Category Archives: Lap Band
Dr. Emma Patterson interview on New Reflections Voice America online radio program! 9AM Pacific Saturday August 27, 2011
posted at 1:46 pmDr. Emma Patterson will be interviewed by Dr. Adam Rubinstein on Saturday August 27th on his online New Reflections radio program on the Voice America website to discuss the latest news in bariatric surgery.
Dr. Rubenstein’s show, New Reflections, starts at 9am Pacific Time and features a variety of all things aesthetic. From skin care products to treatments with injections to surgical options we’ll discuss anything and… Continue reading
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S.M.A.R.T. Goal Setting
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Goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about your ideal future and motivation to turn your vision into reality – you are in control.
A useful way of making goals more powerful is to use the SMART mnemonic (always write goals down!):
S – Specific(or Significant)
M – Measurable (or Meaningful)
A – Attainable (or… Continue reading
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Dr. Emma Patterson on KOIN 6 News
posted at 7:42 pmYou may have seen Dr. Patterson featured on KOIN News. They did a story about the innovative… Continue reading
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Dr. Patterson Responds to Recent Surgery Complications Study
posted at 11:04 amDr. Patterson was interviewed for an article on a recent paper that presented some concerns about gastric band surgery. This study from Belgium – the Himpens study- claims that gastric bands have quite a high complication and erosion rate. The article, High Complications from Weight Loss Surgery, Study Claims, reviews the details of the Himpens study, and the most important factors to consider when examiniming a medical… Continue reading
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Dr. Patterson performs first ever Micro Lap-Band surgery!
posted at 8:01 amDr. Emma Patterson performed the first Micro LAP-BAND procedure, an exciting next step in the advancement of bariatric surgery. This laparoscopic procedure was performed with 2.7 mm instruments, half the size of normal instruments, which means the tiny scars left behind are barely visible. This innovative technology will likely enhance patient privacy, and Oregon Weight Loss Surgery is proud to be recognized as a leader in creating… Continue reading
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FDA Approves Expanded use of Lap-Band!!
posted at 6:02 pmObese Adults with a BMI of 30-40 with at Least One Obesity Related Comorbid Condition Now Qualify for LAP-BAND® System Procedure When All Other Conservative Weight-loss Therapies Have Failed Continue reading
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FDA Panel recommends band for lower BMI’s!
posted at 2:24 pmGreat news is on the horizon! An FDA panel voted to lower the BMI to 30 with a co-morbid condition for gastric banding.
Read more at:
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Panel-recommends-expanding-apf-1679606978.html?x=0… Continue reading
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The art and science of weight loss, part 5
posted at 2:30 pmSo far in this series I have covered the fundamental science of weight loss. Put simply, if a person is able to consume fewer calories than they burn then they will lose weight, and calories are burned through a combination of exercise and basal metabolic rate. Unfortunately in the real world consuming fewer calories than are burned can be a difficult proposition, this is why only 5% of people achieve… Continue reading | 1 Comment
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Eugene clinic for April
posted at 6:47 pmOur Eugene outreach clinic this month is scheduled for Monday the 19th. If you need to be seen, or just haven’t been seen in a while, and this is more convenient for you, please phone 503-227-5050 to make an appointment. This is a great opportunity for lap band or gastric bypass follow-up. If you are having any problems or concerns following your weight loss… Continue reading
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SPIDER Lap Band
posted at 8:36 amOn Friday, Dr Patterson became the first surgeon on the west coast to perform a lap band using the new SPIDER surgical device. The SPIDER Band is a revolutionary device that allows surgery such as adjustable gastric banding or gallbladder removal to be safely performed through a single small incision. This means patients have fewer scars, and potentially a faster recovery.
If you… Continue reading
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