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Dr. Jihad Kudsi, General Surgery, Obesity Medicine and Bariatric Surgeon, Glen Ellyn, Oak Brook, IL // Jihad Kudsi, MD
What is a hernia and what is component separation?
Hernias are relatively common health issues that often require surgery to repair. Information below addresses basic information about hernias and common questions about treatment. What is a hernia? A hernia is a hole in the belly tissues through which some fat or intestine can pass, causing abdominal bulging and possibly
Fruits for Weight Loss: Which Ones Are Best?
Fruits provide a high nutritional value, and research shows that eating fruit daily can help you lose weight.1 Because fruits are high in fiber and water, they help you feel full, making you less likely to overeat. Grapefruit, apples, avocados, and watermelon are some of the best fruits to support
Pregnancy Weight Gain After Gastric Bypass or Sleeve Gastrectomy
The prevalence of obesity, defined as a body mass index (BMI; calculated as weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared) of 30 or higher, among women of reproductive age has increased globally, posing a risk for adverse maternal and fetal outcomes.1 Bariatric surgery is currently the most effective
Cost-Effectiveness of Bariatric Surgery in Patients Living with Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes
The favourable effects of bariatric surgeries on body weight reduction and glucose control have been demonstrated in several studies. Additionally, the cost-effectiveness of bariatric surgeries has been confirmed in several analyses. The aim of the current analysis was to demonstrate the cost-effectiveness of bariatric surgeries in obese patients with type
Weight Loss And Sleep
Losing weight is challenging, and keeping weight off can be just as difficult. Although the medical community is still untangling the complicated relationship between sleep and body weight, several potential links have emerged that highlight the potential weight loss benefits of getting a good night’s rest and the negative health
Jihad Kudsi, M.D.
Dual Board Certified in General Surgery, Obesity Medicine & Fellowship Trained Bariatric Surgeon