Bariatric Weight-Loss Blog

Learn more about Bariatric Surgery and weight-loss here on the BASS Bariatric Blog.

Patient holding an image of a weight loss injection syringe crossed out, representing concerns about medication coverage in California.

California Is Pulling Back Coverage for Weight Loss Drugs: What That Means for Patients Considering Bariatric Surgery

January 21, 2026

Bariatric surgery patient eating a normal meal in smaller portions.

Will I Have to Give Up My Favorite Foods After Bariatric Surgery?

January 20, 2026

Illustration showing the importance of healthy weight loss speed over rapid weight loss.

Can You Lose Weight Too Fast? What Happens When Weight Loss Is Rapid

January 16, 2026

Patient recovering in hospital after bariatric surgery with a temporary liquid diet.

Do You Have to Be on a Liquid Diet Forever After Bariatric Surgery?

January 15, 2026

Patient discussing genetic factors affecting weight loss with a bariatric specialist.

Can Genetics Cause Weight Gain? How Genes Influence Weight Loss and Metabolism

January 11, 2026

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Patient meeting with bariatric care team to review insurance requirements before weight loss surgery.

January 13, 2026

Why Insurance Requires Steps Before Bariatric Surgery

Patient looking at an empty injection pen with a clinician reviewing a long-term weight maintenance plan on a clipboard.

January 9, 2026

What Happens When You Stop GLP-1 Medications? Weight Regain, Hunger, and Next Steps

Bariatric specialist explaining how weight loss surgery works during a patient consultation.

December 26, 2025

Weight Loss Surgery: What It Is and How It Works

Patient meeting with a bariatric specialist to discuss surgery timeline and insurance requirements.

December 23, 2025

How Long Does the Bariatric Surgery Process Take?

Woman looking discouraged while eating a salad, expressing frustration with restrictive dieting

December 22, 2025

Why Diets Stop Working and What Actually Leads to Long-Term Weight Loss

Surgeon with gloved hands marking a patient’s abdomen with a surgical pen during pre-operative preparation.

December 10, 2025

What Is Bariatric Surgery? Understanding the Most Effective Form of Weight Loss Treatment

California state capitol building in Sacramento

October 8, 2025

How California Could Improve Access to Bariatric Surgery and Weight Loss Treatments

Blank medical insurance claim form with a stethoscope on top.

October 5, 2025

Why Bariatric Surgery May Become More Cost-Effective in California

Pregnant woman working from home on her computer.

October 2, 2025

Can You Get Pregnant After Bariatric Surgery?

Bariatric vitamins and supplements lined up on a table.

September 26, 2025

Preventing Nutrient Deficiencies After Bariatric Surgery

Patient lifting light dumbbells after bariatric surgery.

September 23, 2025

Preventing Muscle Loss After Bariatric Surgery

Young man caught eating junk food out of his fridge representing hunger.

September 20, 2025

Ghrelin: The Hunger Hormone and Its Role in Weight Gain

Before and after photos showing Gina’s bariatric transformation.

September 15, 2025

Bariatric Surgery Success Story: Gina Molina Lost 110 Pounds

Doctor explaining weight loss surgery versus liposuction to patient.

September 15, 2025

Weight Loss Surgery vs. Liposuction: What’s the Difference?

Doctor explaining safe bariatric surgery options compared to weight loss drugs.

September 12, 2025

Bariatric Surgery Is Safer Than Weight Loss Drugs or Diets

Piggy bank with tape measure symbolizing affordable bariatric surgery.

September 9, 2025

Why Bariatric Surgery is the Most Affordable Weight Loss Option

Woman showing loose jeans after significant weight loss

Is Weight Loss Surgery More Effective Than Injections? New Study Says Yes

Person injecting a weight loss drug, with a bold red "X" overlay to symbolize disapproval of weight loss injections.

Semaglutide Eye Risks: What Bariatric Patients Should Know

Patient and doctor discussing health progress in a friendly, modern office setting

Signs You Might Need Bariatric Revision Surgery

Woman sitting on a couch holding her bloated stomach, looking uncomfortable, symbolizing stomach stretching after bariatric surgery

Can You Stretch Your Stomach After Surgery?

Person looking at their body in the mirror after major weight loss, showing loose clothing and body transformation in a warm, uplifting setting

Loose Skin After Bariatric Surgery: What to Expect and What You Can Do

Woman trying on old jeans after weight loss surgery, highlighting her significant waist reduction with some skin sagging on stomach.

What Happens to Your Stomach After Bariatric Surgery?

Comparison of gastric sleeve vs gastric bypass surgery showing reduced stomach size and intestinal rerouting.

Gastric Sleeve vs Bypass: Which Is Right for You?

Bathroom scale showing the letters OMG instead of numbers, symbolizing shocking weight regain after stopping semaglutide.

February 21, 2025

The Rebound Effect: Why Weight Loss Drugs May Set You Up for Disappointment

Patient self-administering an Ozempic injection in the stomach for weight loss treatment.

The Dark Side of Ozempic: When Weight Loss Comes at a Cost