Bariatric Surgery
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Sleeve Gastrectomy Helps Elyria Man Lose Over 100 Pounds
After an initial evaluation at University Hospitals Digestive Health Institute, 23-year-old Kobe Thomas was approved for a sleeve gastrectomy, a minimally invasive procedure in which about 70 percent of the patient’s stomach is removed.
Equestrian Riding High Again After Weight-Loss Surgery
Meghan Kelley underwent a sleeve gastrectomy procedure when her weight started interfering with her work as a riding instructor/trainer and nurse.
Gastric Bypass Helps Patient Lose Over 110 Pounds
Down 112 pounds since her gastric bypass at UH Digestive Health Institute, Shawnte Richardson of Maple Heights looks and feels better than ever.
Maryam’s Story
When diet and exercise alone were no longer enough to control her weight, Maryam enrolled in the UH Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence+ program.
Top 10 Weight Loss Surgery Myths Debunked
Losing weight with diet and exercise alone can be difficult and often temporary. Our expert explains why surgery may be an effective weight loss tool for certain people.
Nurse’s Life Transformed with Weight Loss Surgery
Determined to improve his health, this 35-year-old nurse opted for bariatric surgery at UH Parma Medical Center and lost 165 pounds.
Can Ozempic Treat Other Common Diseases Too?
Growing research suggests that Ozempic and similar medications may help treat heart disease, sleep apnea, kidney disease, polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), substance use disorder and other conditions.
What Can You Eat After Bariatric Surgery?
Aviv Ben-Meir, MD, a specialist in bariatric and metabolic surgery, shares more about healthy eating after weight loss surgery.