Center for Weight Management Archives

Gainesville woman finds weight loss success with ESG

For decades, Katie tried everything to lose weight. “Whether it was a diet – like Keto, Weight Watchers, or Jenny Craig – or getting a personal trainer and going to the gym consistently; I was even you name it I went for it,” Katie said. And none of it worked – at least not for […]

7 Ways to Avoid Overindulging this Holiday Season

Fresh, hot, buttered rolls, creamy mashed potatoes, savory homemade dressing, a succulent turkey, all topped off with gravy…Is your mouth watering yet? Well, it’s that time of year, a time when these types of foods fill tables and buffet lines all over the nation, as we come together for the holiday season. If you’re trying […]

Accurate testing can make a big difference in quest for weight loss

Many of us have struggled – or will struggle – with excess weight at some point in our lives. In fact, one recent study showed that over 70% of American adults are overweight with, 30.7% listed as overweight and 42.4% labeled obese. The thing is, while you may look at yourself and think, “there’s no […]

What to expect after bariatric surgery

There are the numbers: An exhaustive, 10-year study by the National Institute of Health (NIH) determined surgery as the most effective method of weight loss and maintenance for anyone with a Body Mass Index of 40 or higher. And there is the eyeball test: “The majority of our patients will lose between 60-80 percent of […]

Tiller finder success with team approach to weight loss

Though he was often classified as “overweight,” Derek Tiller didn’t really mind – at least for much of his life. After all, he grew up and became an elite high school and collegiate athlete. His size was an advantage. But even a once-elite athlete can reach a breaking point, and that’s what happened to Tiller […]

Many insurers now cover obesity surgery

Are you battling significant weight concerns? Do you find yourself despairing at another failed diet and/or exercise plan? Is diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea or other health concerns becoming a scary but consistent part of your life? If so, the good news is that bariatric surgery offers a lifeline and the chance to take […]

Role of exercise in weight loss

Despite a boom of technological innovation as well next generation medications and surgical techniques, bariatric medicine still trusts a few “old-fashioned” methods in the pursuit of weight loss and better health. Exercise has always – and will always be – a key part of better health. And that is why the knowledgeable and experienced […]

Get the facts about obesity

You probably know if you’re overweight. But how do you know when you’re at the point when you need to do something about it? And what should you do when you reach that point? Those are not always easy questions to answer. Asking “Dr. Google” will give you all kinds of information – which usually […]

Is bariatric surgery right for you?

If you are battling weight concerns and are thinking about bariatric surgery, you no doubt have questions. How well does weight loss surgery work? How hard is recovery? What is a patient’s life like after surgery? How do I even know if surgery is a solution that makes sense for my situation? However, if you […]

Adolescents and Weight Loss

PROUD PARTNERS IN ADDRESSING ADOLESCENT WEIGHT LOSS Center for Weight Management team partners with NGHS program designed to boost teen health. Obesity is not just an issue for adults. In fact, a Centers for Disease Control (CDC) study* revealed that 22.2% of American 12- to 19-year-olds have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or […]