Patient Education Articles

Why you should not Smoke or Vape during your Weight Loss Surgery journey

Why you should not Smoke or Vape during your Weight Loss Surgery journey

If you’re considering weight loss surgery, one of the key factors to ensure the success of your surgery and improve your long-term outcomes is making the right lifestyle choices before and after the procedure. Dr Roy Hopkins discusses this most critical choice, and the importance of avoiding smoking and vaping during your weight loss surgery journery.

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Understanding Reflux: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
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Understanding Reflux: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Reflux, or gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a common condition affects millions of people around the world, and while the symptoms can range from mild discomfort to severe pain, the good news is that it’s treatable. In this blog post, we’ll explain what reflux is, its symptoms, the causes behind it, and the various treatment options, including diet, medications, and surgery.

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