Nicole & Jason – Cravings
Thursday, 01 August 2019
by Dr. Tom Lavin
For Nicole and Jason, cravings do not exist anymore. Because of the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, their relationship with food has changed completely. Nicole used to love sweets at night before bed. She frequently ordered dessert after dinner. Now, Nicole eats to sustain her health, not to satisfy cravings. Rather than eating until she feels overly
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Best friends Kera & Mikey share their journey. Part 4.
Monday, 22 July 2019
by Dr. Tom Lavin
It’s the simple things in life. As Mikey’s health deteriorated over the years, she became less and less physically able to contribute to household chores or yard work outside. Simply walking outside in the Louisiana summer heat would send Mikey’s sugar through the roof. As a naturally independent person, it was very difficult for Mikey
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Nicole & Jason – Shopping after bariatric surgery
Wednesday, 17 July 2019
by Dr. Tom Lavin
Many people struggling with obesity will dread shopping or getting dressed in the morning. Clothes serve as a constant reminder that we aren’t the size we want to be. No matter how many different styles or colors Jason would buy, he still felt uncomfortable and disappointed. Today, because of the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, Nicole and
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Post-Op Active Lifestyle
Tuesday, 16 July 2019
by Dr. Tom Lavin
Patients typically are back to their normal lifestyle very quickly after surgery. We encourage patients to return to work and normal activities within 4-10 days. Within hours of their surgery, patients should be walking the halls and drinking liquids. A Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy creates tremendous health changes for a patient without the burden of a
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