Alexandria Weight Loss Physician Explains How to Choose the Best Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. James Parrish, FACS, FASMBS - Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists
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1w ago
Bariatric surgeon James Parrish, MD shares key credentials and qualities to look for in a weight loss surgeon. Alexandria, LA – Bariatric surgery can be a life-changing option for individuals trying to overcome struggles with obesity and obesity-related health conditions. While weight loss procedures such as gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, gastric banding, and others are available to help forge new habits for a healthier lifestyle, the results can only be worthwhile when the surgery is performed with the utmost precision and efficacy. Dr. James Parrish, a bariatric surgeon in Alexandria, under ..read more
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Hiatal Hernia Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Dr. James Parrish, FACS, FASMBS - Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists
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1M ago
Gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), also known as acid reflux, is an extremely common condition affecting at least 20 percent of people in the United States.* However, not so common is the ability to pinpoint an individual’s cause for acid reflux. At Alexandria Bariatric Surgery, our board-certified surgeon, Dr. James Parrish, is highly experienced in diagnosing patients with GERD—including those with a hiatal hernia, which is a common cause of the condition. Read on below to learn more about the causes and symptoms of hiatal hernias, as well as corrective procedures that may provide life ..read more
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What Is Acid Reflux and How Do You Treat It?
Dr. James Parrish, FACS, FASMBS - Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists
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6M ago
Feelings of discomfort right after eating or at night can be a sign that your body’s gastric (stomach) acid is moving upward from the stomach – where it is meant to stay to break down food for easier digestion – and making its way to your throat. When this occurs, it is often referred to as acid reflux and can affect individuals in various ways with mild to severe symptoms. Below, our bariatric surgeon in Alexandria, James Parrish, MD, explains what to know about acid reflux and some of the most effective ways to treat it. Acid reflux, medically referred to as gastroesophageal reflux disorder ..read more
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How Can Weight Loss Surgery Be Minimally Invasive?
Dr. James Parrish, FACS, FASMBS - Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists
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6M ago
With approximately 40 percent of adults in America living with obesity or severe obesity*, the need for safe and effective weight loss options to reduce overall health risks is greater than ever. However, not all candidates for bariatric surgery are able to undergo open surgery, and some are simply not comfortable with the prospect of having such invasive procedures. Whether the reasons are due to not being able to take time off work, not having sufficient childcare support during recovery, concerns about possible complications during a traditional open surgery, or other factors, the potential ..read more
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New BMI (Body Mass Index) Indications Can Make More Individuals Eligible for Bariatric Surgery
Dr. James Parrish, FACS, FASMBS - Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists
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8M ago
The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) have announced new guidelines that make it possible for more individuals to qualify as candidates for bariatric surgery. The previous guidelines established by the National Institutes of Health in 1991 recommended metabolic and bariatric surgery for patients with a BMI (body mass index) of 40 or greater if they had no co-morbidities (health conditions associated with obesity); however, the new recommendations recently established have lower ..read more
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Will I Have to Go On a Diet Before Weight Loss Surgery?
Dr. James Parrish, FACS, FASMBS - Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists
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11M ago
After making the decision to undergo weight loss surgery, your first step will be preparing your body for the procedure. Following the recommended pre-operative diet and exercise program can help ensure a safe surgery as well as an understanding of the lifestyle changes needed after surgery in order to be successful with long-term weight loss. A pre-approved diet is typically necessary before weight loss surgery to help patients: Become comfortable with a basic nutrition and activity plan Ease into consuming the right portion sizes Reduce fatty tissue in the abdomen Shrink the size of the liv ..read more
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How Do I Keep the Weight Off After Weight Loss Surgery?
Dr. James Parrish, FACS, FASMBS - Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists
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1y ago
As we have often said here at our practice, weight loss surgery is just one step on the road to better health. To be sure, the surgical procedure itself is very important, but it mainly serves as a tool in an overall weight loss process that requires a number of lifestyle changes and a certain amount of discipline to reach the best level of success. With this in mind, once patients have achieved their weight loss goals after bariatric surgery, or are at least well on their way to achieving those goals, the question of how to keep the weight off becomes more and more prominent. Losing the weigh ..read more
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Bariatric Surgery Pros & Cons
Dr. James Parrish, FACS, FASMBS - Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists
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1y ago
Many individuals struggling with severe obesity have found bariatric surgery to be highly effective for losing weight, keeping if off, and reducing obesity-related health issues. Three popular weight loss procedures include: Gastric bypass surgery – A small pouch is created and connected directly to the small intestine, enabling swallowed food to bypass most of the stomach. Gastric sleeve surgery – A large portion of the stomach is removed to restrict calories and reduce hunger signals (the portion that is left resembles a sleeve). Gastric banding – An adjustable silicone band is secured arou ..read more
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Before and After Weight Loss Surgery: Alexandria Bariatric Surgeon Explains the Importance of Pre- and Post-Surgical Care
Dr. James Parrish, FACS, FASMBS - Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists
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2y ago
Dr. James Parrish discusses what patients can expect before and after weight loss surgery and how the procedure itself is just a tool in a more comprehensive program designed to help individuals lose weight safely and effectively. Alexandria, LA – Bariatric surgery, often simply referred to as “weight loss surgery,” has helped many individuals lose significant amounts of weight and dramatically reduce risks to their general health. The benefits of state-of-the-art bariatric surgery procedures have made it possible for weight loss surgery candidates to effectively lose weight and keep it off af ..read more
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How Will My Lifestyle Change After Weight Loss Surgery?
Dr. James Parrish, FACS, FASMBS - Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists
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2y ago
One of the most important things to know about weight loss surgery is that it is only the first step along the path to losing weight and improving your health. It is definitely a major step, but only one of many in a life-changing journey. Several lifestyle adjustments will be necessary after weight loss surgery to ensure that you are not only experiencing safe weight loss, but also taking the dietary and health precautions necessary to achieve your goals while maintaining good nutrition and an effective fitness regimen. Fortunately, the program developed by Dr. James Parrish and our bariatric ..read more
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