Bariatric procedures can lead to rapid, safe and permanent weight loss in obese patients

A recent article from CBS News reports on a U.S. government study that found the amount of time a person has been obese can play a significant role in how high their risk of heart disease may be. A sobering fact, it serves to reinforce the importance of undergoing treatment for obesity sooner, rather than later. Fortunately, the expert medical professionals at Beverly Hills Physicians have garnered expert skill at performing life-changing bariatric procedures like sleeve gastrectomy  that can lead to rapid, safe and permanent weight loss. Through treatments that include bariatric, banding and even weight loss surgery revision procedures, the industry-leading doctors at Beverly Hills Physicians utilize their world-class experience to assist each patient in achieving their health goals – and fight potentially devastating disease.

In performing gastric sleeve surgery, a board-certified BHP surgeon will remove about 85% of a patient's stomach, stapling the remaining sections together and leaving a dramatically smaller, sleeve-shaped stomach. Perhaps most importantly, the sleeve surgery patient experiences a significantly decreased feeling of hunger after the surgery, meaning that while eating far less than they are accustomed to, patients still often feel energized and content.

Today, more than ever, excessive weight and obesity are recognized as leading threats to the wellness and happiness of individuals in the U.S. and around the globe. While obesity can certainly have a negative impact on one's self-esteem and confidence, every day we are also learning more about the range of life-threatening diseases that can be influenced by excess weight. The risk of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, even the possibility of stroke and sleep apnea can be effectively controlled by weight loss surgery.

While the risk of obesity-related conditions can be daunting, the experienced consultants and health care providers at Beverly Hills Physicians are eager to remind the public that taking on healthier eating habits and losing weight can drastically improve one's health outlook. Thus far, undergoing bariatric surgery from a truly talented surgeon has been shown to be among the most effective methods of achieving rapid weight loss that is safe – and in many cases –permanent.

Where you go matters, and the team at BHP features not only world-renowned medical care, but also comprehensive patient services that continue long after the surgery is complete. While a sleeve gastrectomy or other bariatric surgery at BHP can be entirely life-changing, it is still only the first step on a life-long journey towards healthier, happier living. Their professional nutritionists provide patients with a detailed diet plan and workout program that ensures a healthy lifestyle and positive outlook are maintained throughout their lives. With multiple locations throughout Southern California, the BHP team is always able to stay connected with their growing patient roster with services that help them to look and feel their best. To schedule a free consultation with an outstanding doctor from Beverly Hills Physicians, please call 1-800-788-1416 or visit www.beverlyhillsphysicians.com.