In 2017, approximately 228,000 bariatric procedures were performed in the United States. The most common bariatric surgery procedures include gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric lap band and biliopancreatic diversion. Gastric lap band surgery is considered the least invasive weight loss surgery and the safest. What is lap band surgery? Gastric lap band surgery for […]
On ABC News: Weight Loss Surgery in Mexico Might Not be as Safe as Advertised
The growing trend of choosing low-cost foreign locations for bariatric surgery poses some serious health risks for patients. Board certified surgeon and fellowship trained bariatric surgeon Dr. Wiljon Beltre provides weight loss surgery to patients in Orlando, Tampa, Altamonte Springs, Central Florida, and surrounding locations. Health and Safety should be a Priority over Other Considerations […]
Duodenal Switch With Biliopancreatic Diversion
Duodenal switch with biliopancreatic diversion is an advanced technique in bariatric surgery to achieve weight loss. During the initial consultation, the surgeon will determine the patient’s candidacy for duodenal switch surgery. Focused bariatric surgeon Dr. Wiljon Beltre provides weight loss procedures to patients in Orlando, Tampa, Altamonte Springs, Central Florida, and surrounding locations in the […]
Major Aspects of Sleeve Gastrectomy
Sleeve gastrectomy is a laparoscopic weight loss procedure. The surgeon places five to six small incisions in the abdomen region and performs the bariatric surgery with the aid of a video camera, also known as a laparoscope. High precision surgical tools are inserted through these small incisions to perform the procedure. The laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy […]
Laparoscopic Gastric Banding Surgery
Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding or LAGB is an advanced weight-loss surgery technique. Candidates with excessive weight or those suffering from obesity-related health conditions may consider this bariatric surgery for safe and effective weight loss. Experienced bariatric surgeon Dr. Wiljon Beltre provides a range of weight loss procedures to patients in Orlando, Tampa, Altamonte Springs, Central […]
Gastric bypass surgery: Is it for you?
Gastric bypass surgery is a safe and proven weight loss procedure. Gastric bypass and various other types of weight loss surgeries are together known as bariatric surgery. Such surgery makes alterations to the stomach and digestive system which limits food intake and nutrient absorption causing weight loss. While this sounds desirable, gastric bypass procedures are […]
Weight Loss Surgery Can Help Relieve Depression
Weight Loss Surgery Can Help Relieve Depression Depression can be termed as an illness involving moods, thoughts and even the entire body. People with morbid obesity are likely to suffer from depression and there are a number of reasons behind it. Emotional health is in tandem with the physical health. Therefore, improvement in physical health […]
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment With Weight Loss
Obstructive sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that occurs when the throat muscles relax during sleep, causing the soft tissue in the back of the throat to collapse and close, effectively blocking the airways. This condition causes the sleep to intermittently struggle for breath and partially get up to resume breathing. Sleep apnea leads to […]
Acid Reflux Treatment
Acid reflux disease is often a precursor to serious long-term problems for a patient suffering from severe obesity. Metabolic and bariatric surgery treatments can offer significant relief too many patients suffering from the symptoms of acid reflux, and reduce their risk of future complications. Metabolic surgery supports rapid weight loss, changes the way the food […]
Diabetes Treatment
Excess weight and obesity can alter the body’s metabolism and hormonal balance, and may result in a metabolic syndrome. This can contribute to serious medical conditions such as hypertension, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Research has now shown that metabolic syndrome can be effectively addressed with bariatric surgery. Advanced weight loss surgery procedures can […]
