Our prospective and current Lap-Band patients are often afraid of excess saggy skin. They worry about what their skin will look like, how extra skin will affect their lives, how to prevent it, and if they will need plastic surgery post Lap-Band procedure.
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Transformation Tuesday: Meet Heather
Heather came to our office ready for a life changing option, she needed medical help managing her weight which was affecting multiple areas of her life. Her health, being the must important to her, was becoming harder to manage. Getting a good night sleep was impossible without the help of sleeping medication and her energy at work, or in general, was hard to maintain high or consistent. Today, 50 pounds lighter, Heather stands proud at her weight loss accomplishments, not just because she’s fitting into the clothes she always wanted to wear, but because she managed to change her relationship with food. She understands the usage of her LAP-BAND® and believes on the team guiding her through her weight loss journey.[…]
Cheesy Mushroom-Fish Bake
Here’s a great recipe our team loves. It’s healthy, delicious and fits perfectly with your new LAP-BAND® diet! Click on the picture below to get the Cheesy Mushroom-Fish Bake step-by-step recipe. To learn more about Dr. McEwen and the Community Surgery Center Hamilton team visit our facebook page or call our office at 317-621-2500.…… Continue reading Cheesy Mushroom-Fish Bake
Transformation Tuesday: Meet Kim
On the year mark of her first visit to our office, Kim has shown the power of commitment, passion and dedication. She took her health into her own hands, researched her options and walked into our office with questions and ready to learn about what her life would look like with a healthy lifestyle. Today,…… Continue reading Transformation Tuesday: Meet Kim
Will I Have Extra Skin After My Lap-Band Surgery?
Extra skin is a common post-bariatric surgery concern. The short answer to the question is no; you will not have any extra skin after surgery. However, while you may have the same amount, the texture and shape of your skin may change. Here is a way to explain it: think of your skin as a…… Continue reading Will I Have Extra Skin After My Lap-Band Surgery?
How To REALLY Measure YOUR Weight Loss Success.
At Dr. McEwen’s office we believe that weight loss success is accurately measured by the permanent changes a patient makes to his or hers lifestyle. Not with a scale number or self-esteem boost, but with the overall changes into a healthy lifestyle. In our practice we see 2 kinds of patients: Patients that base their…… Continue reading How To REALLY Measure YOUR Weight Loss Success.
Transformation Tuesday: Meet Amy
At the beginning of 2015, Amy came into our office seeking treatment for her obesity. She wanted a tool that would help her achieve her weight loss goals and a healthier lifestyle. In the past, she had approached weight loss in multiple ways; diet, exercise, supplements, etc. All her attempts left her with a life…… Continue reading Transformation Tuesday: Meet Amy
Transformation Tuesday Meet Amber
In 2014, 29 year old Amber came to Dr. McEwen‘s office with a BMI of 48, back and joint pain, elevated blood pressure, reflux and pre-diabetes. She tried multiple weight-loss options and was able to make temporary progress and she was over it! Amber attended one of our FREE info seminars lead by Dr. McEwen.…… Continue reading Transformation Tuesday Meet Amber
Learn About The LAP-BAND® System with Dr. Keith McEwen
Time to look at what YOU can do to keep your weight loss goals reachable and your motivation strong! As we know, weight loss is intimidating, frustrating, and overwhelming, so if you have 35 or more pounds to lose, we may have options for you. Is this something insurace will cover? What if insurance doesn’t?…… Continue reading Learn About The LAP-BAND® System with Dr. Keith McEwen
4 Tips To Prevent Hair Loss
Well… let’s rephrase the question: Why do patients experience hair loss after LAP-BAND® surgery? The answer is simple and also not scary. First, Dr. McEwen and his team understands how important hair is. It’s strongly connected to our personality and self-esteem so the fear of losing any amount of hair is terrifying! To anyone, men…… Continue reading 4 Tips To Prevent Hair Loss
