Gastric Sleeve vs Duodenal Switch Surgery

Gastric Sleeve vs. Duodenal Switch Surgery: Which is Best?

When considering weight loss surgeries, many patients find themselves comparing gastric sleeve vs duodenal switch surgery. Both are popular bariatric procedures, yet they vary in their techniques and the expected weight loss results they produce. Understanding these differences can help you decide which weight loss procedure best fits your weight loss goals and conditions. What […]

No energy after gastric bypass

Why Do I Have No Energy After Gastric Bypass?

After undergoing RNY gastric bypass surgery, it is common to experience a lack of energy. This can be due to a number of factors, including the body’s response to the surgery, changes in diet and activity levels, and nutritional deficiencies. The surgery can cause changes in the body’s metabolism and hormone levels, affecting energy levels.

Dr. Christian Rodriguez 600lb patient

My 600-lb Life Struggle Ended in Mexico

Dr. Rodriguez Lopez completed a bariatric surgery on a highly obese patient in November 2020. A resident of Oregon, Shannon is 5′ 2″ tall and measured around 600 pounds with a body mass index of over 100. Like many others without insurance coverage, Shannon changed her life course and chose Mexico Bariatric Center® (MBC) to