Tijuana Bariatrics Blog

Gastric Bypass After Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Tijuana Bariatrics continues to attract patients to Mexico for surgery because of our strong commitment to safe surgical care and addressing diverse patient needs. Many times he achieves this through gastric sleeve surgery, a weight loss option that’s generally low maintenance and quite effective. Sometimes a gastric sleeve may not be right for a patient however, and it may need to be transformed into a gastric bypass as part of a

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Why Can Gastric Sleeve Make Acid Reflux (GERD) Worse?

Our weight loss surgery practice in Tijuana has attracted patients from the United States because of its reputation for excellent care. Over the last few months, we have written a great deal about gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy), an effective option for surgical weight loss. It has many benefits over other weight loss surgeries, though in some cases it may not be ideal for certain patients. With that in mind,

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Are NSAIDs Safe After Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

When patients come to visit our surgeons in Tijuana, they receive detailed information on what to expect before, during, and after bariatric surgery. By knowing about the treatment process in detail, patients are able to have better experiences after undergoing highly effective bariatric procedures such as gastric sleeve surgery. One issue that comes up a lot during consultations is the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) after surgery. Let’s cover

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Gastric Sleeve Surgery and Hiatal Hernia Correction

One of the reasons that patients from abroad come to Tijuana Bariatrics is because of our knowledge and experience when addressing various health matters. This includes performing highly effective gastric sleeve surgery to promote rapid and safe weight loss. Sometimes certain health issues need to be addressed in order to ensure successful bariatric surgery. One such issue is the hiatal hernia. Let’s use this post to go over the basics

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How to Maintain Long-Term Weight Loss After Gastric Sleeve

More and more people are coming to our bariatric surgery center in Tijuana to learn about their options for losing weight and keeping it off. We are particularly big proponents of gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy), which reduces stomach size and appetite. Many patients who visit our practice have questions about the long-term effects of surgery and whether or not the weight loss lasts. Let’s tackle these concerns right now. How

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Is Constipation a Side Effect of Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

One reason that many patients come to Tijuana Bariatrics because of our straight talk about bariatrics. Whether patients undergo low-maintenance and highly effective gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy), a gastric band procedure, or gastric bypass, we will always inform patients of the benefits as well as the risks involved. This goes for subjects that may be taboo. For instance: constipation after weight loss surgery. How common is constipation after weight

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Excess Skin After Gastric Sleeve: Treatment Options

Our Tijuana weight loss surgery practice has helped numerous patients. Many times these patients undergo gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy), a safe and low-maintenance bariatric procedure that reduces caloric consumption and sensations of hunger. As patients lose weight, they’ll notice a number of changes to their body. One such change is loose skin. We’d like to consider this issue right now and what can be done to improve your appearance

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What to Do About Weight Regain After Gastric Sleeve

Our experts in bariatric surgery have drawn in countless patients to our practice in Tijuana thanks to our dedication to patient education and patient satisfaction. Much of this is also due to the growing popularity of gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy), a low-maintenance option for surgical weight loss. Many patients wonder about regaining weight after the surgery has been performed. It’s an important issue that’s worth addressing, so let’s tackle it right

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How to Deal with Hunger and Cravings After Gastric Sleeve

We have helped countless people at our Tijuana and Fontana weight loss surgery centers. One of the most popular surgeries performed is gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy), a safe and effective means of losing weight. We’ve discussed the surgery at length on the blog, though now we’d like to focus on the issue of hunger and cravings after surgery and what patients can do to address these matters. How Gastric Sleeve

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Gastric Sleeve Before and After Photos

Many people put their trust in the team at our Tijuana weight loss surgery center. Our bariatric surgeons place great emphasis on patient education and wellness, and he is more than happy to share photos and stories of successful gastric sleeve cases, which allows patients to understand the way that weight loss surgery makes positive differences in people’s lives. Let’s take a moment right now to look at the basics of gastric sleeve

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Who Is a Candidate for Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

Gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) is performed in order to reduce the size of a patient’s stomach. This helps reduce the amount of calories that a patient consumes, helps patients feel fuller sooner, and also cuts down on hunger cravings that patients may face. We feel that is is an effective and low-maintenance option for people who would like to lose weight safely, which is why the team at our Tijuana

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How Long Does Gastric Sleeve Surgery Take?

Our network of bariatric surgeons are leading weight loss surgery experts serving the greater San Diego and Tijuana area. One of the most popular bariatric procedures we offers is gastric sleeve (sleeve gastrectomy), an effective weight loss surgery option. We know that each patient’s time is valuable, and many patients often ask how long procedures take to perform and when they will see results. We’d like to consider these matters

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Why Am I So Cold After Bariatric Surgery? Causes & Solutions

Undergoing weight loss surgery brings massive changes to your life. You expect to lose weight and gain energy, but many patients are surprised by a persistent, shivering side effect: Cold Intolerance. If you find yourself wearing a sweater in the middle of summer or asking “Why am I always cold

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Who Is Not a Candidate for Bariatric Surgery? (Contraindications & Risks)

Bariatric surgery is a life-changing tool, but it is not the right solution for everyone. At Tijuana Bariatrics, patient safety is our absolute priority. Sometimes, the bravest medical decision is saying “no” or “not yet.” If you are wondering what can disqualify you from bariatric surgery, understanding the medical reasoning

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Appendicitis After Bariatric Surgery: Risks, Symptoms, and Impact on Weight Loss

Undergoing weight loss surgery is a major step toward reclaiming your health. At Tijuana Bariatrics, we believe that an informed patient is a successful patient. While patients often ask about gallbladder issues, appendicitis after bariatric surgery is a specific condition that, while less common, requires awareness. Whether you have recently

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Citerra Financing for Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery can be a life-saving procedure for patients who are severely overweight, as well as those managing complex medical conditions linked to obesity. However, we understand that high costs can often deter individuals from seeking the treatment they deserve. While bariatric surgery in Tijuana creates significant long-term savings by

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