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Start-to-Finish Guide on Weight Loss Surgery

Start-to-Finish Guide on Weight Loss Surgery

Read time: 5 minutes TL;DR The gastric sleeve procedure is an outpatient, minimally invasive surgery that can help qualified patients lose weight. Once qualified and scheduled for surgery at the New Iberia Surgery Center, you’ll get checked in...
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Posted January 15, 2019 | by admin |in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Everything You Need To Know About Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Everything You Need To Know About Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Read Time: 5 minutes TL;DR To qualify for the surgery, you need a BMI of 40 or higher or a BMI of 35 or higher along with one or more obesity-related diseases such as high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, etc. Dr. Borland specializes in...
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Posted October 22, 2018 | by admin |in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Low-Impact Exercise vs. High-Intensity Training for Weight Loss

Low-Impact Exercise vs. High-Intensity Training for Weight Loss

Read time: 4  minutes TL;DR A combination of low-impact exercise and high-intensity training is ideal for weight loss. The impact of certain exercises can have a jarring effect on the body, particularly on weight-bearing joints like the knees and...
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Posted September 10, 2018 | by admin |in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Health Benefits of the Gastric Sleeve Procedure

Health Benefits of the Gastric Sleeve Procedure

TL;DR The gastric sleeve is a  minimally invasive surgery that makes the stomach smaller so patients feel full with less food and are able to successfully lose weight after surgery. However, the surgery presents other health benefits, as well...
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Posted August 14, 2018 | by admin |in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
How To Lose Weight with a Busy Schedule

How To Lose Weight with a Busy Schedule

Read Time: 4 minutes TL;DR Making small changes to your diet can add up over time, helping you to gradually improve your eating habits. You don’t have to go to the gym to get enough exercise. Add exercise to your daily routine by taking the...
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Posted July 15, 2018 | by admin |in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Tips for a Smooth Recovery after Weight Loss Surgery

Tips for a Smooth Recovery after Weight Loss Surgery

Read time: 3.25 minutes TL;DR Taking steps before and after surgery can help you easily transition through your recovery with the best possible results. Have clothes in multiple sizes to help get you through the transition period following your...
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Posted June 30, 2018 | by admin |in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Should I Drink Alcohol After Bariatric Surgery?

Should I Drink Alcohol After Bariatric Surgery?

Read Time: 3 minutes TL;DR Many patients report feeling the effects of alcohol more quickly after a weight loss surgery like gastric bypass or gastric sleeve. In post-surgery patients, the stomach is much smaller than normal, causing alcohol to...
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Posted May 18, 2018 | by admin |in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Obesity-Related Diseases Weight Loss Surgery Can Treat

Obesity-Related Diseases Weight Loss Surgery Can Treat

Read time: 4.5 minutes TL;DR When you gain weight, your risk for developing obesity-related diseases increases. Weight loss surgery helps patients lose weight and also helps reverse some diseases’ side effects. Some obesity-related health...
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Posted April 16, 2018 | by admin |in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Preparing for Weight Loss Surgery

Preparing for Weight Loss Surgery

Read time: 4-5 minutes   TL;DR If you’re considering weight loss surgery, it’s important to research your options and prepare in good time. Patients with a BMI over 40 or a BMI of 35 and above with an obesity-related disease are qualified...
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Posted March 8, 2018 | by admin |in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Weight Loss Surgery Costs to Consider

Weight Loss Surgery Costs to Consider

Dropping weight and working toward a healthier you is an investment in the future. If you’re considering bariatric surgery, you may be concerned about the cost. This is reasonable—although there are options for making it more affordable, weight...
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Posted February 15, 2018 | by admin |in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
The Importance of Protein After Weight Loss Surgery

The Importance of Protein After Weight Loss Surgery

Weight loss surgery is the beginning of a new phase of life and marks many changes – including the way you eat. Diets must be modified following bariatric surgery to make sure patients receive enough nutrients as they lose weight. One of the...
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Posted January 22, 2018 | by admin |in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
New Year, New You: Setting Goals after Weight Loss Surgery

New Year, New You: Setting Goals after Weight Loss Surgery

The new year is a great time to think about the future and set goals for working toward a healthier lifestyle. If you have had or are thinking about having weight loss surgery, you may be wondering how to set achievable goals for the coming year...
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Posted December 13, 2017 | by admin |in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
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New Iberia, LA 70560
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