Bariatric Surgery can be life-changing.
For those who want to lose weight, bariatric surgery can be life-changing.
In addition to taking the weight off, there are many more health benefits that result from the surgical options available.
Obesity is a Medical Condition
Obesity is a medical condition and a leading cause of death in the United States.
While cosmetic reasons can seem like the most obvious benefit for weight loss surgery, the benefits to health are far more significant.
Obesity has a host of health related risks associated with it. And, bariatric or weight loss surgery can play an important role in mitigating these risks.
The video below profiles one of Dr. Xu’s Bariatric Surgery patients.
Las Vegas Surgical’s Dr. Jiashou Jimmy Xu, MD is the Medical Director of Weight Loss Surgery Center at St. Rose Dominican Hospital, Siena Campus in Henderson.
Health Risks Associated with Obesity
- Arthritis
- Cancer
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Depression
- High Blood Pressure
- High Cholesterol
- Joint & Muscle Pain
- Sleep Apnea
- Type 2 Diabetes
Of course, feeling better about one’s physical appearance along with the ability to move around more easily are also benefits of weight loss surgery.
At Las Vegas Surgical Associates, we offer outstanding surgical outcomes and superior expertise in the treatment of obesity and all its related health problems.
Our surgeons take the time to educate, understand, and support you as you start on your journey to health and improved quality of life.
and feel better about your appearance.