Weight Loss Surgery

Gastric Sleeve Vs. Gastric Bypass: Which Is Right for Me?

April 14, 2015

There are numerous considerations that must be factored into a decision regarding an appropriate weight loss surgery. Gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery are two of the most popular and effective methods toward this end, and both have been utilized with millions of Americans with great success. There are many similarities and differences between these two prominent techniques. So to help you on your journey to improved health and happiness, Dr. Rishi Ramlogan, our skilled weight loss surgeon, has compiled some helpful information that may assist you in selecting an appropriate technique for your medical needs and goals. Gastric bypass surgery is considered to be a combination weight loss surgery, in that the procedure is both restrictive (reducing the amount of food you can eat), and malabsorptive (limiting the absorption of certain foods). Since the technique involves “bypassing” a portion of small intestine, diet becomes essential. You will have to take vitamins daily and avoid certain foods, including sugary items. Although lifestyle changes may be significant, dramatic weight loss of up to 60-80 percent of your total weight is typical... Read More

Gastric Sleeve Vs. Gastric Bypass: Benefits and Limitations

April 7, 2015

If you’ve been considering weight loss surgery but are unsure which method can offer you the best possible results with the lowest risk of sides effects, you may be daunted by the numerous available procedures. At Griffin Hospital, our experienced bariatric surgeon Dr. Rishi Ramlogan can help you determine which technique is right for you; however, we also strongly believe in patient education. As a result, we have detailed a range of benefits and limitations of two of the most popular weight loss surgery options, gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, also called Roux-en-Y, for your convenience. There are many similarities between a sleeve gastrectomy operation and the gastric bypass, including the potential for dramatic weight loss. They are also both performed laparoscopically, a minimally invasive method that reduces incision size. Both approaches will limit the amount of food intake, and both require a restricted diet following the operation to help achieve optimal weight loss and reduce the risk of complications. There are important distinctions, as well. With the gastric sleeve method, the stomach will be reduced in size by up to 80 percent... Read More

How Can Gastric Bypass Surgery Affect Diabetes?

March 5, 2015

Millions of Americans suffer from type 2 diabetes (T2D), the most common form of this condition, which affects the levels of glucose and insulin in the bloodstream. Often developing as a result of significant weight gain, T2D can cause a multitude of serious health problems, including heart attack, liver failure, and blindness. If you’re obese and suffering from T2D, and you’ve tried conservative weight loss methods with little to no lasting success, gastric bypass surgery from our skilled bariatric surgeon may be able to help you achieve diabetes remission. While there are several bariatric operations that can offer substantial weight loss, gastric bypass surgery, particularly the Roux-en-Y technique, has been shown to also aid in achieving normoglycemia (balance in blood sugar). During a Roux-en-Y procedure, the stomach will be reduced in size and a segment of the small intestine will be rerouted to the newly created stomach pouch. This can diminish the capacity of the stomach, therefore restricting the number of calories that can be consumed, as well as reduce calorie absorption due to the digested food bypassing a significant portion of... Read More

Diabetes and the Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery

February 26, 2015

One of the key concerns of carrying significant excess weight is the increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Diabetes occurs as a result of your body’s inability to maintain stable glucose (sugar) levels. Type 2 diabetes, also called T2D, is the most common form of this condition, and it can develop when your body cannot produce enough insulin (a hormone that regulates glucose). In some cases, your body may produce enough insulin; however, your system may not be able to properly utilize the hormone to combat the volume of glucose, typically leading to insulin resistance. Insulin helps glucose move into cells, and without it glucose can build up in the bloodstream, increasing the risk of developing life-threatening problems, such as heart attack, stroke, or dehydration. Fortunately, losing weight can aid in reducing or eliminating diabetes symptoms. If you’re obese, diabetic, and having difficulty losing weight, our experienced bariatric surgeon, Dr. Rishi Ramlogan, may be able to help. Losing a substantial amount of weight can reduce the need for antidiabetic medications and, in some cases, eliminate the need for prescription diabetes... Read More

Considering Bariatric Surgery

April 5, 2013

If you are a person who has been suffering from severe obesity (morbid obesity) you may have considered bariatric surgery (weight loss surgery). There are several types of bariatric surgery. Each procedure has pros and cons. Each procedure requires a lifestyle change that includes stress management, exercise and good nutrition. Bariatric surgery also requires lifelong follow-up with the bariatric surgery team and multivitamin and mineral supplements. Oversight of Bariatric Procedures performed at Griffin Hospital Lap-Band – The lap-band is a restrictive procedures (allows you to feel satisfied with less food). The key to success with the Lap-Band is frequent follow-up and optimal adjustments to the silicone ring. The expected average excess weight loss is around 50%. Thus, this procedure is usually recommended for persons who need to lose less significant weight. Health benefits such as resolution of sleep apnea, better control of diabetes and other conditions are related to the amount of weight loss and maintenance over the long term. Sleeve Gastrectomy (Gastric Sleeve) – Even though the Sleeve Gastrectomy is considered a restrictive procedure, it must be noted that... Read More

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