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RYGB may lead to changes in brain activity

RYGB may lead to changes in brain activity

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RYGB and brain activity Study suggests that despite reduced food intake and improved food choices after RYGB, brain areas that are involved in reward anticipatory functions may be more active Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) surgery may lead to changes in brain activity in regions that process reward and taste-related behaviours, according to a study on…

Bariatric Surgery Conference 2015 – Update
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Bariatric Surgery Conference 2015 – Update

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All Support Group Members and interested parties are welcome to attend – you only need to attend on Sunday 22 March 2015 if you are a Pre-surgery or a Post surgery patient.  The session on Saturday 21 March 2015, is aimed at industry professionals ( surgeons, Doctors, Nurses and Care givers)  When: Sunday 22 March…

Behavioural and psychological characteristics of patients

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Patients who choose bariatric surgery compared to conservative weight loss treatment, had more positive expectations of the treatment outcomes and stronger beliefs in their ability to achieve these outcomes, according to researchers from the Oslo Bariatric Surgery Study (OBSS) The paper, ‘A comparison of behavioral and psychological characteristics of patients opting for surgical and conservative…

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DECEMBER 2013 BARIATRIC SUPPORT NEWS

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The Christmas Holidays are nearly upon us, and, like you, our   Bariatric Surgery Support Group is looking forward to a well-deserved rest over the coming days.   Before we break for festivities we would like to take the opportunity to thank all of our Members, The Support Group Committee, Dr Potgieter, Dr Swanepoel, Judy…

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MEDICAL AID IN SOUTH AFRICA

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South Africa has about 97 medical schemes totalling around 8 million beneficiaries.  The total annual contribution to medical schemes is around R85-billion (according to the Council for Medical Schemes – 2012).  Take into account that South Africa have a population of more than 49 million people! Less than 17% of SA citizens belong to a medical…

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August 2011 Newsletter – Free Download

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                    Click on the Link Below to Download a PDF version of our August 2011 Newsletter :   Bariatric Surgery Support Newsletter August 2011 In this issue we focus on Pre-operation preparation and Post operation Outlook.  

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