Las Vegas Bariatrics and Dignity Health St Rose Dominican are excited to announce their Co-Hosting of the ASMBS Foundations Walk from Obesity. Come join us for a fun-filled day of activities, entertainment, prizes, and exercise. So come on out and put your best foot forward. AT A GLANCE Congratulations to Dr. Hanna for achieving Master Surgeon in Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery accreditation. YOUR LVB Victor Perea is this months featured success story. He has gone from 300 lbs to running 50-60 miles a week. YOUR STORY Dr. Santo Gives some great tips on snacking and an easy Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe. GOOD EATS Review the conversation to demystify what life looks like after weight loss surgery. LVB WEBINAR 7220 S. Cimarron Rd. Suite #100 Las Vegas, NV 89113 www.lasvegasbariatrics.cominfo@lasvegasbariatrics.com PH: 702.384.1160 FAX: 702.489.7610 COME OUT & JOIN US SATURDAY OCTOBER 22, 2022 REGISTRATION OPEN NOW. Issue Vol SEPTEMBER1 2022 LVB BYTES Providing You The CHEW On What’s NEW
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Welcome to The Las Vegas Bariatrics’ first edition newsletter! We are very excited to launch The LVB Bytes newsletter, which will inform and inspire you on your journey to a healthier you. We will provide you with the chew on what’s new in nutrition, exercise, and the office. You will have insight on upcoming support groups and events and a chance to ask the doctors questions. Finally, each month one of your peers will share their success with weight loss after surgery. We have taken the liberty of signing you up for this newsletter because of our previous connection. If you ever want to unsubscribe, it is very easy to do at any time (see the link in the footer of the email). Whether you are looking for recipes, a new exercise to try, or some encouragement, there will be something here for you every month.
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Each month LVB offers a virtual support group. Come join us as we discuss, share, and support each other. Support groups are a connection to help stay focused, in control, and successful. So, if you need to be educated, motivated, celebrated, or rededicated, you will find it all at the LVB support group meeting. 9th, 2022 12 - 1 PM PST
ELLECXENCEIN S A F E T Y , E F F I C A C Y & YCNEFFICIEMETABOLICSURGEONMASTERIN&BARIATRICSURGERY Congratulations Dr. Hanna MD FACS FASMBS MSMBS Congratulations to Dr. Hanna for achieving Master Surgeon in Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery accreditation. YOUR LVBWhat’s New At LVB We’re proud to recognize Dr. Bernie Hanna for achieving the prestigious Master Surgeon in Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery accreditation. His commitment to advancing and providing quality care for all patients is recognized nationally and internationally by Surgical Review Corporation for providing the highest quality of care and patient safety. Undergoing the rigorous requirements and inspection process indicates that Dr. Hanna is among the best in this specialty and is dedicated to delivering the highest level of care possible. WHAT’S NEW AT 3SEPTEMBER 2022 VOL 1
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Dr. Hanna, Medical Director of Las Vegas Bariatrics, discusses the most common questions about life after bariatric surgery. Dr. Hanna guides us through the essential details in anticipation of physical changes, potential limitations within life, and more. He is joined by his recovered patient, Rana Khalil, who will share her story of how bariatric surgery has transformed her life. To watch the entire webinar, click on the following link. https://youtu.be/qKqQcdjij_4https://www.patientpartner.com/surgeon/dr-bernadine-hanna
Observe the conversation that demystifies what life looks like after weight loss surgery. All these questions and more are addressed in the Life After Surgery Webinar hosted by PatientPartner and Dr. Hanna.
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Congratulations to Dr. Hanna for achieving Master Surgeon in Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery accreditation. YOUR LVBWhat’s New At LVB Early availableRegistrationBirduntil9/27 5SEPTEMBER 2022 VOL 1 Las Vegas Bariatrics and Dignity Health St Rose Dominican are excited to announce their Co-Hosting of the ASMBS Foundations Walk from Obesity. Be a part of raising funds to support obesity treatment research, education, and access to care. Come join us for a fun-filled day of activities, entertainment, prizes, and exercise. So come on out and put your best foot forward. JOIN US: Saturday October 22, 2022 registration open now. Time of check in: 8am – 9am Walk Begins: 9am to 11 am LOCATION: Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican, San Martin Campus 8280 W. Warm Springs Road, Las Vegas, NV 89113 COME BE A PART OF SOMETHING BIG FOR A GOOD CAUSE. EVENT DETAILS, REGISTRATION OR SPONSORSHIP: For more information or to register go to WalkfromObesity.com MORE INFO https://fundraise.asmbsfoundation.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=914
At 35 years of age, Victor Perea runs 50-60 miles per week in preparation for events like the NYC Marathon. However, three and a half years ago, he weighed close to 300lbs. He would use food as a means of soothing his emotions. For most of his childhood and adult life, Victor would gain weight, make strides to lose the weight, and then regain the weight, plus more. Victor never made the commitment to his long-term health and simply put off going for annual physicals to ignore identifying any potential medical problems. Ignorance was bliss, so he thought.
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It was only until Victor and his wife were looking to have their second child did Victor start thinking about his health in the long term. He wanted to be there and active with his daughters for decades. That’s when Victor decided to schedule a doctor’s appointment and was told that he would have full-blown diabetes within 6 months if he continued living his current lifestyle. For Victor, it was a “no-brainer.” He could either continue on his current path to countless diseases or make a longterm commitment to his health and be an active participant in his daughters’ lives. Victor says this lifestyle is for me for the rest of my life. No matter if he is vacationing in NYC, on a cruise ship, or busy with his work week, Victor is committed to eating healthy, exercising, and making choices that keep him on his long-term goal of being fit when he’s 80-years-old. Kudos to Victor for his successful weight loss journey to good health, and we look forward to his continuing accomplishments.
Hydration plays a huge role in weight management. It is the key to our metabolism and digestive system functioning at its peak performance. Hydration aids in the removal of waste and toxins from the body so our organs can retain the essential electrolytes and nutrients. If the balance of electrolytes is off, this can lead to nerve malfunction, cognitive impairment, muscle cramping, and heart dysfunction, among others. Weight loss surgery can induce malabsorption of nutrients, and therefore proper hydration to maintain electrolytes is essential to maintaining the proper functioning of body systems.
For many of us, consuming the required amount of fluid can be difficult, especially after surgery when your stomach is the size of an egg. Bariatric patients will not be able to consume large “gulps” of fluid at any given time. Large amounts of fluid can provide the sensation of being “full.” This fullness can lead to avoidance of drinking and thus not staying ahead of becoming thirsty or dehydrated. Bariatric patients need at least 64 ozs of fluids daily to prevent dehydration. With LVB Pure Hydration IV infusion Therapy, you can achieve relief from dehydration and fatigue. It is a powerful blend of vitamins and electrolytes that restores hydration and replenishes the body’s electrolytes. The IV Infusion method bypasses the digestive system, and nutrients are delivered directly into the bloodstream, providing a faster response, 100% absorption of all ingredients, and longer acting. So, rejuvenate your health and take care of your body from within with LVB Pure Hydration IV Infusion Therapy. Call to set your appointment today at (702) 384-1160 or (855) LVB – THIN. Ask For Rose. Scan the QR code above to therapies to your energy, hydration, and wellness to help you feel and at your about all LV Products visit: is(video)https://issuu.com/lasvegasbariatrics/docs/iv_and_im_therapy_bookletAreyoudrinkingenoughfluids?Rosetellsuswhyhydrationkeybeforeandafterbariatricsurgery.
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“Let’s talk about snacking! Many Americans will reach for a salty snack first, like potato chips, followed by a sweet treat like milk chocolate and wash it all down with an ice-cold carbonated beverage like a soda. A snack such as this (see option 1, empty-calories) contains about 500 calories, 6.5 g of saturated fat, 70 g of added sugar and nearly zero amounts of essential vitamins and minerals. This epitomizes empty calories; in other words, this snack gives us very little bang for our buck when it comes to nutrients that our bodies need to maintain optimal health. The bariatric diet requires that patients follow a nutrient dense diet; that is, a diet containing the most vitamins and minerals possible. Snack option #2 contains the same calories as the empty calorie example but has 90% more protein, no added sugar, 80% more fiber and over 10 vitamins and minerals. Every meal is an opportunity to make the choice in favor of nutrient density”.
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