Do you feel like you need some extra support? Plan on attending Open Office Group with me, Dr. Bill Hilgendorf, on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month (Today, April 13th, and April 27th, for this month) from 4:30-5:30 p.m. This support group is offered for all pre- and post-op bariatric patients.…
Read MoreA few weeks ago, I posted a story about NY Jets’ Coach Rex Ryan and his decision to have the gastric Lap Band Procedure. You can read that article here. Last week, a news article emerged about Coach Ryan’s recovery from his weight loss surgery. He seems to be doing pretty well! Here are a…
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The internet has provided such a wonderful pathway for professional organizations and associations to reach out to the world. It is amazing the amount of health and fitness information you can find out there now! If you struggle with obesity or have recently had weight loss surgery, you have to be careful…
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In case you missed Sarah’s post on Tuesday, there have been some changes coming down recently from nutrition researchers regarding vitamin recommendations for post-weight loss surgery patients. On top of the suggested changes from Sarah’s post, I’d like to add some more information…
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Have you ever thought about how much you sit every day? My drive to work is 30 minutes each way, so I sit for an hour in the car. 80% of my work day revolves around my desk, which means I sit for 6.4 hours of my 8-hour day. Then I come home, and I want to watch my favorite shows after cooking dinner…
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In December of 2005, I attended a few weight loss seminars to gather more information on the programs in my area. I had completed many hours of research, but I decided it would be in my best interest to attend support group. I wanted to hear the good and the bad right from the horse’s mouth. I…
Read MoreJust in time for spring break travel, the Obesity Action Coalition just released this report in April’s edition of the e-newsletter. They're really fighting for the dignity of airline passengers who struggle with obesity. I really hope their policy statement is well-received by the airline…
Read MoreIt's not too late! If you've been trying to get in shape, join "Team Clarian" for the "Race for the Cure" event on April 17th. We've been talking about Race for the Cure at our weekly walks on Fridays at Clarian Bariatrics Clinic in Intech Park--and the time is finally here to rush to register.…
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Have you talked to a dietitian lately? Vitamin recommendations have recently been updated based current research on the nutritional needs of bariatric weight loss surgery patients. To keep yourself up-to-date on the latest information, take a look at your current intake and see if you’re getting…
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Here's a press release sent out Friday (that I wrote! So exciting!): Joan Temmerman, MD, Joins Clarian Bariatrics as Bariatrician in Charge of Medical Weight Loss Services INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.– Joan Temmerman, MD, MS, FAAFP, CNS, has joined the Clarian Bariatrics team as their Medical Bariatrician.…
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