• Bariatric Surgery Explained

  • Aug 1 2024
  • Length: 31 mins
  • Podcast

Bariatric Surgery Explained

  • Summary

  • Bariatric surgery is a viable option for patients struggling with morbid obesity and associated medical conditions. Aimee Hymel, MD, Board Certified and Fellowship-trained bariatric and general surgery specialist with Our Lady of Lourdes Health, discusses the various aspects of bariatric surgery and its impact on patients' health in this episode of The Doctor Will Hear You Now. Dr. Hymel shares insights on the surgical solutions for weight loss, the role of bariatric surgery in resolving medical conditions associated with morbid obesity, and the importance of lifestyle changes before and after surgery. Dr. Hymel also addresses the misconceptions about bariatric surgery and talks about the future of weight loss medicine. Key Moments: Could Bariatric Surgery Be Right for You? - 4:25 What Exactly is Morbid Obesity? – 4:56 Exploring Your Bariatric Surgery Options – 7:09 Getting Ready for Bariatric Surgery – 12:58 Life After Weight Loss Surgery – 17:53 How Weight Loss Meds and Surgery Work Together – 19:32 What's New in Bariatric Medicine – 25:46 Weight Loss Surgery Considerations for Pregnancy – 27:59 Learn more about Aimee Hymel, MD. Read more about bariatric surgery and other weight loss approaches on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/changing-lives-with-bariatric-surgery-is-it-right-for-you/ https://health.fmolhs.org/body/bariatric-surgery-a-guide-to-what-to-expect-after-the-weight-loss-procedure/ https://health.fmolhs.org/body/bariatric-surgery-a-guide-to-preparing-for-the-weight-loss-procedure/ The Doctor Will Hear You Now is a podcast of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System. Do you have an idea for an episode of The Doctor Will Hear You Now? Email us: podcast@fmolhs.org. #BariatricSurgery #WeightLoss #TheDoctorWillHearYouNow #podcast
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