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Know the Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, understanding the condition can help you manage it. Type 1 and type 2 diabetes have a lot in common, but the differences are important.

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How Bariatric Surgery Can Help Reverse Type 2 Diabetes

Many people who have bariatric surgery see their type 2 diabetes go into remission.

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5 Things to Know About Bariatric Surgery and Fertility

Having weight-loss surgery may help women and birthing people who are struggling to conceive.

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6 Reasons to Join a Bariatric Support Group

Statistics show that patients who attend bariatric support group meetings after their surgery have more success losing weight and maintaining that loss. 

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Managing Excess Skin After Weight-Loss Surgery

In this Q&A, Dr. Neil King, bariatric surgeon, and Dr. Christine Jones, plastic surgeon, will answer some common questions patients ask about excess loose skin after bariatric surgery.

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Top 5 Tips To Navigate the Holidays after Bariatric Surgery

The abundance of luscious foods during the holidays can be a challenge for people who have had bariatric surgery.

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How Long After Bariatric Surgery Can I Exercise?

Exercise is an important part of the bariatric surgery journey. Here are some of the most common questions about exercise from patients considering bariatric surgery.

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Do I Qualify for Weight-Loss Surgery?

Bariatric surgery can improve your health and even extend your life, but there are many factors that determine if you’re a good candidate. And it’s not just your weight.

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Am I Really Hungry? Recognizing Hunger Signals in Your Bariatric Surgery Journey

Learn the difference between physical and emotional hunger, and how Temple guides you to understand and respond to hunger cues throughout your bariatric surgery journey.

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Is Bariatric Surgery Right for Me?

Bariatric surgery can improve or resolve obesity-related conditions. But is it worth it? Bariatric surgeon Dr. Neil King walks you through the benefits and risks to help you decide.

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