When it comes to obesity and hernias, it's time to listen to your gut. Studies show there is a very close relationship between obesity and hernias. Both men and women who are either overweight or obese risk suffering from the formation of painful, bulging hernias. See how you can spot the signs, identify the symptoms, […]

Do you suffer from chronic bouts of GERD or acid reflux and are currently overweight or obese? There is a definite link between gastroesophageal complications and excess body weight that you need to know about.    GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) is a common digestive disorder that affects up to 40% of the general population. The […]

If you’re putting in the effort to eat less and exercise more but still aren’t seeing the results you’d hoped for, you’re not alone. Many individuals find weight loss to be more complicated than the “calories in, calories out” formula we’re often taught. As a weight loss surgeon and bariatric expert, Dr. Feiz frequently helps […]

If you are currently obese, undergoing weight loss surgery is the best decisions you will ever make in the long-term improvement of your overall health and physical aesthetic. Meet the patients who decisively took the life-changing step in getting their body back on track, how they did it, and how it happened.  If you're considering […]

Childhood obesity has become an epidemic in many countries over the past few decades, with the United States being one of the leading nations with the highest rate of overweight children. Fortunately, there are both conventional and innovative methods, including surgical interventions, that have been proven effective in reversing this concerning trend and helping to […]