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Prime Surgicare Partners with LBS Nutrition LLC for Bariatric Counseling and Patient Support
Posted by: In: Bariatric Fitness, Bariatric Success Program, bariatric surgeon, Blog Post, Dietitian's Corner, Gastric Sleeve, Horizon BCBS in network bariatric, WFPB, whole food plant based 23 Apr 2024 0 comments Tags , , , , , ,

Lauren Carey, RDN, and her certified bariatric dietitians will provide individualized bariatric nutrition counseling and Support Group facilitation for Prime Surgicare

 

Lauren Carey, RDN

As a leading provider of bariatric surgery services in New Jersey and metro New York City, Prime Surgicare is continuously striving to enhance patient care and support. Effective April 2024, we are pleased to announce a new partnership with LBS Nutrition LLC, led by founder Lauren Carey, RDN.

LBS Nutrition LLC specializes in providing one-on-one pre- and post-op bariatric nutrition counseling to ensure each patient receives the tools and education necessary to achieve their health and weight goals safely and effectively. With Lauren Carey’s 15 years of experience at the helm, the weight loss surgery patients of Dr. Seun Sowemimo and Prime Surgicare will receive customized guidance and evidence-based strategies for lifelong weight loss and weight management throughout the course of their weight loss journey.

“Dr. Seun and his practice have an outstanding reputation in our region for unrivaled surgical weight loss services,” Lauren notes. “We look forward to ensuring every patient has the tools and support they need to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle and feel their best.”

 

In addition to overseeing patient care appointments, Lauren Carey and her LBS Nutrition LLC team will facilitate Prime Surgicare’s free bi-monthly Online and In-Person Bariatric Support Group meetings. These sessions provide invaluable opportunities for patients to connect, share experiences and receive guidance from bariatric clinicians.

weight loss surgery njWhether you’re preparing for surgical weight loss—gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, bariatric revision or gastric band removal– or navigating your post-operative journey, join us to unlock the secrets to sustainable, long-term success.

Learn more about the roster of support tools every bariatric warrior receives from Prime Surgicare’s exclusive Bariatric Success Program and call 732-414-2707 to schedule a prompt appointment with our bariatric nutrition team.

Our Freehold Office Has Moved!
Posted by: In: Blog Post 22 Mar 2024 0 comments

Effective Monday, March 25, 2024, We have moved to a new building and suite at CentraState Medical Center in Freehold, NJ:

Does Your Employer Offer Free Bariatric, Hernia or Gallbladder Surgery?
Posted by: In: bariatric revision, bariatric surgeon, Blog Post, gallbladder surgery, gastric bypass, Gastric Sleeve, hernia surgery 15 Jan 2024 0 comments Tags , , , , ,

“Weight loss in the Hardware Department!” Cheers to Carmen (left) and Eridania, two friends who used Home Depot’s employer-paid surgery program to have gastric sleeve surgery with us. Eridania lost 120 pounds in 9 months; Carmen has lost almost 50 in 5 months. “Standing 10+ hours daily was killing my feet and energy level, says Eridania. “Now I can do so much more during the day and go out after work!”

Got Goals? Get SMARTer
Posted by: In: Blog Post, Dietitian's Corner 05 Jan 2024 0 comments Tags , , , , , , , , , , , ,

 

Jessica Williams, Registered Dietitian Specializing in Bariatrics

By Jessica Williams, RD, Prime Surgicare

January is already in motion and some of us have already let those earnest New Year’s promises “to change” slip out the door. Studies show that New Year commitments are usually pushed aside and forgotten within just four weeks. There must be a better way to reach your most important goals in life.

For starters, New Year’s resolutions are a promise, not an actual plan. 

For example, stating you want to “get in shape, lose weight or get healthy” are all great ideas, but they are tough to achieve without detailed steps to follow.

Get SMARTer

One helpful way to make resolutions stick is to set up a S.M.A.R.T. goal:

S: Specific

Make your goal very specific

M: Measurable

How will you know if you achieved your goal? What measurements are you going to use?

A: Achievable/Attainable

Make sure you can attain this goal in the time frame you set up

R: Realistic/Relevant

The goal you set up should be aligned with your overall objective

T: Time Frame

The amount of time you set up to allow to achieve the goal

S.M.A.R.T. Goal Examples

If your resolution is “I am going to get into better shape this year,” your S.M.A.R.T. goal could be so “I will walk 30 minutes 5 times per week.” Obviously, your SMART goal is a specific goal with defined measurements—30 minutes and 5X/weekly, and it specifically aligns with getting into better shape (making it relevant).

Goal Achieved—Now What?

 

What happens if I achieve my goal and it is very easy?

Two options:

1) Pat yourself on the back for a ‘mission accomplished.

2) Boost your goal up a notch (or two)

  • Make your goal more challenging by changing the length and/or walking frequency.
  • Expand the original goal to a more challenging one, like adding a second type of work-out to your plan, such as biking or stair-climbing once or twice a week.

What happens if I achieve my goal and it is challenging to accomplish? Keep the same goal and re-evaluate weekly; when the goal gets easier – push yourself to a higher challenge.

Goal Fail —Now What?

 

What happens if I am not able to achieve my goal? Do not give up!

IF you did not achieve your goal, look back and figure out what may have hindered your success. Then, try to overcome these obstacles and try again. Some goals look easily achievable on paper (or in your mind) but are more complicated in reality.

Goals are often not achieved after the first, second or even third effort. 

But each time you try, you get one step closer to victory.

 

Changing bad habits is difficult, no question about it. However, if you set out a well-defined strategy to achieve the goal for yourself, you have a much higher chance for success! In the comment section below, let me know how your 2024 goals are going so far. If you have questions or challenges, I’ll be happy to reply with some suggestions.

Good luck and wishing you every success in 2024!

Jessica

NJ Board-Certified Gallbladder Surgeon Ready to End Your Pain
Posted by: In: Blog Post, gallbladder surgery, GI surgery, hernia surgery, Horizon BCBS in network bariatric, Horizon BCBS in network surgeon 06 Nov 2023 0 comments Tags , , , , , , ,

Gallbladder disease, a common condition affecting nearly 20% of the population, often stems from gallstones that can lead to inflammation and excruciating pain. If you’re experiencing intermittent pain in the upper right abdomen, consult your primary care doctor for a gallbladder assessment, and don’t hesitate to reach out to New Jersey board-certified gallbladder surgeon Dr. Seun Sowemimo for further diagnosis and guidance.

Gallbladder Disease Symptoms

If you are suffering from stones in the gallbladder, you may experience intermittent pain in the right upper abdominal region. The pain typically starts after eating and may cause nausea, vomiting or bloating. Fever may or may not be present.

People who have severe symptoms from gallstones (usually diagnosed by an ultrasound) frequently have their gallbladder removed through a minimally invasive procedure called a laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Gallbladder and Gallstones Treatment

Dr. Sowemimo is a top rated gallbladder surgeon in new jersey

If surgery is recommended, what are the benefits of laparoscopic gallbladder surgery?

  • No hospital stay in most cases
  • Four tiny scars instead of one large abdominal scar
  • Minimal pain and no recurrence after surgery
  • Significantly faster recovery time

Turn to New Jersey’s Gallbladder Expert for Optimal Surgical Care

Read 36 five-star gallbladder Patient Reviews on Google.

Emergency and Pre-Scheduled Gallbladder Operations

Your Freehold and Jackson, NJ-based Gallbladder Center team of GI specialists will be by your side before, during and after your gallbladder removal is performed. We combine our advanced professional surgical training, technical skills and modern surgical facilities to ensure the best result for you. While this procedure has a very low risk of complications, it is imperative to choose an experienced board-certified, laparoscopic surgeon to perform your gallbladder operation.

Prime Surgicare medical director and advanced laparoscopic surgeon Dr. Seun Sowemimo performs minimally-invasive surgeries several times per week at these central NJ hospitals and is an in-network provider with Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield (Horizon Blue) of New Jersey:

  • CentraState Medical Center
  • Hackensack Meridian Health

Call our friendly and experienced surgical staff at (732) 414-2707 to make a prompt appointment to discuss your gallbladder case.

Baby It’s Cold Outside! Tips to Keep Your Workout Hot This Winter
Posted by: In: bariatric surgeon, Blog Post 22 Oct 2023 0 comments Tags , , , , , , ,

There’s a definite chill in the air here in New Jersey.  And you can’t ignore that it’s suddenly dark by 6:30 pm. making evening walks and jogs a bit less appealing. But now is not the time to go into hibernation until spring. As the holidays (and the special treats, parties and big meals that go along with it), now is a great time to actually ramp up your fitness strategy.

Weight Loss Surgery (WLS) warriors should be active all year round to lose or maintain their weight. It can be hard to get motivated to move during this time of year, but instead of lamenting that you may no longer wish to ride your bike at 8:00 PM, go for your walk or swim in your pool, let’s look at the fun things fall and winter have to offer to get moving! We’ve listed 10 activities to try below: Read more…

CentraState Bariatric Center Awarded SRC Center of Excellence
Posted by: In: Blog Post, Dr. Seun inspiration 19 Oct 2023 0 comments Tags , , , , , , ,

(Freehold Township, NJ) CentraState Medical Center’s Bariatric Center, headed by Seun Sowemimo, MD, FACS, FASMBS, has been awarded the “Excellence in Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery” designation for surgeon quality and overall patient care by the highly regarded Surgical Review Corporation (SRC). “Our bariatric program offers an unmatched spectrum of solutions to help people defeat obesity and quell the chronic diseases associated with it,” says Dr. Sowemimo.

Bariatric Surgery Centers of Excellence®: Why they are important when selecting your surgeon and hospital

Dr. Seun Sowemimo, Medical Director, The Bariatric Center at CentraState Healthcare System

This highly regarded quality designation is awarded to medical facilities and their associated surgeons who have successfully completed the designation process, which enables patients to distinguish providers who have met the requirements for delivering high-quality perioperative and long-term follow-up care. Leading the Bariatric Center at CentraState, the hospital joins a global community of hospitals and surgeons committed to improving care quality and patient safety while advancing surgical efficacy through outcomes-based practices.

SRC’s accreditation program requirements and evaluation processes were developed in conjunction with industry leaders. To earn the designation, CentraState underwent a rigorous site inspection during which all aspects of its bariatric program’s surgical processes were closely examined and data on health outcomes was collected and reviewed. SRC determined that CentraState has met or exceeded these comprehensive requirements and is truly committed to excellence.

To meet with Dr. Seun Sowemimo to explore the benefits of surgical weight loss, call our Freehold or Jackson, NJ offices at 732-414-2707 for a prompt appointment.

 

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