Bariatric surgery is seen as a vital tool in a person's weight-loss journey, however it can really be a whole new beginning. Your life will change in so many ways, and it is important to know that after you've had surgery there are a few steps you need to take to assure that your weight loss is permanent.In this podcast Dr. Basil Yurcisin shares what life is like after bariatric surgery for those that under go one of our procedures.

Bariatric surgery is seen as a vital tool in a person's weight-loss journey, however it can really be a whole new beginning. Your life will change in so many ways, and it is important to know that after you've had surgery there are a few steps you need to take to assure that your weight loss is permanent. In this podcast Dr. Basil Yurcisin shares what life is like after bariatric surgery for those that under go one of our procedures.

Life After Bariatric Surgery

Garden State Bariatrics is now offering the ReShape Dual Balloon procedure to eligible patients. The gastric balloon is inserted into the stomach through the month and filled with saline. This will reduce the amount of food the stomach can hold which in turn leaves the patient feeling full faster. You can leave this in the stomach for six months. Dr. Basil Yurcisin shares who might be a good candidate for this procedure, the benefits and how it can help jumpstart your weightloss journey.

Garden State Bariatrics is now offering the ReShape Dual Balloon procedure to eligible patients. The gastric balloon is inserted into the stomach through the month and filled with saline. This will reduce the amount of food the stomach can hold which in turn leaves the patient feeling full faster. You can leave this in the stomach for six months. Dr. Basil Yurcisin shares who might be a good candidate for this procedure, the benefits and how it can help jumpstart your weightloss journey.

The ReShape Balloon for Weight Loss

After you've had any surgery or procedure, it's extremely important to comply with your post-op instructions. Your post-op care is crucial and can determine how long the healing process can take. Dr. Basil Yurcisin discusses why complying with post-op care is essential and why you should follow instructions carefully.

After you've had any surgery or procedure, it's extremely important to comply with your post-op instructions. Your post-op care is crucial and can determine how long the healing process can take. Dr. Basil Yurcisin discusses why complying with post-op care is essential and why you should follow instructions carefully.

The Importance of Post-op Compliance

Surgery is a tool and must be coupled with ongoing lifestyle changes to support immediate and lifelong success and sustain a medically healthy weight. The GSBWC in-house nutritional program provides the counsel, support and expertise needed for pre and post-surgery support.Wynnie Hoodis, MS, RDN, shares important information about good nutrition for patients undergoing bariatric surgery.

Surgery is a tool and must be coupled with ongoing lifestyle changes to support immediate and lifelong success and sustain a medically healthy weight. The GSBWC in-house nutritional program provides the counsel, support and expertise needed for pre and post-surgery support. Wynnie Hoodis, MS, RDN, shares important information about good nutrition for patients undergoing bariatric surgery.

Nutrition Tips for Bariatric Patients

It is very important for people trying to lose weight to gather information on the products they are eating. Food labels can help you determine the nutritional content of a food item. You can use them to compare different items by using the Nutrition Facts label to choose the healthier option.Wynnie Hoodis, MS, RDN, provides great tips to label reading and grocery shopping for severely overweight people that are considering or undergoing bariatric surgery.

It is very important for people trying to lose weight to gather information on the products they are eating. Food labels can help you determine the nutritional content of a food item. You can use them to compare different items by using the Nutrition Facts label to choose the healthier option. Wynnie Hoodis, MS, RDN, provides great tips to label reading and grocery shopping for severely overweight people that are considering or undergoing bariatric surgery.

The Importance of Label Reading for Smart Grocery Shopping

Allen Bogati shares his Bariatric journey and the positive effects it has had on his life.

Bariatric Surgery: A Patient Story - Allen

Beverly was on the transplant list for a kidney transplant and once she had her surgery and lost her weight, she was approved for her new kidney.

Bariatric Surgery: A Patient Story - Beverly

What do you really want to know about bariatric surgery? Bella Baum, Surgical Physician Assistant, discusses bariatric surgery.

Ask the PA – What You REALLY Want to Know About Bariatric Surgery

Once you've decided to have bariatric surgery, an expert will guide you on the preparation for surgery. Testing, clearances and insurance all play a role. Julie Mulch, Surgical Coordinator, discusses how to prepare for bariatric surgery.

Preparing for Surgery

Dr. Michael Bilof explains why COVID-19 affects those with obesity, why treatment might be more difficult, and how those who suffer from obesity can protect themselves from the virus.

Covid 19 and Obesity

Sydney Fabisch shares her patient story and how the pandemic impacted her weight loss journey.

A Patient Story - Sydney

Christine struggled with fertility before her surgery and now she is expecting a baby .

Bariatric Surgery: A Patient Story - Christine

Dr. Yurcisin will discuss the correlation between hernias and gallbladders with bariatric surgery.

Hernias and Gallbladders

An interview with Dr. Basil Yurcisin where listeners can get to know Dr. Yurcisin outside of the surgical world.

Up Close & Personal with Dr. Yurcisin

An interview with Dr. Bilof where listeners can get to know about Dr. Bilof outside the surgical world.

Up Close & Personal with Dr. Bilof

Mother and Daughter Juliette Gyurindak and Paige Gyurindak discuss their respective Bariatric surgery journeys and how it has impacted their lives.

Patient Story - Paige and Juliette Gyurindak

In this patient story, Dori Stacker shares the impact and drastic life changes from her surgery.

Patient Story - Dori Stacker

In this patient story, Michael Lajoie discusses his bariatric experience and the impact it has had on his life moving forward.

Patient Story - Michael Lajoie

In this patient story, Jennifer Korndoerfer shares how her surgery changed her life.

Patient Story - Jennifer Korndoerfer

Covid 19 and Obesity, part Two

In normal times, and especially during the COVID-19 outbreak, having a strong immune system can help you stay healthy. So what are some superfoods that can keep your immune system strong? We find out today with Karla Hamal, a Registered Dietician at Garden State Bariatrics and Wellness Center.

Super Foods to Keep Your Immune System Strong

Navigating your insurance for bariatric surgery can be a challenge. Allison Lorenzo and Denise Ortega, medical billers, discuss how insurance works for bariatric benefits.

Insurance - Everything You Need to Know

How important is exercise after bariatric surgery? Michael Caromano, physicians assistant, discusses exercise after surgery.

Exercise After Bariatric Surgery

Jessica Zamot, Front Office Coordinator at Garden State Bariatrics and Wellness, discusses watching patients on their journeys, along with sharing her personal experience with bariatric surgery.

Meet Jessica: A Patient Story

Your bariatric surgery will involve a hospital stay. Jenifer Stein, Program Navigator for Bariatric and Colorectal Surgery Programs, discusses what to expect from your hospital stay.

The Hospital Experience

Support groups can help you through your bariatric surgery. Jenifer Stein, Program Navigator of Bariatric and Colorectal Surgery Programs, explains how support groups benefit patients.

The Importance of Support Groups

Winning through Losing: A Weight Loss Surgery Podcast

The advent of the gastric sleeve as an insurance-approved procedure for weight loss surgery took place in early 2010. Garden State Bariatrics has offered the gastric sleeve since its approval in 2010 and considers it one of the newest, best tools out there for long term permanent weight loss.In this fascinating segment Dr. Basil Yurcisin, discusses the gastric sleeve procedure for weight loss and how it is certainly one of our specialties.

The advent of the gastric sleeve as an insurance-approved procedure for weight loss surgery took place in early 2010. Garden State Bariatrics has offered the gastric sleeve since its approval in 2010 and considers it one of the newest, best tools out there for long term permanent weight loss. In this fascinating segment Dr. Basil Yurcisin, discusses the gastric sleeve procedure for weight loss and how it is certainly one of our specialties.

The Gastric Sleeve

If you are considering weight loss surgery, Gastric Bypass surgery may be right for you. Dr. Michael Bilof discusses the Gastric Bypass procedure and what you can expect if this is the procedure you choose for your weight loss journey.

What You Need to Know About Gastric Bypass Surgery

Bariatric surgery is life changing. In order to find optimal success, one must be mindful of nutrition for life following surgery.Wynnie Hoodis, registered dietician, discusses the importance of protein and vitamins after bariatric surgery.

Bariatric surgery is life changing. In order to find optimal success, one must be mindful of nutrition for life following surgery. Wynnie Hoodis, registered dietician, discusses the importance of protein and vitamins after bariatric surgery.

The Importance of Protein and Vitamins

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