Before & after gastric sleeve surgery

The #AskDrA Show

The #AskDrA Show is a weekly show where we answer questions sent by our patients and other people interested in the gastric sleeve. If you have a question let us know on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or Youtube using the hashtag #AskDrA.

The #Askdra Show | Episode 161 | Phase 3 Out Of Town, Protein Sh

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 160 | Stretching Your Sleeve, Switchi

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 159 | Avoid Flaccid Skin, Return To W

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 158 | Gym And Gain Weight, How Much W

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 157 | Hair Loss, Sweet Tooth Habit &

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 156 | Getting Back On Track, Hot Tubs

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 155 | Staying Motivated, Gaining Weig

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 154 | Glucose Levels, How The Bmi Wor

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 153 | Not Feeling Hungry, Protein Sha

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From our blog

Latest articles from our blog.
05 May

Is Your Weight Killing Your Joints? The Truth About Gastric Sleeve and Osteoarthritis

If you are living with chronic joint pain, you know that it isn’t just a "minor ache." It is a constant shadow over your daily life. Whether it’s your knees, your hips, or your lower back, that persistent pain dictates how far you can walk, how long you can stand,...

28 April

Why Exercise Feels Different After a Gastric Sleeve (And Why That’s a Good Thing)

If you’ve recently had gastric sleeve surgery, you’ve likely noticed something unexpected: moving your body doesn't feel the same as it did before. Maybe you feel lighter on your feet, but you tire out faster. Or perhaps exercises that used to be a breeze now feel like a mountain to...

14 April

Why Hair Thinning Happens After Weight Loss Surgery—And the Strategy to Fix It

Seeing the numbers on the scale drop and feeling your clothes fit better are the milestones every bariatric patient celebrates. However, for many, that excitement is met with an unexpected challenge: noticing more hair in the brush or the shower drain. While hair thinning after a gastric sleeve can feel...

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