Learn about the latest options for weight loss surgery at our 2012 Information Nights

On March 17, 2012, in Events, Gastric Banding, Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, by uppergisurgery

Our patients tell us that the best thing that we do is offer information evenings where our team of surgeons and bariatric practitioners take attendees through a presentation where they explain the latest options available in weight loss surgery. During the presentation you will learn the advantages and disadvantages of the different surgical procedures available [...]

Eating Meals during Ramadan after Bariatric Surgery

Suhoor Although it may be tempting to sleep past dawn Suhoor is the most important meal of the day and it will need to provide you with energy for many hours whilst you fast. It is therefore particularly important to consume slowly-digesting foods that will provide sustained energy release. Your Suhoor meal should be made [...]

Dr Michael Talbot Chat on 60 Minutes

On November 29, 2010, in Gastric Banding, Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Weight Loss Surgery, by uppergisurgery

Back in 2007, 60 Minutes did a story on weight loss surgery and Dr Talbot then did the after program chat ad a transcription of the chat can be found here on the 60 Minutes web site.

Heres a short extract of the chat – for the full chat, please go to the 60 Minutes site.

Should you consider weight loss surgery prior to the holiday season?

On November 19, 2010, in Gastric Banding, Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Weight Loss Surgery, by uppergisurgery

In this post we’ll discuss whether or not you should have your weight loss surgery before or after the holiday season…