve is a common and crucial step. Both procedures offer significant weight loss benefits and can improve or even resolve weight-related health conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and high choles...

Dumping Syndrome After Bariatric Surgery: Understanding and Managing the Condition

September 16, 2024 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Post Weight Loss Surgery

Bariatric surgery offers a transformative path for individuals struggling with obesity, leading to significant weight loss and improved health. However, patients may experience certain complications, one of which is dumping syndrome after bariatric surgery. Understanding dumping syndrome after baria...

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Long-Term Health Benefits of Bariatric Surgery

Why Joining a Support Group After Bariatric Surgery Can Make All the Difference

SADI-S Procedure: A Modified Duodenal Switch Surgery

Understanding and Managing Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery

Gastric Bypass vs. Gastric Sleeve: Which Weight Loss Surgery Is Right for You?

Dumping Syndrome After Bariatric Surgery: Understanding and Managing the Condition

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