Bariatric Weight-Loss Blog

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

A bariatric patient reviewing healthy meal choices with a dietitian

What Can You Never Eat Again After Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

June 17, 2026

Patient concerned about accidentally breaking their liver shrinking diet before bariatric surgery

I Cheated on My Liver Shrinking Diet Before Bariatric Surgery. What Happens Now?

June 17, 2026

Patient discussing loose skin concerns after significant weight loss following bariatric surgery

What Happens to Loose Skin After Weight Loss Surgery?

June 17, 2026

Overweight adult looking at a GLP-1 weight loss medication injector pen while considering treatment options

Looking for Alternatives to Ozempic or Wegovy in Walnut Creek?

June 1, 2026

Patient comparing GLP-1 medications and bariatric surgery with a weight loss specialist

Why Consistency Matters With GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications

June 1, 2026

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December 17, 2021

Signs It’s Time to Consider Weight Loss Surgery

December 16, 2021

Gastric Bypass Surgery: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Illustration showing stomach size after gastric sleeve surgery and portion control.

October 21, 2021

Can Your Stomach Grow Back After Gastric Sleeve Surgery? What Really Happens

October 20, 2021

Life After Gastric Sleeve Surgery: 3 Trendy Unhealthy Diets to Avoid

October 19, 2021

5 Tips to Prepare for Gastric Bypass Surgery

Risks and Side Effects of Gastric Bypass Surgery You Should Know

Life After Bariatric Surgery: Tips to Maintain a Healthy Weight

Gastric Sleeve Surgery: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Gastric Sleeve Surgery Recovery: What to Expect

How a Gastric Sleeve Surgery Can Improve Your Quality of Life

Signs You'd Be a Good Candidate for Gastric Bypass Surgery

Gastric Sleeve vs. Gastric Bypass: Which One is Best for You?

Gastric Sleeve Surgery: What Are the Risks and Side Effects?

Gastric Bypass Surgery: What to Expect from Recovery

Before and after photos of Denise Brown, a 57-year-old gastric sleeve patient who lost 100 pounds.

57-year-old Gastric Sleeve Patient Drops 100 Pounds After Surgery

Beyond Weight Loss – 5 Benefits of Getting Gastric Bypass Surgery

Gastric Sleeve Surgery – Tips to Stay on Track with the Pre-Op Diet

5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor Before Getting Bariatric Surgery

Before-and-after photos showing Elizabeth’s gastric sleeve transformation.

Gastric Sleeve Surgery Helps Patient Lose 120 Pounds and Kick Diabetes

3 Things You Should Know Before You Receive Gastric Bypass Surgery

Gastric Sleeve Surgery: Is It Right For You?

Doctor discussing gastric sleeve vs gastric bypass surgery options with a patient during a consultation

Gastric Sleeve vs Gastric Bypass: What’s the Difference?

Patient reviewing bariatric surgery financing options with a healthcare coordinator in a California weight loss clinic

October 12, 2020

Financing Bariatric Surgery

September 28, 2020

Patients Seek Surgery to Combat Major Covid-19 Risk Factor: Obesity (WSJ)

Is it Safe to Have Weight Loss Surgery?