Jun 11, 2020 | Uncategorized, Weight Loss Surgery
News from Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center Even before they tied the gastric knot, they had seen the best and worst of one another. In one photo, there was Dwayne Linger – all 387 pounds of him. In another, there he was at 180. Likewise, Allenna Mullins had posted...
Jun 11, 2020 | Weight Loss Surgery
News From Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center The gastric bypass surgery Dwayne Linger had in 2018 did more than just shrink his stomach and expand his wardrobe options. It also freed him from a body that had condemned him to a sedentary lifestyle and a shorter life...
May 31, 2020 | Uncategorized, Weight Loss Surgery
Untreated sleep apnea, especially if you’re obese, can exacerbate or cause more health issues. It can lead to cardiovascular problems, memory problems, impotence, and more weight gain. Although one’s weight isn’t the only reason why one develops obstructive sleep...
May 15, 2020 | Weight Loss Surgery
Bariatric surgery is not your typical surgical procedure. It can offer you lifelong health changes but it also requires your commitment. This is why we, at Foothills Weight Loss Surgeons in Knoxville, require our bariatric clients to attend our FREE info series. This...
Mar 3, 2020 | Weight Loss Surgery
Is bariatric surgery covered by insurance? This is one of the most common questions we get from patients who are considering bariatric surgery. Most insurance providers cover weight-loss surgeries. In our facility, as part of our process, our patients meet with our...
Feb 28, 2020 | Weight Loss Surgery
Joint problems such as osteoarthritis and obesity can be a vicious cycle. Being overweight can put too much pressure on your joints, accelerating their tear and wear. However, physical activity is needed for one to drop those excess pounds, making joint pain a...