Endoscopy for Weight Loss
Written By: Emma Squillace Until recently, if you wanted to lose weight you could choose between a permanent, surgical procedure like the gastric sleeve or gastric bypass, and a temporary, nonsurgical device like the gastric balloon. While bariatric surgeries are proven to be highly safe and effective, they are not the right choice for everyone. […]
Varicose Veins Exercises for Desk Workers
Written By: Emma Squillace You likely know that sitting most of the day is not the best choice for the blood flow in your legs. A primary consequence of sitting the majority of the day is potentially developing varicose veins. Often we advise our vein patients to take brief walks every 1 – 2 hours […]
New Study: Obesity, Cancer, and Young People
Written by: Emma Squillace You may have seen recent articles discussing a study which showed that the incidence of some cancers are on the rise in young adults. Cancer overall has many risk factors including genetics, smoking, alcohol consumption, sun exposure, radiation, hormones, and the foods you eat. We also know that obesity is linked […]