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With obesity rates increasing at a steady rate and with so many information sources available to evaluate this growing disease, we wanted to create an overview of the current obesity situation, risk-related comorbidities and some treatment options for effective weight loss and resolution of comorbidities. If you have any questions or would like further information, please do not hesitate to call one of our surgeons at 1-905-278-8000 or email at info@swlc.ca.

Obesity and Comorbidities

Obesity is a chronic disease that is complex, multi-factorial, and develops from the interaction between genotype and the environment. Find out more

Treatment Options

Studies have shown that the ability to maintain a weight loss of 20 lbs for 2 years with commercial weight loss programs is generally < 5%. So, what are the other options? Find out more

Improvements or Resolution of Comorbidities

Treating obesity often results in improvements or resolution of comorbidities such as heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea and increased cholesterol. Find out more

Gastric Band Procedure

Gastric Band procedure for weight loss is effective in managing the broad range of health problems experienced by obese individuals. Find out more

Gastric Balloon Procedure

Gastric Balloon procedure induces feelings of satiety, thus reducing food intake, aiding weight loss and promoting lifestyle modification. Find out more

Conversation Counseling

Obese patients are not all alike. Some are actively trying to lose weight; others may be in denial. Find out more

Tools for your practice

Looking for more information to help treat your obese patients or have a question to ask? Find out more

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