EPISODE · Jan 10, 2025 · 44 MIN
Understanding Bariatric Surgery: A Comprehensive Approach to Treating Obesity
from Health Futures with Host Bob Roth
Dr. David Podkameni, MD, FACS, FASMBS, explains that bariatric surgery is more than just stomach reduction—it's part of a comprehensive health approach. Procedures like sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and duodenal switch not only limit food intake but also alter gut hormones to promote weight loss. Arizona offers good insurance coverage for these surgeries, making them more accessible. New treatments like GLP-1 medications can complement surgery for optimal results. #BariatricSurgery #HealthAwareness #ObesityTreatment #MedicalCare #WeightLossJourney
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Dr. David Podkameni, MD, FACS, FASMBS, explains that bariatric surgery is more than just stomach reduction—it's part of a comprehensive health approach. Procedures like sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and duodenal switch not only limit food intake but also alter gut hormones to promote weight loss. Arizona offers good insurance coverage for these surgeries, making them more accessible. New treatments like GLP-1 medications can complement surgery for optimal results. #BariatricSurgery #HealthAwareness #ObesityTreatment #MedicalCare #WeightLossJourney
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