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If you’re like most people, at some point you have probably started a fitness routine and had a difficult time sticking to it. Maybe you got bored, or maybe you weren’t seeing results quick enough. It happens and it is nothing to be ashamed of.

To help you stay motivated to exercise, weight loss surgeon Dr. V. Kuzinkovas of Advanced Surgicare shares his best tips here.Read More

When watching your caloric intake after bariatric surgery, it is best to cook your own meals instead of eating out or getting takeaway food. Having a few key kitchen gadgets can help you eat healthier, streamline your meal prep and enjoy your food!

Read on as Dr. V. Kuzinkovas, a weight loss surgeon in Sydney, suggests some helpful kitchen gadgets.Read More

Having bariatric surgery and losing a significant amount of weight can stir up a wide range of confusing emotions. As you adjust to a completely new way of eating and undergo a dramatic physical transformation, do not be surprised if you see a difference in your mood or emotional health. This is very common.

Sydney bariatric surgeon Dr V. Kuzinkovas is acutely aware of the emotional obstacles you may face. He and our team are devoted to helping you deal with, and overcome, these emotions.Read More

At Advanced Surgicare, we strive to educate our patients about what to expect throughout the entire weight loss surgery journey — both the positives and the potential negatives. One of the post-operative side effects from gastric bypass or gastric sleeve surgery is dumping syndrome.

Dumping syndrome occurs when a large amount of food (especially sugary food) passes too quickly from the stomach into the small intestines without being digested. This causes a release of hormones that affect heart rate, blood pressure, skin flushing and intestinal transit.Read More

Are you tired of what seems to be a lifelong battle with your weight? Do you feel defeated by the cycle of trying to lose weight, only to gain it back (plus some more)?

Weight loss surgery with Dr. V. Kuzinkovas can help you get out of this cycle and on the path to a healthier, happier life. There is no better time than the start of a new year to think seriously about your options.

Here are five reasons to consider weight loss surgery in 2019.Read More

The relationship between a high body weight and poor sleep is very complex. Not only is obesity a major risk factor for sleep-disordered breathing problems like sleep apnea, but science also suggests that sleep problems may play a role in weight gain.

Below, Dr. V. Kuzinkovas, a bariatric surgeon serving Sydney and beyond, explores the relationship between weight and sleep in more detail.Read More

Hitting a plateau after losing weight steadily can be extremely discouraging. But it is normal, and it doesn’t have to altogether derail your progress. In this post, Dr. V. Kuzinkovas, a Sydney bariatric surgeon, offers tips for overcoming a weight loss plateau.Read More

Committing to weight loss surgery is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. It requires a lot of research, reflection and close consultation with a trusted bariatric surgeon.

To help you make the most of your consultation with your Sydney bariatric surgeon, Dr. V. Kuzinkovas, it is recommended that you ask several essential questions during your appointment.

You shouldn’t feel shy or hesitant when asking questions — any reputable surgeon should be eager to educate you as much as possible so you can make informed decisions about your care.Read More

One of the most common questions that arises when things have settled down post bariatric surgery is ‘how many meals should I be eating?’ As is the case with many areas of nutrition, there is not a one size fits all model, rather it comes down to the individual, their activity levels, size and what stage of their weight loss journey they are at.Read More

As mentioned in a previous blog post, part of the bariatric surgery preparation process may include following a doctor-supervised diet regimen for about two weeks before surgery. Although it may be tempting to want to eat your favorite foods before surgery, making healthy dietary choices can set you up for success. Below, Dr. V. Kuzinkovas goes into more detail about the pre-surgery diet to help you understand its purpose.Read More