Understanding Insurance Coverage for Weight Loss Surgery

February 19, 2024 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Pre Weight Loss Surgery
insurance coverage for weight loss surgery
Navigating the complex landscape of insurance coverage for weight loss surgery can be daunting. Often perceived as an elective procedure, weight loss surgery is increasingly acknowledged by both medical professionals and insurance providers as a crucial intervention for combating the serious health ...

Understanding the Metabolic Impact of Bariatric Surgery

November 27, 2023 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Bariatric Procedures
Metabolic Impact of Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery is a life-altering procedure that can have profound effects on metabolic health, leading to significant improvements in various metabolic parameters. It is crucial for individuals considering this procedure or those who have already undergone it to understand the metabolic impact o...

Will my Stomach Stretch After Bariatric Surgery?

September 18, 2023 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Weight Regain
stomach stretch after bariatric surgery
One of the most common questions we get in the field of bariatrics is, “Will my stomach stretch after bariatric surgery?” Patients want to understand what they can expect regarding stomach size long-term after a gastric bypass or a gastric sleeve.  Almost all adults have the same stomach size, ...

Who is a Candidate for Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

August 07, 2023 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Bariatric Procedures
Who is a candidate for gastric sleeve surgery
The gastric sleeve procedure is a popular bariatric operation due to its weight loss results and perceived simplicity. The gastric sleeve surgery is the most straightforward of the invasive bariatric procedures, leaving many overweight patients wondering if they would be a good candidate for gastri...

The Gastric Sleeve Diet

July 24, 2023 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Bariatric Procedures
gastric sleeve diet for bariatric patients
Before or after your weight loss surgery, you may be looking for details of what a gastric sleeve diet would look like for a bariatric patient. Getting to surgery can take several months, so if you’re here before your bariatric procedure and curious about what life will look like long-term after a...