What’s in a name? BMI explained
BMI When you think about our practice, do you think of us as “Birmingham Minimally Invasive Surgery,” or do you...
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Is what you’ve heard true? Gastric sleeve myths
Gastric sleeve surgery, also called sleeve gastrectomy, is one of the most common procedures we perform at Birmingham Minimally Invasive....
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Explaining the “sleeve” in gastric sleeve surgery
When many people hear “gastric sleeve surgery,” they get an idea in their head that we actually insert a sleeve-like...
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The biggest wins our patients have experienced after weight loss surgery at Birmingham Minimally Invasive Surgery
Our patients at Birmingham Minimally Invasive come to us from all over the Birmingham area, the state of Alabama, and...
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Everything you ever wanted to know about the LAP-BAND
You’ve heard of the LAP-BAND, and you know it’s a weight loss surgery option. But do you really know what...
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A look at the major differences between gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and the LAP-BAND
Making the decision to have weight loss surgery is huge. But even when you are certain that this is what...
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Lisa’s testimonial: gastric bypass surgery saved my life
Gradual weight gain year after year, Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, high blood pressure, obstructive sleep apnea, non-alcoholic...
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Resolutions to lose weight for a healthier life in 2020
Making New Year’s resolutions gets a bad reputation. Some people make them, but many people don’t follow through for more...
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Gastric Bypass Surgery Cost: Understanding What You Need to Know
In this post, we’ll dive into the gastric bypass diet and address common questions about what you can and can’t...
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All You Wanted to Know About the Pre-Op Gastric Bypass Diet
Gastric Bypass Diet When people are considering gastric bypass surgery, one thing they are often very curious about is the...
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An in depth look at gastric sleeve surgery & alternatives
Did you know that sleeve gastrectomy, also known as gastric sleeve surgery, is the most frequently performed bariatric procedure in...
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Strategies for healthy eating during the holidays
It’s October, and the holiday season is upon us. It starts with Halloween with candy and treats galore. Then Thanksgiving....
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