Soma Weight Loss is proud to announce its 844-Soma-844 weight loss campaign across multiple media formats, including TV ads, radio, and billboards. The ads will be distributed across the Los Angeles area. They will refer consumers to our surgical and non-surgical weight loss solutions. We have already helped thousands of people achieve their weight loss
Is gastric bypass surgery safe? Is bariatric surgery safe? These are two of the most common questions my staff and I are asked as patients explore their options and consider weight loss surgery. Thanks to advances in healthcare and technology, bariatric surgery procedures are safer than ever. As practitioners, we have learned a lot about
If you’re exploring the possibility of weight loss surgery, but you aren’t sure who qualifies, or how, this weight loss surgery checklist will help you navigate the process. Here’s a look at the medical requirements needed to qualify, as well as the physical and mental preparations required for weight loss surgery. Are you a Candidate
If you’re considering weight loss surgery and have done some online research, you’ve no doubt learned what a complicated topic it is. Here’s a look at many of the most common weight loss surgery questions, with detailed answers from credible sources. Many of the answers depend on multiple factors, such as how much you weigh
Approximately 50% of American adults tried to lose weight between 2013 and 2016, according to the CDC. The majority of them changed their diet, with about 50% adding more fruits and vegetables to their meal plans and 63% cutting their calories. Evidence suggests that losing weight and keeping it off long-term requires a combination of
If you’re thinking about going outside the U.S. or traveling for your weight loss surgery, we have three good reasons to stay in California: Medical tourism can be risky. Healthcare in some countries isn’t as highly regulated as it is in the United States. You want to be within driving distance of your surgeon for
We are pleased to announce the winner of the spring 2019 Soma Weight Loss Health & Wellness Scholarship, Lindsey O’Sullivan. Lindsey has been awarded $1,000 to use toward her undergraduate education. “What stood out for us in Lindsey’s application was her honesty, integrity and enthusiasm,” Dr. Naim said. “She wrote about turning her passion into
We’re frequently asked questions about what happens to your body after weight loss, whether the weight loss is post-surgery or through diet, nutrition and exercise — or a combination of those. One common side effect of any type of weight loss program is excess loose skin. Dramatic weight loss can lead to excess skin, which
BMI is a calculation that assigns a number based on your height and weight. You can calculate yours here. People who have a BMI under 18.5 are classified as underweight; 18.5 to 24.9 as normal weight; 25 to 29.9 as overweight; 30 or over as obese; and 40 or over as severely obese. BMI is
If you’re considering having weight loss surgery, much of your research is probably focused on the amount of weight you can expect to lose, the best procedure for your situation, and what to expect while you’re recovering from the procedure. Understanding what changes your body may undergo in the months and years ahead, in addition