Exploring Semaglutide: A Non-Surgical Path to Weight Loss In a world where obesity and its associated health risks are on the rise, finding effective and sustainable methods for weight loss has become a paramount concern. One intriguing solution that has garnered significant attention is the use of semaglutide. This medication, along with weight loss surgery,…
Oregon Weight Loss Surgery welcomes self-pay weight-loss patients. So if you’ve been wondering about the cost of one of our procedures and plan to pay on your own — that is to say: without the assistance of an insurance company — then you’ve come to the right place. Curious about the gastric sleeve self-pay cost?…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If this is the year that you’ve decided to make a lifestyle change and lose weight through bariatric surgery, congratulations! This is a big step and something that requires dedication. Once you’ve had surgery, the hard part begins: following through with new eating habits and keeping promises to yourself to look better and feel better….
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]After you have bariatric surgery, your life will be changed forever. If you play your cards right, that transformation will change you dramatically for the better. One of your “aces in the hole” is regular exercise. While bariatric surgery is an amazing tool, you still have to put in some work to meet your goals….
Last week, Dr. Emma Patterson joined other leading bariatric surgeons as an expert speaker and panelist at the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery’s (ASMBS) 2nd annual Fall Educational Event. Because she serves on the Executive Council, she also attended an ASMBS Executive Council meeting there. The meeting included a review of the past…
Dr. Emma Patterson and Emma Squillace, co-founders of Doctors of Weight Loss, have brought together top bariatric surgeons from around the country to provide one of the best available resources for individuals who want to understand the latest research, news, and options for weight loss surgery. “The popularity of bariatric surgery has increased exponentially. As…
Bring in your gently used or new winter coats that no longer fit! Oregon Weight Loss Surgery is partnering with New Avenues for Youth in trying to help supply winter coats for homeless plus size youth. New Avenues for Youth is a non-profit in Portland providing programs and services for homeless teens that empower them…
In the previous posts on this topic I have discussed the need for a sustained energy deficit in order to lose weight, the role of diet and exercise, and the importance of metabolic rate. In this post I will discuss ways to boost your metabolic rate. Metabolic rate is determined in a large part, by…
In part one of this series I have discussed that a 500 calorie per day deficit is necessary in order to lose one pound per week. In part two I showed how recording calories consumed in food, and burned in exercise can help achieve this. In this post I will cover the importance of resting…