Suffering from Acid Reflux?
You’ve shared a great meal with your friends and family and are enjoying conversation and time together when suddenly there is an uninvited guest.
When to Get Treatment for a Hernia
June is Hernia Awareness Month. If you are wondering if the aching in your belly or groin could be a hernia, please talk with your doctor immediately.
Benefits of Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery is a form of laparoscopic or minimally invasive surgery in which a computer-controlled robot assists your surgeon during the procedure.
Winter Blues, Take a Hike!
After a long winter we Long Islanders cannot wait to take advantage of the warmer months on our beautiful island.
The Importance of Pre-Operative Nutrition
How many of us have heard the phrase ‘You are what you eat’?Probably too many times to count.
Did You Know Laparoscopic Metabolic Surgery Can Cure Type 2 Diabetes?
Metabolic diseases like type 2 diabetes can be a life-threatening, long- term medical condition. Type 2 diabetes can lead to serious complications if left uncontrolled.
Time to Ditch Your All-or-Nothing Mentality
All-or-nothing, or black and white thinking is a common barrier to long-term success. This way of thinking leads us to give up when things are not perfect, or are not what we were expecting them to be.
Laparoscopic vs. Open Surgery: What’s the Difference?
The differences between laparoscopic surgery vs. open surgery are significant. You might find yourself having to decide when you will have the procedure, which surgeon you will choose to do it...
Improve Sleep Apnea Through Weight Loss Surgery
If you are overweight and struggling with sleep apnea, you are not alone. It is estimated that over 12 million Americans are obese and many of those millions suffer with sleep apnea.
What to Expect After Weight Loss Surgery
Weight loss surgery can change just about every aspect of your life, including your eating habits, self-image, and relationships. If you’re among the one-third of Americans considered obese...
