Dec 4, 2019 | Bariatric Surgery, Weight Loss Program
Bariatric surgery is our specialty here at Advanced Surgical and Weight Loss Institute. We have been assisting the residents of Brevard County under the helm of Dr. Velarde, a fellowship-trained bariatric specialist with 10 years of experience. It is our mission to...
Jun 2, 2016 | Weight Loss Program
Bariatric Surgery Success Do you know anyone who has had bariatric surgery, like gastric sleeve or lap band surgery, to promote weight loss? Was it successful? Anecdotes abound in both directions. Why does it work for some people and not for others? Every reputable...
Jan 7, 2016 | Bariatric Surgery
Not Too Late For A Resolution Because New Year’s resolutions so often fail, they have gotten a bit of a bad reputation. Many conclude that they never work out anyway, so why set yourself up for disappointment? On the other hand, there is strong evidence for the...
Dec 11, 2015 | Bariatric Surgery
Christmas Party Season Can Be Hazardous For people who struggle with their weight, the holidays can be a major challenge. You want to make healthy choices, but the choices available at your Christmas parties are likely to overburden your reserves of self-control....
Nov 10, 2015 | Bariatric Surgery
Lap Band Surgery is a type of bariatric surgery used to promote weight loss. The Lap-Band is an adjustable silicone band that is implanted near the top part of the stomach during a laparoscopic surgical procedure. Such surgery is designed to be minimally invasive. The...
