Bailey is a registered nurse and medical copywriter with a wide base of healthcare experience. She has worked with a variety of patients in the hospital setting, including bariatric, pediatric, oncology, and dialysis patients. Her passion for patient education and wide base of nursing knowledge brings a unique perspective to her writing.
Written by Bailey Opsal, RN
Gastric Bypass Weight Loss Chart
So you’re interested in gastric bypass surgery for weight loss – that’s amazing! Gastric bypass surgery is one of the best ways to achieve sustained weight loss, even years after surgery. During surgery, your surgeon bypasses part of your stomach and small intestines so less food can be absorbed and you feel fuller faster. When […]
Everything you need to know about Pantothenic Acid after bariatric surgery
After bariatric surgery, you’re on the right track to take control of your health. With a change in food intake and structural alterations in your digestive tract, meeting your weight loss goals is achievable. But that’s not all bariatric surgery can do for you. Other positive benefits include better heart health, less joint pain, and […]
Everything you need to know about Folate after bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery is an effective procedure that creates significant change within your body. It allows you to lose weight, be healthier, and live your life without worrying about your weight. But as with any surgery, it’s essential to know the changes that occur within the body. The gastrointestinal tract changes after bariatric surgery and dietary […]
Zinc: Everything you need to know about Zinc after bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery is a great long-term option for weight loss. But even with the positive changes from surgery, it can also cause nutritional deficiencies after surgery. It’s essential to know the changes that occur within the body in order to understand how to maintain your health long after your bariatric surgery is performed. Zinc deficiency […]