- Medical Weight LossThough experts in the United States were cautious in affirming this association, they agreed that obesity clearly raises the risk of certain cancers. The Brazilian researchers from Hospital Sao Lucas in Porto Alegre and other institutions, pooled the results of 13 studies, including more than 54,000 people. Each study looked at cancer rates after weight-loss surgery, finding a rate of about one per 1,000 person-years after treatment – nearly that of those with normal weights.
- High Cholesterol
- Infectious DiseasesWhen it comes to the effects of excess weight on our immune systems, metabolic changes are thought to play a key role in reducing the body’s ability to fight infectious diseases. While there may be some debate over the CDC’s new warning, it serves as an important reminder of the need to prioritize our physical health, even during times of pandemic stress.
- Labor and DeliveryA large, heavy abdomen and relaxation of the pelvic muscles, especially associated with the effects of childbirth, may cause the valve on the urinary bladder to be weakened, leading to leakage of urine with coughing, sneezing, or laughing.
- Gastroenterology
- Depression
- Mental HealthAdolescence is a crucial time in development, and today many young people are facing serious health risks due to obesity. In the United States, over one-third of adolescents aged 12 to 19 are considered overweight or obese, with rates continuing to rise. This epidemic not only has short-term effects on physical and mental health but long-term consequences as well. Here, we explore why adolescent obesity is such a growing concern, its potential causes and effects, and discuss possible solutions for curbing this growing health problem.
- Diabetes Care
- Endocrinology
- HypothyroidismThe underlying causes of severe obesity are not known. There are many factors that contribute to the development of obesity including genetic, hereditary, environmental, metabolic and eating disorders. There are also certain medical conditions that may result in obesity like intake of steroids and hypothyroidism.
- UltrasoundThere are specific methods for estimating body fat and body fat distribution, including measurements of skinfold thickness and waist circumference, calculation of waist-to-hip circumference ratios, and techniques such as ultrasound, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). There are advanced scales that can also precisely measure one’s percent body fat and body fat distribution, one of which we regularly use in our office.
- MRI
- Computed Tomography
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Laparoscopic SurgeryThe founder of Midsouth Bariatrics, Dr. George Woodman, is a bariatric surgeon dedicated to helping bariatric patients reach their goal of a healthier life. Dr Woodman graduated from Emory University and completed his surgical training at the University of Tennessee. He has been in private practice for twenty-three years and has developed advanced skills in laparoscopic surgery.
- Bariatric SurgeryWe work with trusted financing companies that can help with the cost of bariatric surgery, whether it will be self-pay, deductible, co-insurance, or other out-of-pocket costs. Click on the links below to get started.
- Ulcer
- Back Pain