There are many types of bariatric surgeries. The five standard bariatric operations as per the Obesity & Metabolic Surgery Society of India (OSSI) and IFSO are- Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Laparoscopic Roux-en y gastric bypass Laparoscopic One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB/MGB) Laparoscopic Duodenal Switch Additionally, there are modifications of standard operations, newer
Read MoreI woke up this morning and the first message I read was from Mariam Lakdawala. It brought a smile to my face as there couldn’t have been a more #positive start for this #NewYear! One of our old patients had shared with us that she had finally been able to conceive after a long struggle.
Read MoreAs a #bariatric team, we believe in pre surgery preparation of our patients. Presurgery preparation is a win win situation for both, patient as well as the surgeon. Some of the advantages are listed below- 1. It helps the patient to lose weight before surgery. This makes the surgery easy for me and reduces anesthesia
Read MoreAccording to a study performed on 100 household members between the 42nd and 47th week of the lockdown, it was found that 40% of the participants gained up to 5 kg and 16% added 2.1 to 5 kg due to the lifestyle changes brought about by the lockdowns. As a team specializing in surgical and
Read MoreDid you know? Bariatric surgery is an operation that will fulfil your dream of getting rid of those excess kilos, by making changes to your digestive system. However, it is important to know what you must do before and after a weight loss surgery. Best results are achieved when one knows what to expect after surgery.
Read MoreA hernia is protrusion of an organ or tissue from an abnormal opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place. In this article we shall talk about external hernias that occur through a weak spot in the wall of the abdomen. The most common types of hernias are- Inguinal (in the groin)-
Read MoreWeight related bullying by family and friends can be very distressing. Unfortunately, this is very common in our society and stems from the thought that somehow a person is responsible for her/his weight gain. Most people fail to understand that weight gain is a result of complex health issues which are largely due to genetic
Read MoreObesity and mental health disease often co-exist are sometimes referred together as the twin epidemic. It is seen that mental health issues may lead to obesity and some times obesity may lead to mental health issues. Patients who suffer from obesity are subjected to weight-based stigma and bias in many aspects of their lives. Society
Read MoreDiabetes and obesity are chronic progressive diseases that are on the rise all over the world. India has the dubious distinction of being the diabetes capital of the world with more than 50 million people who suffer from diabetes. There is evidence to suggest strong association between obesity and development of type 2 diabetes and
Read MoreWhat is the role of cholesterol? Cholesterol is an important part of the structure of cell membranes and gives them strength and flexibility. It also plays an important role in the production of vitamin D, hormones and bile which is required for the digestion of fat. Only 25% of the cholesterol in our body comes
Read MoreDr. Aparna Govil Bhasker is an accomplished Bariatric Surgeon and Laparoscopic GI Surgeon. Extremely passionate about her field of specialization. She completed her MBBS and MS in General Surgery in 2006, from Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (MGIMS), Sewagram. Set up in 1967 by none other than the first health minister of India, Ms. Sushila Nayar, MGIMS is deeply rooted in Gandhian ethics. Read more