West Medical: How can a laser fix a vein?
Written By: Emma Squillace Decades ago, people who wanted varicose vein treated had few choices. The treatments were invasive and painful. Today, the landscape of vein treatment is substantially improved. At West Medical, our patients have a wide range of vein treatments including minimally invasive and non invasive options that are quick and comfortable. One […]
How Much Weight Loss is Enough?
Written By: Emma Squillace For someone who is overweight or obese, we know that losing weight can come with both medical benefits and lifestyle improvements like increased confidence and more energy. But how much weight counts as ‘good weight loss’? 2 ways of talking about weight loss When doctors talk about weight and weight loss, […]
Morgan Bartley: My Weight Loss Story
Written By: Morgan Bartley When I first started looking into weight loss surgery, I was seventeen years old and felt like I had no idea where to even begin with the process. After dealing with obesity for most of my life, it was when I found myself at nearly 300 pounds that I decided it […]
Is this a Red Flag after Weight Loss Surgery?
Written By: Emma Squillace After you’ve had weight loss surgery, there will be a period of recovery and healing. Most patients do very well after surgery, but it’s important to be educated on any red flags to look for. During your recovery – and for years after – it’s normal to wonder what signs […]
Men & Varicose Veins
When you picture someone who has varicose veins, do you imagine a woman? If so, that is fair since there are more women than men with these visible veins. One reason that a somewhat higher percent of women get varicose veins is because they can be linked to pregnancy and hormonal changes. However, the gender […]