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New Gastric Bypass Research: Why Timing Matters

Written By: Emma Squillace Those who have been researching weight loss surgery are probably somewhat familiar with an operation called the “roux-en-y gastric bypass.” Most people call it the ‘gastric bypass,’ and it is one of the most effective ways to lose weight. Not only is this procedure an excellent tool for substantial weight loss, […]

4 Fears about Varicose Vein Treatment

Written By: Emma Squillace Varicose veins can be unsightly and painful. They are bulging, twisted, large visible veins that cannot go away on their own. In addition to often causing the skin to feel itchy, and the legs to feel heavy, these veins can also result in skin ulcers and wounds that have trouble healing. […]

Why Might Weight Loss Surgery Not Work

Written By: Emma Squillace You likely know that weight loss surgery can be an incredibly safe and effective tool for helping people lose weight. Many of our patients went years or decades, unable to lose a substantial amount of weight, no matter what diet or exercise they tried. These same patients are often able to […]

Weight Loss Surgery or a Balloon?

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Written By: Emma Squillace If you know you want to lose weight, two great options are weight loss surgery and a weight loss balloon. Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, is proven to be a safe and effective means of losing a substantial amount of weight for many people. Not only do bariatric […]

Varicose Veins: What Are My Options?

Written By: Emma Squillace Varicose veins can be frustrating, painful, and interfere with your quality of life. Some people say their biggest complaint about varicose veins is that they are a barrier to feeling comfortable in summer clothes. We have patients who avoid swimming pools, shorts, and hesitate to attend social activities that involve wearing […]

How weight loss surgery is minimally invasive

Written By: Emma Squillace When you think about bariatric surgery, do you picture a major operation? While we do not want to downplay the seriousness of all surgeries, we also want to reassure you that the operations we perform for weight loss at West Medical are almost always done in a way that is minimally […]

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