At Advanced Bariatric Surgery, Dr. Frenzel works with patients to lose weight and feel confident. To ensure that patients have the best results, sometimes a band to sleeve conversion is necessary. One patient, Christy, went through this conversion process, and has seen beautiful results. Christy received the lap band remove and went continued with bariatric […]
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There are several weight loss surgical options available to patients who struggle with obesity. If you are considering bariatric surgery, don’t just research the details of the surgery, listen to the stories of former patients. Abram is a patient at Advanced Bariatric Surgery. He scheduled a consultation with Dr. Frenzel and after discussing all of
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Obesity affects a significant percentage of Americans. With poor eating habits and an inactive lifestyle, it does not take long for the body to become bombarded with toxins, chemicals, and other detriments. As obesity begins to set it, other health problems begin to arise. One such issue is acid reflux. Gastroesophageal reflux disease can be
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Gastric bypass is a popular weight loss surgery for patients who need to lose more than 50 pounds. One patient at Advanced Bariatric Surgery found that undergoing bariatric surgery saved her from years of heartache. Before having the gastric bypass surgery, Stacie wore a size 22 pants. She struggled with confidence, energy, and the will
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Staying healthy can be a difficult habit to maintain if you have struggled with weight fluctuations in the past. After bariatric surgery, certain eating habits are necessary to create in order to achieve maximum weight loss results. As you enter the holiday season, don’t find yourself surrounded by temptations. Make healthy choices and be open
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Bariatric surgery is a life changing operation. Transforming your body and your mind, you will not only look better, but you will feel the weight being lifted. As you being your transformation to a healthier state, consider post-bariatric cosmetic surgery. Often times, patients schedule an initial consultation without considering the actual process of weight loss
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Once you undergo bariatric weight loss surgery, you will notice changes in your body and mind. Before surgery, you might avoid looking in mirrors and trying on clothes, but after bariatric weight loss, you will notice a growing confidence within that longs to see your reflection and a desire to attend social events. The mind
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Lap band is a weight loss surgery completed by Dr. Frenzel at Advanced Bariatric Surgery. Candidates for this bariatric surgery must be at least 50 pounds overweight, have a body mass index of 35 or above, be at least 18 years old, and have experienced past failure with other weight loss methods. If the above-mentioned
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After bariatric surgery, patients often notice dramatic changes in their body. Because of rapid weight loss, the body is left with unnecessary, excess skin. Dr. Frenzel offers an effective surgical solution to ensure that bariatric patients are pleased with their bodies. Dr. Frenzel is one of the very few surgeons in the country that has
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Advanced Bariatric Surgery is led by Dr. Frenzel, a board certified surgeon dedicated to seeing lives changed and health restored to patients suffering from obesity. When your body mass index, BMI, reaches a certain point, your health suffers. Luckily, most insurance policies cover bariatric weight loss surgery for obese patients. The insurance process for weight
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At the age of 24, Jessica became a patient of Dr. Frenzel for the Gastric Sleeve surgery. Her story is similar to other weight loss surgery patients. With a BMI of 35 or greater and a need to lose 50 pounds or more, she was a perfect candidate for her procedure. Patients seeking weight loss
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Eating healthy can be an extremely difficult task with the many new ingredients and groceries at the store. With claims of low fat and vitamin fortification, it’s easy to fall prey to the marketing schemes of food suppliers. However, these processed foods are often very deceiving. When you think you are eating healthy you could
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Dr. Frenzel, at Advanced Bariatric Surgery, is a double board certified as a Fellowship Trained Bariatric Surgeon and a Fellowship Trained Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon. Specializing in bariatric surgery and post-bariatric reconstructive cosmetic plastic surgery, Dr. Frenzel performs weight loss surgery for those who have tried natural weight loss to no avail. For those who are
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Regular exercise has numerous benefits including weight loss, improved circulation, and improved health. One of the most beneficial aspects of routine workouts, however, is the improvement in diabetes management. If you have diabetes or are at risk for diabetes, there is a natural solution—exercise. By integrating a fitness program into your lifestyle, you can improve
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Protein shakes have a stigma in the workout community. As more people attempt to lose weight, enhance athletic performance, and build muscle, protein shakes are the first suggestion for many. But what do you really know about protein shakes? The following highlights the definition, benefits, and general information regarding protein shakes. Just from reading the
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If you are new to the gym, you know how overwhelming the endless rows of workout equipment can be. Machines for your calves, machines for your biceps, machines for your abs—the list goes on and on. While you want to take advantage of every machine available, you also want to get the most out of
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Having supportive and appropriate workout gear can drastically improve your performance and results during a workout. If you have ever worn the wrong tennis shoes for your run or put on a baggy shirt to do yoga, you understand that having the wrong workout clothes on for a specific exercise can cause your performance to
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Advanced Bariatric Surgery offers a variety of bariatric procedures for surgical weight loss including the gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, Lap band, and Realize band. Each of these surgical procedures affects the stomach to reduce hunger and food intake. If you are in good mental health, over the age of 17, and in need of losing
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Obesity is an epidemic in America that should be handled with care and respect. Dr. Frenzel is dedicated to helping patients achieve their weight loss goals through bariatric surgery. Traditional weight loss methods include diet and exercise. It’s important to note that diet is not limited to fad diets such eating carbs only or cutting
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The Realize band is an adjustable gastric band used for surgical weight loss. If you need to lose at least 50 pounds, you could be a candidate for this bariatric procedure. Advanced Bariatric Surgery is a surgical weight loss facility led by Dr. Frenzel. Here, you will encounter experienced professional to help and guide you
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If you are overweight and insulin dependent, gastric bypass can change your life. There are several weight loss surgeries available including lap band, Realize band, gastric sleeve, and the gastric bypass. More than 50 percent of bariatric surgical procedures performed in the United States are gastric bypass. This method of weight loss surgery is effective
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