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Eating after Bariatric Surgery

Friday, 22 March 2019 by Dr. Tom Lavin
Our dedicated team of dieticians will provide instruction to patients leading up to surgery and follow-up with patients post-surgery as well. Eating post-surgery typically starts with liquids, then progresses to a soft diet, and ultimately back to a regular diet. Despite a somewhat slower dieting transition, most patients immediately notice a difference with their hunger
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Do patients have to exercise after bariatric surgery?

Friday, 22 March 2019 by Dr. Tom Lavin
Although exercise is critical to a patient’s health over time, weight-loss is more related to actual dietary adjustments. However, as can be expected, exercising plus the dietary adjustment will produce even greater results. Patients typically lose weight quickly after bariatric surgery but should not wait to start exercising. Post-surgery, patients report feeling excited to start
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How much weight should a patient expect to lose after bariatric surgery?

Friday, 22 March 2019 by Dr. Tom Lavin
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Dr. Thomas Lavin – Introduction

Friday, 22 March 2019 by Dr. Tom Lavin
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