The calendar has turned to March, and that means it’s officially Colon Cancer Awareness Month. We think it’s essential that we help to spread the word about colon cancer and the importance of regular screenings, so you’ll notice a theme with this blog and the rest of the blogs in the month of March. The […]
How Is An Endoscopic Ultrasound Performed?
An endoscopic ultrasound is a minimally invasive procedure that allows the medical specialist to view a detailed image of certain structures and organs in your body. Oftentimes it is used to provide a closer look at your digestive tract, pancreas or liver, which is why it’s a procedure known all too well by gastroenterologists. In […]
How Is An Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography Performed?
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a procedure oftentimes used by gastroenterologists to look for issues in a few areas like the gallbladder, pancreas and bile ducts. Dr. Bhatti has performed this procedure on countless occasions, and not only does it help to diagnose a problem, but it also sets the course by which a treatment […]
The Benefits of Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy For Gallbladder Removal
A laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the medical term for a minimally invasive surgical procedure to remove your gallbladder. It can be performed with only a few small incisions, and the patient can often be discharged the same day or after one overnight at a care clinic. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at why […]
6 Lifestyle Changes More Effective Than Dieting For Long-Term Weight Loss
The terms “weight loss” and “dieting” often go hand in hand, and while getting a grip on your diet can help to promote weight loss, a diet alone is rarely the answer for long-term weight loss. In fact, if you’re not careful, abrupt dietary changes can actually do more harm than good and can actually […]
The Pros & Cons Of Appetite Suppressants For Weight Loss
Everyone wishes there was a magic pill for weight loss, but unfortunately you can’t get healthier just by taking a pill. However, there certainly are medications that can play a crucial role in the weight loss process. One such type of medication is an appetite suppressant, which helps you lose weight by curbing cravings so […]
Can A Colon Cleanse Be Dangerous?
Now that the holidays are in the rearview mirror, many people are trying to get back to a healthier way of living in the new year. You may have heard of certain fixes like “Dry January,” where you abstain from alcohol, or going on something like a “detox” or “cleanse.” Many cleanses focus on normalizing […]
5 Tips For Successfully Changing Your Diet For The Better
January is always the month when we get the most questions about weight loss and adjusting eating habits, and that makes sense because a lot of people want to be healthier in the new year. We can help provide you with more hands-on weight loss treatments like gastric sleeving or the Orbera balloon, but before […]
8 Tips To Kickstart Your Weight Loss Journey In The New Year
It should come as no surprise that losing weight is the most common New Year’s resolution, and it’s also the most commonly broken resolution. It’s great that so many people want to lose weight and be healthier in the new year, but it would be even better if more people followed through with these resolutions. […]