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 106 | Pre-Op Diet, Infused Water…

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 105 | Gas, Sleeping Positions And Iv

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 104 | Strictures, Stretching Vsg…

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 103 | Medications After Surgery…

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 102 | Psoriasis, Protein Intake…

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 101 | Alcohol Consumption, How To…

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 100 | Numb Sensation, Our First Stall

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 99 | Loose Skin, How To Prevent Hair

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The #Askdra Show | Episode 98 | Pcos, Staples Coming Loose,

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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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