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Health and Wellness | August 17, 2022
Bariatric Surgery Success Story: Elizabeth Mireles Riggs
Elizabeth Mireles Riggs lost more than 100 pounds with help from bariatric surgery. She shares her weight-loss success story at Scripps.
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 | April 15, 2022
What Makes a Good Candidate for Weight-Loss Surgery?
Weight-loss surgery may be an option when obesity and obesity-related conditions are present and other approaches have failed.
Health and Wellness | February 9, 2022
Can Bariatric Surgery Treat Type 2 Diabetes?
Learn about evidence that weight loss surgery can be an effective treatment for Type 2 diabetes from bariatric surgery and diabetes experts at Scripps 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.
Health and Wellness | April 14, 2021
Obesity During COVID: Are You a Candidate for Bariatric Surgery? (podcast)
A Scripps bariatric surgeon explains why demand for weight-loss surgery has risen during the COVID pandemic from people with obesity.
Health and Wellness | January 5, 2021
Is Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery Recommended During COVID-19? (video)
Dr. Mark Takata, a bariatric surgeon at Scripps Clinic, discusses the link between obesity and COVID-19 and when surgery is recommended.