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Everyone who has experienced heartburn knows what it feels like, but what exactly is going on when you have heartburn?

If you’re trying to decide whether or not to get bariatric surgery, cost is a very important factor. Bariatric procedures in the USA typically cost well over $10,000, and most people are not able to simply pay that in cash.

Holiday celebrations often include a lot of tasty treats that delight your taste buds but can make your blood sugar soar. Find out how to manage both over the holidays from a specialist who is well-known for his expertise in diabetes management.

Are you struggling to overcome the physical and emotional effects of excess weight? Ready for a change? Discover the benefits of viewing weight loss as a journey rather than a quick trip with a fad diet.

You may feel like you’re stuck with the effects of hormonal imbalances once you reach a certain age. But that’s not true. Find out how an expert can help rebalance your hormones and your life with medically supervised hormone replacement therapy.

Gastric sleeve surgery is becoming more popular as a weight loss intervention. It works well for severely obese patients who have suffered from health problems as a result of their obesity.

Many people are surprised to learn that what they thought of as a “few extra pounds” actually moves them into the obese category. Find out how obesity is defined by medical and nutrition experts, and most importantly, what you can do to overcome it.

Diabetes is one of the most common health afflictions among American adults. The CDC estimates that Americans with diabetes number over 30 million, or just under 10% or the American population!

Learn what we’re doing here at Southern Nevada Bariatrics to help limit the spread of COVID-19, as we continue to provide outstanding care for our patients.

More and more people are choosing the gastric sleeve as their desired method for losing large amounts of weight in a relatively short time.

If you’re a recent weight loss surgery patient or are planning to get weight loss surgery, you may be wondering how you’ll be able to live a healthy and active lifestyle during recovery.

Bariatric surgery is an incredibly effective way for obese patients to lose a significant amount of weight in a short period of time.

Adequate preparation is a key ingredient for successful weight-loss surgery. Find out what you can do to get ready for this life-changing procedure.

Recovering from gastric sleeve surgery often comes with a great deal of discomfort. Patients often report abdominal pain in the weeks after surgery, and for some it can be severe.

Have you succeeded at weight loss only to gain those pounds, and more, back after you stopped dieting? So, you try again, lose again, and then gain again. Find out how medical weight loss can end that frustrating and dangerous cycle of yo-yo dieting.

Can surgery decrease your appetite and induce hormonal changes that aid in weight loss? Can it also improve conditions like hypertension and Type 2 diabetes? Yes. It’s not for everyone, but sleeve gastrectomy can do all that and more.

Is there anything you can do to keep heartburn from spoiling your mealtime enjoyment? Yes. Learn five simple lifestyle changes you can make that may prevent heartburn from controlling your life.

When you have diabetes, adjusting your diet, tracking your blood sugar, and making sense of your medications can be overwhelming. Yet each is critical to controlling the disease. Learn more about managing your diabetes and who can help.

Worried about traveling for your weight-loss surgery? At Southern Nevada Bariatrics, we’re proud to provide you with a dedicated patient travel specialist to ensure your travel is as easy as possible.

Curious about what menopause and andropause symptoms hormone replacement therapy can address? Find out how hormone therapy can give you a boost, help prevent disease, assist with weight loss, and more.

Have you had bariatric surgery but aren’t seeing the results you expected? Do you have uncomfortable symptoms now, like vomiting or abdominal pain? It could be time to consider revision surgery; take a few moments to learn more about it.

Gastric bypass surgery can significantly change your life and health. For the fastest and smoothest recovery, be sure to follow your doctor's advice regarding eating, physical activity, and finding support.

Bariatric surgery delivers many benefits. You may be surprised to learn that helping control type 2 diabetes is among them? Read on to learn how weight loss surgery accomplishes this.