4 Things You Didn’t Know About Sleeve Surgery


Maybe you’ve done extensive research on sleeve surgery, or maybe the idea is a relatively new one. Either way, we want to cut through the confusion on four important elements associated with the procedure (at Endobariatric, anyway). The good news is that it’s all good news.   Truth #1: It’s affordable for almost everyone. Unlike the complicated ...
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How to Choose the Best Gastric Doctor for Your Sleeve Surgery


Pop quiz: What’s the most important element in a successful gastric sleeve surgery? Perfect pre-surgery prep? Sticking to a healthy sleeve diet afterward? Nope. Though those things—and a whole lot more—are critical to your success, choosing the right doctor is by far the most important.   The best vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG or gastric sleeve) ...
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Can Sleeve Surgery (VSG) Relieve PCOS?


The reasons behind the decision to undergo vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG or gastric sleeve) are as individual as the patients themselves. But it’s usually some combination of health and appearance (no judgment on the appearance part—we all deserve to look and feel our best!).   For some women, however, the driving force behind gastric sleeve ...
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Gastric Sleeve in Teenagers and Young Adults


The only thing better than turning your life around with a gastric sleeve when you’re an adult? Doing it when you’re younger.   Elective surgery during the teen or young adult years isn’t often considered a good thing. We’re taught that surgery should always be a last resort, that the risks are too great, and ...
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