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Foothills Teen Weight Loss Program in Knoxville, TN: Compassionate Obesity Treatment for Teens
Helping a teen manage obesity can feel overwhelming for families, but the right medical support can make a lasting difference. The Foothills Teen Weight Loss Program in Knoxville, TN, is designed specifically for adolescents ages 14 and older who need guidance,...
GLP-1 Medications vs. Weight Loss Surgery: What a New “Real-World” Study Means for Patients
GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide have helped many people jumpstart weight loss and improve health. With all the attention around these medications, it’s understandable that patients ask a big question: Which works better long term—GLP-1s or weight...
What You Deserve to Know About Weight Loss Surgery in 2026
With new medications making headlines, the most e!ective treatment for severe obesity is being overlooked. Here are the facts your doctor may not have shared with you. By Mark A. Colquitt, MD, FACS, FASMBS · Bariatric Surgery, Knoxville, TNIf you've been living with...
Love Yourself This Valentine’s Day: How Bariatric Surgery Can Be the Ultimate Act of Self-Care
Valentine’s Day is full of reminders to show love: cards, flowers, and sweet gestures. But the relationship that shapes every part of your life is the one you have with yourself. If you’ve been struggling with obesity, health concerns, or the exhausting cycle of...
New Year, New You in 2026: Transform Your Health with Foothills Weight Loss Surgeons
A new year brings new opportunities, and for many, the motivation to finally take control of their health. If you’ve struggled with obesity or long-term weight management, Foothills Weight Loss Surgeons in Knoxville, TN, offers the guidance, expertise, and compassion...
Holiday Eating Tips for Bariatric Patients (and How to Avoid Dumping Syndrome)
The holidays are full of family, fun, and…food everywhere. If you’ve had bariatric surgery, you can enjoy the season, but you’ll need a plan to protect your health, your weight loss progress, and your comfort, especially when it comes to problems like dumping...
Understanding the Link Between Obesity and Diabetes — and How Bariatric Surgery Can Help
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on one of the most common and serious health challenges facing Americans today. More than 38 million people in the United States have diabetes, and an even greater number are at risk due to obesity, a major...
Don’t Be Scared of Weight Loss Surgery – Our Team Is Here to Help
October brings pumpkins, costumes, and a little bit of fright as Halloween draws near. But when it comes to improving your health and achieving lasting weight loss, there’s one thing you shouldn’t be afraid of: weight loss surgery. At Foothills Weight Loss Surgeons in...
Staying Active After Bariatric Surgery: Tips for Long-Term Success
Weight loss surgery is a powerful tool that can help patients take control of their health, but surgery is just the beginning of the journey. At Foothills Weight Loss Surgeons in Knoxville, TN, we encourage our patients to think of bariatric surgery as a fresh start,...
How Weight Loss Surgery Can Support Fertility and New Beginnings
For women struggling with obesity, the journey to starting or expanding a family can come with unique health challenges—especially when it comes to fertility. At Foothills Weight Loss Surgeons in Knoxville, TN we recognize the profound connection between weight and...