Does a doctor have the training to address dietary needs? Versus seeing a dietitian?

Peter B asked: My insurance company denied my weight loss surgery because my 6 month pre surgery diet was only supervised by a surgeon and not a dietician.. The dietician checked my diet and diet diary after the 6 month period and said she felt it was the proper diet for me. So, [...]

Written on March 1, 2010 | Posted in Medicine | 2 Comments

I have had lapband surgery and am stuck at just a few pounds of weightloss?

qtpie20477 asked: I recently visited my doctor and he said it isn’t working for me. Has anyone been at this point and gotten back on track and achieved weightloss? How did you do it?Metabolism and Your Weight

Written on November 18, 2009 | Posted in Medicine | 1 Comment