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But according to Dr Ruan De Jongh, bariatric surgeon based at Life Groenkloof Hospital, that silence needs to end. “People almost always whisper it when they ask about surgery,” he says.

Learn essential post-bariatric surgery diet guidelines, including meal progression, protein intake, supplements, hydration, and long-term healthy eating habits.

Epworth was the first private hospital group in the Asia Pacific region to introduce robotic-assisted surgery in 2003, at Epworth Richmond. The first surgical robot at Epworth Geelong was installed in ...

Scott Bagwill was ready to go under the knife for his bariatric surgery, but at the last minute, a complication arose that put the procedure in jeopardy. In Us Weekly ’s exclusive sneak peek of ...

In recent years, Dr. Gachassin has led efforts to have more insurance companies cover bariatric surgeries, with expanded coverage expected to begin by 2026 for some individuals.

Undeterred, Vannessa sought a second opinion from Dr Amy Alderman but faced another setback when her request was turned down there as well. Two surgeons have rejected '1000-lb Best Friends' star ...

Meghan Crumple's surgeon calls her 'less successful' patients '1000-lb Best Friends' star Meghan Crumple underwent bariatric surgery after she reached 500 lbs mark during Season 1. While she ...

A bariatric surgeon may also be a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. To do this, they must be board-certified and have served as the primary surgeon on at least 25 ...

When Dr. Rami Abraham, general surgeon, joined Reynolds Memorial Hospital, he brought with him five years of robotic surgery experience.

Bariatric surgery is a significant intervention for individuals struggling with obesity. It offers the potential for substantial weight loss, but it also presents a complex array of psychological ...