The professionals of SurgiLite Medical Group, Inc. are committed
to treating morbid obesity; therefore, this site was developed
to raise awareness and to educate individuals and their
families about the risk of obesity, how morbid obesity is
surgically treated, and to encourage
a healthier lifestyle. The primary concern at SurgiLite Medical
Group is not only your appearance but also your health because
the risk of death and serious health problems increase with
excessive weight gain.
Every year, every day, and every moment, we are faced with
making decisions about our lives. Sometimes decisions are
less serious and other times can be life altering. Contemplating
permanent weight loss surgery is one of those decisions .that
can be daunting without all the facts.Making a sound decision
requires thorough research;...<<Read
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Dr. Popoola
Obesity is
a rising epidemic that affects adults, as well as children.
The bad news is preventing and managing this debilitating disease
is a major public health challenge especially since it increases
the risk for several other diseases. Successful weight loss
takes a lifelong commitment by the patient and a variety of
health care professionals experienced in bariatric surgery.
The good news is SurgiLite .<<Read
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What
is Obesity?
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Obesity is not just a cosmetic consideration;
it has been classified as a chronic disease in 1985 and
is currently the most common disease in the United
States. The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute define
obesity as a complex, multifactor disease that develops
from the interaction between genotype and the environment.
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What
is Morbid Obesity?
Morbid obesity was originally
defined as 100 pounds overweight but now is described
in relative to Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 and above.
This is a clinically severe obesity at which point
serious medical conditions and complications occur as
a direct result of the excess weight.
Office
Visits
Patients must
return to the SurgiLite office as instructed for a follow-up
examination after hospital discharge. Additional follow-up visits
should be
scheduled for one, three, six, nine and twelve months after
surgery. After the first year, a complete physical examination,
including EKG, Upper
G.I., Upper G.I. Endoscopy and lab work should take place on
an annual basis. These visits are necessary to monitor your
weight loss, general health and nutritional status.
