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Evolution of Bariatric Surgery

Over the last 30-40 years, bariatric surgery has undergone an incredible evolution. In the 1980s and 1990s, weight loss procedures were open surgeries with high risk and questionable long-term results. After years of technological advances, the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy is a minimally invasive weight loss procedure with proven long-term results and little to no risk.
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Dr Lavin’s Story

I remember my first patient, Joe. Joe struggled with diabetes and was on hundred units of insulin every day. In addition to his diabetes, Joe suffered from various other obesity related medical problems. At the time, I performed a Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass on Joe. The next day, he had normal blood sugar and no longer
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Considering Bariatric Surgery in Mexico?

When considering bariatric surgery, it’s very important to choose a reputable surgeon with a long-standing history of success. In addition, patients should only consider surgeons that are controlled in a regulated environment, unlike in Mexico.  We frequently treat patients who traveled to Mexico for bariatric surgery. Unfortunately, they often return to the United States with
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Hunger and Cravings

Do you want all the wrong foods? Imagine if you could crave healthy foods and curb your hunger in a big way. Losing weight and keeping it off would be much easier, right? Well, the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy is here to help! Most people do not realize that bariatric surgery, particularly the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy,
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Bariatric Surgery: The Most Cost Effective Way to Treat Type 2 Diabetes

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), individuals diagnosed with diabetes spend, on average, about $13,700.00 on medical treatment, prescriptions, etc. per year. This annual expenditure is about 2.3 times more than the medical costs for people without diabetes. For instance, if Jane is diagnosed with diabetes when she’s 35 and she dies when
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