Apr 6, 2017 | Bariatrics, Depression, Obesity, Success, Weight Loss Surgery
After bariatric surgery, sometimes the simplest things bring the greatest pleasure to those who have the procedure. “I can paint my toenails, girlfriend!” Tiara-Lady Wilson says with a laugh as she pulls her feet up into the chair to sit crosslegged. “And look what I...
Apr 6, 2016 | Bariatrics, Depression, Diet, Exercise, Obesity, Success, Weight Loss Surgery
From Fort Sanders Regional Health & Lifestyles In the last 18 months, Debra Hinson, 50, has lost nearly 100 pounds. The Sevierville resident said she has revamped not only her body, but her mind and spirit as well. “I have been on every diet that you can possibly...
Sep 20, 2010 | Bariatrics, Depression, Diabetes, Exercise, Obesity, Success, Weight Loss Surgery
Lifelong Maryville resident Ron Martin remembers well the day he decided it was time to make a change and lose the weight that was crippling his health. “My father died of congestive heart failure,” says Martin. “It was a very rough death and very traumatic for my...
Sep 7, 2010 | Bariatrics, Community, Depression, Diabetes, Exercise, Obesity, Sleep Apnea, Weight Loss Surgery
As part of our commitment to the wellness of our patients and other community members, we’re proud to be a sponsor alongside the Blount Memorial Weight Management Center of Moving Together: One Step Closer. The event is a one-mile walk to raise awareness about the...
May 18, 2010 | Bariatrics, Depression, Obesity
Studies indicate that obesity and depression are closely linked. People who are obese are more likely to be depressed, and people who are depressed are more likely to be obese. In fact, a study conducted by the Leiden University Medical Center, the Netherlands, found...
