Published on August 2, 2021.
Healthy Eating, Healthy Eating & Exercise, Information, Life After Bariatric Surgery, Lifestyle Considerations, Weight Loss Education, Weight Loss Surgery
In Australia there are over 22,000 people each year undergoing bariatric surgery, helping those living with obesity move towards a healthier body and lifestyle. Many people view bariatric surgery as their final and best chance to lose weight. Following bariatric... Read more
Published on July 22, 2021.
Information, News, Referrer Library, Uncategorized, Upper GI Surgery News, Weight Loss Education, Weight Loss Surgery
Recently, Dr Jennifer Matthei joined Dr Georgia Rigas as a SCOPE Certified bariatric practitioner. The SCOPE Certification is the international standard of obesity management expertise, recognising excellence in obesity. The SCOPE Certification is part of the World... Read more
Published on June 10, 2021.
Information, Weight Loss Education
Everyday millions of people are living with weight issues and obesity worldwide. Unfortunately, the stigma attached is still overwhelming due to a general misunderstanding in our community. According to the World Health Organisation, worldwide obesity has tripled... Read more
Published on May 10, 2021.
Gastric Bypass, Healthy Eating & Exercise, Information, Life After Bariatric Surgery
Following bariatric surgery, many patients start off doing very well in terms of their weight loss goals. However, significant weight regain does occur in about 1/3 people around two to three years post-surgery. The reasons for the weight gain are complex but can be... Read more
Published on March 10, 2021.
Information, Life After Bariatric Surgery, News, Referrer Library, Support Group, Support Groups, Upper GI Surgery News, Weight Loss Education
It was in 2019 that we first shared our involvement with Weight Issues Network (WIN), an Australian network created to “provide a strong voice and support for people living with and affected by obesity”. WIN actively seeks participation in their surveys from people... Read more
