Weight loss surgery patients often put plastic surgery on their “To Do” list after they shed the excess pounds — and face the prospect of flabby skin. Plastic surgeon Dr. Mitchel Krieger explains how body contouring procedures can help bariatric patients get the look they truly want.

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After weight loss surgery, learning what to eat — and in what quantity — can be confusing.  Margaret Furtado, clinical nutrition specialist for the bariatric surgery program at Johns Hopkins University’s Bayview Medical Center, shares her healthy eating tips for bariatric patients. Read the full story

Weight loss surgery is a powerful tool in the treatment of obesity. But, many bariatric surgeons note that the real key to positive outcomes lies in providing patients with comprehensive, ongoing support after their surgery. Dr. Emma Patterson, Medical Director at Oregon Weight Loss Surgery, explains the fundamentals of post-op support and the revolutionary program she has created for her practice in this interview at the 2009 ASMBS annual meeting in Grapevine, TX. Read the full story

Lap-Band support hinges on effective, ongoing communication to promote patient compliance. Bariatric surgeon Dr. Sunil Bhoyrul explains how the Lap-Band can be leveraged to provide continued opportunities for guidance and counsel in this interview from the annual meeting of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Read the full story

When is it safe to consider a body lift after weight loss surgery?  How long is the recovery time? What other plastic surgery operations are popular for bariatric patients? Board certified plastic surgeon T. Michael Dixon, MD, FACS, answers these questions and shares some remarkable patient before and after pictures in this informative interview. Read the full story

When it comes to exercise after weight loss surgery, the first rule of thumb is: start slow. You didn’t gain all the excess weight overnight, and you won’t lose it overnight, either. Fortunately, with bariatric surgery, you will lose more weight more quickly than you could with fad diets or sheer willpower. And, by adding exercise to the mix, not only will the pounds melt off faster, but you’ll improve your heart health and increase your overall energy. Read the full story

One of the most common questions pre-op patients have prior to bariatric surgery is what their weight loss surgery diet will be like post-op. Odds are, you’ve heard or read all sorts of information specific to the procedure you’re considering, whether it’s a Lap-Band, gastric bypass, gastric sleeve or other form of weight loss surgery. Everyone talks about “taking care of your pouch” and tricks to sneak in sufficient nutrients. Although your doctor will be your best source of advice, here is a quick overview of what to eat after weight loss surgery. Read the full story