NJ Gallbladder Surgery Expert Dr. Sowemimo Offers Expert Advice
By Seun Sowemimo, MD, FACS, FASMBS Gallbladder surgery is one of the safest and most common surgical procedures. Unless it’s causing problems, most people pay little or no attention to their gallbladders or what this organ does for the body. But if you experience pain from a diseased gallbladder or gallstones, it will quickly command […]
Do I Qualify for Weight Loss Surgery?
Since I began practicing bariatric surgery 15 years ago, I have met hundreds if not thousands of frustrated people who could not lose weight — or keep the weight off — following traditional diet and exercise programs. Their struggle may have been lifelong, started after high school or having children. To finally rid themselves of […]
For Men Only: Don’t Let Groin Hernias Bring You Down
Inguinal hernias can be more than just a pain — they can put you in the hospital. This type of hernia occurs when tissue pushes through a weak spot in your groin muscle. This causes a bulge in the groin or scrotum which often hurts or burns. Groin Hernia Symptoms A round bump in […]