Visceral fat, or active fat, sits inside your abdominal cavity and wraps around nearby organs like the liver, stomach and intestines. Visceral fat is also metabolized by the liver. Once it’s turned into cholesterol and circulated in the blood, it can get stuck inside the arteries. This type of fat is dangerous because it can […]
What Causes Type 2 Diabetes?
Diabetes is a malfunction of the metabolic system, which means the body is unable to process glucose (e.g., sugar) correctly. In a nondiabetic person, the peptide hormone called insulin metabolizes carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Those with type 2 diabetes struggle with elevated blood sugar levels because the pancreas either produces too little or no insulin […]
What is Obesity & What Causes It?
Obesity is a complex disease that can be caused or exacerbated by genetics, behavior and environment. Healthcare providers diagnose obesity based on body mass index (BMI), waist circumference and other symptoms. It can lead to a number of health problems and complications like sleep apnea, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and coronary heart disease. […]
Lap Band vs. Gastric Sleeve
If you’re notably overweight or obese, you may have discussed bariatric surgery with your primary care doctor. Bariatric surgery can help you lose weight fast and alleviate or eliminate a number of health issues like diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, depression and even some types of cancer. Lap band and gastric sleeve are two of the […]
Ten Ways to Prepare for Gastric Bypass Surgery
If you’ve been struggling with 100 pounds or more of excess weight that just won’t come off (despite multiple diet and exercise programs), then your primary care doctor may refer you to a weight loss surgeon for gastric bypass surgery. Gastric bypass surgery helps you lose weight by changing how your stomach and small intestines […]
Important Notice About Coronavirus and COVID-19
To Our Patients: As your healthcare provider, we value—and are committed to—your health and the health of your family. We also understand that you have concerns about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, which has now been designated a global pandemic. At all times, we prioritize optimal health, safety and infection control. During this outbreak we […]
Lap Band Surgery Pros and Cons
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 […]
