For the second part in this series of the science behind weight loss I will explore how to achieve a calorie deficit through decreased intake and increased physical activity. As I discussed last week, in order to loose one pound per week, it is necessary to average a 500 calorie energy deficit per day. The…
Eugene clinic for April
Our 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…
SPIDER Lap Band
On 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…
Bariatric Surgery and Fertility
Fertility is an important issue for women undergoing weight loss surgery. There are strong associations between body weight and infertility, insulin resistance and diabetes. Although fertility is not often the primary motivating factor for bariatric surgery, there is strong evidence that it improves post-operatively. Irregular menstrual cycles and polycyctic ovarian syndrome are also very likely…