‘Biggest Loser’ Winner Shows Off Tummy Tuck
Biggest Loser winner Olivia Ward opted for a tummy tuck to remove excess skin after shedding 116 pounds. See her journey and dramatic transformation.
Weight Loss Surgery Channel | Lap-Band, Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve and Duodenal Switch Information and Support.
The Weight Loss Surgery Channel is the world's first television network for the weight loss surgery community, providing information, encouragement and support around the clock for pre- and post-op bariatric patients. Video programming and articles about the gastric bypass, Lap-Band®, Realize™ Band, gastric sleeve and duodenal switch are available online 24 hours a day for viewers who are considering bariatric surgery, as well as those who have already had weight loss surgery, their family members, friends and healthcare providers.
Dr. David Provost Visits India to Teach Latest Bariatric Surgery Techniques
03 May 2012
Dr. David Provost, faculty advisor for the Weight Loss Surgery Channel and ASMBS Executive Council member, last week traveled to Hyderabad, India to educate local surgeons on the latest bariatric procedures. As a featured presenter, Dr. Provost performed four sleeve gastrectomy surgeries and one gastric bypass revision surgery.
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‘Biggest Loser’ Winner Shows Off Tummy Tuck
24 November 2011
Biggest Loser winner Olivia Ward opted for a tummy tuck to remove excess skin after shedding 116 pounds. See her journey and dramatic transformation.
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Purpose of PainHave you ever asked yourself why WLS is so hard? Craig Thompson has the answer.
Weight Loss Surgery: Knowing the Basics
What are the risks? What are the rewards? Should you have it?
Preparing for Weight Loss Surgery
Discover the three essential steps to preparing for bariatric surgery.
The Lap-Band ExplainedLearn how the Lap-Band® works, and see what the band actually looks like.
Which weight loss surgery is right for you? This short video will help you decide.
It’s going on your head matters, too.
What you eat in the first days and weeks following surgery is very important.
Do Not Despise Small Beginnings
Discover how celebrating small victories can help you reach big goals.
Exercise after Weight Loss Surgery
Physical activity melts fat faster! Learn what you need to know about exercise post-op.
Simple Steps to Lapband Success
Bariatric surgeons Dr. Ron Heiker and Dr. Rachael Keilin break down the essentials.
Learn how to work through difficult emotions without taking a torch to your relationships.
Discover why success is sweeter—and easier—with a weight loss surgery support group.
Changing your lifestyle means changing your mindset, first.
What do you do when someone isn’t happy about your weight loss?
Mmm! A delicious treat you can enjoy after weight loss surgery.
Dino DeVita
From bypass to bodybuilding, a story of victory over abuse.
Paula Kilgore
What to wear? The best part of losing weight brings a special challenge.
Annette Bulger
A Health scare prompted Annette to have weight loss surgery.
Send us your success story at mystory@weightlosssurgerychannel.com
UK Quietly Disbands Government Obesity Panel
22 November 2011
Obesity rates continue to rise across the UK at a startling pace, so why did government leaders disband the panel tasked with tackling obesity in Britain?
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Obesity Increases Risk of Injury
21 November 2011
Obesity raises the odds of injury at home and at work, and also slows recovery time, according to a recent study.
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