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Patient Advocates

Friday, 03 May 2019 by Dr. Tom Lavin
Our Patient Advocate team is knowledgeable, experienced, and ready to join you on your weight loss journey. Many of our Patient Advocates have been with the practice for over 16 years. From financing to insurance to arranging travel plans, our Patient Advocates take care of it all. All it takes is one call or visit
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Traveling Patients

Tuesday, 30 April 2019 by Dr. Tom Lavin
Patients travel from all over the United States for bariatric surgery performed by our team. To assist our long-distance patients, we offer a travel concierge to assist with travel accommodations and guide patients through the entire experience. Our clinic and hospitals are both conveniently located within 10 miles of the Louis-Armstrong International Airport. Typically, traveling
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Why Diets Don’t Work

Friday, 26 April 2019 by Dr. Tom Lavin
Almost everyone has fallen victim to the unkept promises of a new fad diet (Keto, Atkins, Paleo, etc.). Unfortunately for those struggling with obesity, diets are a short-term solution to a life-long problem. Patients may lose 20, 30, or even 50 pounds while dieting; however, the weight will steadily creep back over time. So, why
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Benefits of Bariatric Surgery

Monday, 22 April 2019 by Dr. Tom Lavin
Say goodbye to comorbidities like sleep apnea and diabetes! The benefits of bariatric surgery are countless. From controlling high blood pressure to curing type 2 diabetes, bariatric surgery can be life-changing. Gerard was nearly 200 pounds overweight before his surgery. He was taking medication for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and acid reflux. He also
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