Winning through Losing: A Weight Loss Surgery Podcast

Listen as Dr. Michael Bilof and Dr. Basil Yurcisin deliver the information you need about bariatric surgery and weight loss.

Episodes

Patient Story - Paige and Juliette Gyurindak

March 29, 2021

Mother and Daughter Juliette Gyurindak and Paige Gyurindak discuss their respective Bariatric surgery journeys and how it has impacted their lives.

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Patient Story - Dori Stacker

December 12, 2020

In this patient story, Dori Stacker shares the impact and drastic life changes from her surgery.

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Patient Story - Michael Lajoie

December 12, 2020

In this patient story, Michael Lajoie discusses his bariatric experience and the impact it has had on his life moving forward.

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Patient Story - Jennifer Korndoerfer

December 3, 2020

In this patient story, Jennifer Korndoerfer shares how her surgery changed her life.

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Covid 19 and Obesity, part Two

October 9, 2020

Dr. Michael Bilof explains why COVID-19 affects those with obesity, why treatment might be more difficult, and how those who suffer from obesity can protect themselves from the virus.

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Super Foods to Keep Your Immune System Strong

May 7, 2020

In normal times, and especially during the COVID-19 outbreak, having a strong immune system can help you stay healthy. So what are some superfoods that can keep your immune system strong? We find out today with Karla Hamal, a Registered Dietician at Garden State Bariatrics and Wellness Center.

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Covid 19 and Obesity

April 21, 2020

Dr. Michael Bilof explains why COVID-19 affects those with obesity, why treatment might be more difficult, and how those who suffer from obesity can protect themselves from the virus.

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Ask the PA – What You REALLY Want to Know About Bariatric Surgery

November 22, 2019

What do you really want to know about bariatric surgery? Bella Baum, Surgical Physician Assistant, discusses bariatric surgery.

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Exercise After Bariatric Surgery

August 16, 2019

How important is exercise after bariatric surgery? Michael Caromano, physicians assistant, discusses exercise after surgery.

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Meet Jessica: A Patient Story

May 16, 2019

Jessica Zamot, Front Office Coordinator at Garden State Bariatrics and Wellness, discusses watching patients on their journeys, along with sharing her personal experience with bariatric surgery.

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The Hospital Experience

April 29, 2019

Your bariatric surgery will involve a hospital stay. Jenifer Stein, Program Navigator for Bariatric and Colorectal Surgery Programs, discusses what to expect from your hospital stay.

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The Importance of Support Groups

April 29, 2019

Support groups can help you through your bariatric surgery. Jenifer Stein, Program Navigator of Bariatric and Colorectal Surgery Programs, explains how support groups benefit patients.

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Meet Lucy

December 14, 2018

Lucy DelGaudio was physically active and served in the military. PTSD led to comfort eating. Hypertensive and pre-diabetes diagnoses prompted Lucy to seek change. Lucy shares her story of life after bariatric surgery.

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The Importance of Protein and Vitamins

November 28, 2018

Bariatric surgery is life changing. In order to find optimal success, one must be mindful of nutrition for life following surgery.

Wynnie Hoodis, registered dietician, discusses the importance of protein and vitamins after bariatric surgery.

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Preparing for Surgery

November 22, 2018

Once you've decided to have bariatric surgery, an expert will guide you on the preparation for surgery. Testing, clearances and insurance all play a role. Julie Mulch, Surgical Coordinator, discusses how to prepare for bariatric surgery.

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Meet Dr. Bilof

October 29, 2018

Dr. Michael Bilof founded Garden State Bariatrics in April 2007. His vision was to offer lifesaving solutions for individuals with obesity and related diseases. In this short podcast, Dr. Bilof shares his personal story and his desire to improve lives with his skills in bariatric surgery.

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Co-morbidities Associated with Obesity and Post-Surgical Health Improvements

October 29, 2018

Obesity can come with a whole host of other health issues. A co-morbidity is the presence of two or more chronic conditions in a patient. For those who are obese, comorbidities could include type 2 diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, gout, osteoarthritis and more.

Dr. Michael Bilof discusses comorbidities that can be impacted by obesity, plus how those comorbidities can improve after surgery.

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Nutrition Tips for Bariatric Patients

July 19, 2018

Surgery is a tool and must be coupled with ongoing lifestyle changes to support immediate and lifelong success and sustain a medically healthy weight. The GSBWC in-house nutritional program provides the counsel, support and expertise needed for pre and post-surgery support.

Wynnie Hoodis, MS, RDN, shares important information about good nutrition for patients undergoing bariatric surgery.

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The Importance of Label Reading for Smart Grocery Shopping

July 19, 2018

It is very important for people trying to lose weight to gather information on the products they are eating. Food labels can help you determine the nutritional content of a food item. You can use them to compare different items by using the Nutrition Facts label to choose the healthier option.

Wynnie Hoodis, MS, RDN, provides great tips to label reading and grocery shopping for severely overweight people that are considering or unde...

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Meet Dr. Basil Yurcisin

May 30, 2018

Dr. Basil Yurcisin is a seasoned bariatric and general surgeon, trained at one of the world’s top fellowship programs in bariatrics and minimally invasive surgery. Listen in and get to know Dr. Yurcisin, one of GSBW top surgeons.

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