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Gastric Bypass Surgery: One Patient’s Journey

Dennis Douda — Wed, 03 Sep 2014 10:00:19 +0000

The first bariatric surgery was performed 60 years ago. Mayo Clinic studies have shown it’s not only the most effective way to lose large amounts weight, but also one of the most effective solutions for obese people with type 2 diabetes. Beyond the operating room, however, it requires a total commitment from patients, both physically and mentally. Here is the personal story of one patient who shared her experience, in hopes of helping others who may be trying to decide if this life-altering procedure is right for them. [TRT 4:07]

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Looking for a New Weight Loss Surgery (pkg)

Dana Sparks — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:18:50 +0000

In a Wall Street Journal article this week, reporter Ron Winslow wrote, "More than 200,000 Americans each year undergo a major operation called bariatric surgery to treat obesity. But doctors say millions more might opt for treatment if it were less invasive and more patient-friendly." Well, at Mayo Clinic more than a decade of research has produced a two-hour outpatient procedure that shrinks the stomach, with minimal side effects. Here’s Dennis Douda with more. [TRT 1:27]

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FRIDAY MYTH OR MATTER-OF-FACT

Dana Sparks — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 19:39:56 +0000

"EATING GRAPEFRUIT REALLY DOES BURN FAT."

As Americans try to combat the obesity epidemic, more and more are turning to gastric bypass surgery. We’ll speak with Mayo Clinic surgeon, Dr. Michael Sarr. Join us!

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Liver Transplant + Bariatric Surgery = the New Marshall

Joel Streed — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 13:00:35 +0000

Marshall Curtis was diagnosed in 2009 with end stage liver failure and cirrhosis secondary to Alpha1 Antitrypsin deficiency. Obesity and encephalopathy were additional challenges confronting the Mayo team. He was recommended for a new study program combining a transplant and bariatric surgery to improve his chances for a transplant and long term survival. Listen to Marshall and his wife, Julie, tell how close he got to death and how this experience has changed their lives. This is an absolutely remarkable story!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MWZzr8eo5A

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