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 [...]

Diet Information – Hints and tips for Ramadan and fasting after Bariatric Surgery

During Ramadan it is important to continue eating your normal healthy diet. Meals should remain based on lean protein foods and free vegetables, and the addition of low Glycaemic Index (GI) carbohydrates may be useful for sustained energy release over periods of daily fasting. Even though you are fasting from sunrise to sunset, with careful [...]

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…

Gastric Banding Surgery – How It Works

On November 4, 2010, in Gastric Banding, by uppergisurgery

How does the Lap Band system work? We’ll explain it in this blog post.

Fast Facts About Gastric Banding

On November 4, 2010, in Gastric Banding, by uppergisurgery

In our first blog post, we have assembled some interesting facts about laparoscopic gastric banding.