Science of Weight Loss
I just came across this great video that covers scientific tips proven to help with weight loss – with or without surgery. Although the science of weight loss is a huge topic, and there is a lot we still don’t understand, this video manages to hit the highlights from recent science on diet and lifestyle changes proven to assist with weight loss. The tips discussed are aimed at people who have not had surgery, but there is no reason they wouldn’t work after bariatric surgery to help people reach a lower goal weight or...
read moreTarget Weight iPhone app
I wanted to pass on a patient recommendation for an iPhone app that monitors weight loss. It is called Target Weight and available on the iTunes store here. This app allows tracking of your weight loss journey and shows graphs of you present weight in relation to your target weight. Methods of weight tracking post-surgery can be an excellent way of maintaining motivation and keeping sight of goals. There are also more sophisticated apps out there that allow tracking of energy intake and output – just look in the health and fitness...
read moreDunedin clinic dates for November and December
Dr Smith will be doing a clinic at Suite 22, Marinoto clinic, Mercy Hospital Dunedin for Otago based patients on Friday 23rd of November, and another on Thursday 6th of December. Please contact us to schedule an appointment or for further information.
read moreBariatric surgery information added
I have just added a lot of new information to the web site about bariatric surgery options. To learn more about gastric bypass, gastric sleeve or gastric bands please click on the links.
read moreDunedin clinic dates for October
A Dunedin bariatric clinic date has been set for October. Dr Smith will be consulting at Suite 22, Marinoto Clinic, Mercy Hospital, Dunedin on Friday 26th October. If you are interested in seeing Dr Smith for a consultation regarding bariatric surgery please contact us or talk to your GP.
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