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Health and Wellness | January 18, 2024
What is Gastric Sleeve Recovery Time Like?
Gastric sleeve is one of the most common weight-loss procedures, but it is not a quick fix. Gastric sleeve recovery is very important.
Health and Wellness | December 20, 2023
Bariatric Weight-Loss Surgery: What to Know
Learn about bariatric surgery and its life-changing benefits for those struggling with traditional weight-loss methods. Are you eligible?
Weight Management | July 20, 2023
What Are the Benefits of Bariatric Weight-Loss Surgery?
People with severe obesity and obesity-related conditions are at high risk of other serious illnesses. Bariatric surgery can help.
Health and Wellness | July 5, 2023
How to Lose Weight with Medication and/or Surgery (video/podcast)
Weight-loss experts Jennie Luna, MD, and Mark Takata ,MD, discuss ways to lose weight with GLP-1 medications and/or weight-loss surgery.
Health and Wellness | August 26, 2022
Weight-Loss Solutions for Obesity and Related Conditions
Scripps offers the most common and latest weight-loss procedures, including gastric sleeve, gastric bypass and SADI. Learn how they work.
Health and Wellness | July 18, 2022
How Does Gastric Sleeve Work to Help People Lose Weight?
Mark Takata, a bariatric surgeon at Scripps, explains how gastric sleeve surgery helps patients lose weight and who is a candidate for this procedure.
Patient Stories | June 2, 2022
Bariatric Surgery Helped Dustin Smith Conquer New Heights
Dustin Smith’s journey to health started with accredited bariatric surgery by one of the most experienced weight loss surgeons in Southern California.
Patient Stories | June 2, 2022
Pandemic Setbacks Reignited Michelle’s Commitment to Health
Michelle Feliciano hit roadblocks during the pandemic until she recommitted to weight loss and set out on the road to health.
Health and Wellness | January 11, 2022
How to Be Successful After Weight-Loss Surgery (podcast)
Bariatric surgeon Mark Takata discusses the side effects of bariatric surgery, including loose skin, and how to keep the weight off.
Health and Wellness | January 4, 2022
Life After Bariatric Surgery: Managing the Side Effects and Loose Skin (video)
A bariatric surgeon explains life after weight-loss surgery, managing side effects and the importance of nutrition and exercise.