The use of bariatric surgery for the treatment of morbid obesity has increased dramatically over the past decade, which has raised concerns about safety, efficacy and cost-effectiveness.

BMD and serum calcium levels dropped following bariatric surgery in morbidly obese men and women. Despite the benefits associated with long-term weight loss that are achievable with bariatric ...

“As it climbs up and up, with every 5 increased points in BMI, somebody’s chances of dying goes up by 30 percent,” explained Dr. Kuldeep Singh, bariatric surgeon at Mercy Medical Baltimor ...

Shoulder replacement surgery can help relieve pain and increase mobility. It’s covered by Medicare parts A and B if your doctor certifies that it’s medically necessary. Your shoulder is a ...

We have consistent exposure to minimally invasive general surgery (laparoscopic, robotic, foregut, hernia, and bariatric) and colorectal surgery (both open and minimally invasive techniques). Lastly, ...

This means that the muscle in the upper arm bunches up and resembles the arm of the cartoon character Popeye. In severe cases, surgery may be needed to fix the tendon and help the arm heal properly.

Beebe Healthcare is open 24 hours a day, year round, at our Lewes and South Coastal Emergency Departments. Beebe has Walk-in Clinics in Georgetown, Millsboro, Millville, and Rehoboth Beach. They are ...