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Alabama Bariatrics Minimally Invasive Surgery - Weight Loss (Bariatrics) Surgery We believe in the team approach to weight loss surgery.
Alabama Bariatrics and Minimally Invasive Surgery is a comprehensive program for the education, treatment, and care of patients with morbid obesity who have had or will undergo weight loss (bariatric) surgery. Treatment of morbid obesity includes not only the surgery and post-operative care, but also extensive medical evaluation, dietary counseling, patient and family education, healthy lifestyle support and yearly follow-up.
10/08/2026
✨A successful journey!✨ Here is a glimpse into the results of a year after gastric sleeve surgery. This patient is a success, and you can be, too!
Contact us to see how bariatric surgery may be able to help you!
It's Fall Break🍂. Holidays are around the corner 🎄. So many patients want to know when they can travel after surgery ✈️. The good news is you don't have to wait!
October 1. 🍂
Today can be your Day 1 of finally taking control of your health instead of always say "one day." ✨ It is easy to start - just take our -second quiz here:
https://alabariatrics.com/patient-resources/60-second-weight-loss-quiz/
✨️What is dumping syndrome? 🤢 This is a common worry people have after bariatric surgery. Dr. Suggs explains more here about it.
So you have people telling you aren't even big enough for surgery. You have less than 100 pounds to lose. Why would you even think about it? 🤔
Well, Dr. Suggs gives his take on this scenario. Remember that everyone has their own "why."
Do you have to lose weight before bariatric surgery?❓️ Dr. Suggs doesn't have his own requirement to lose weight prior to surgery. He does explain a couple of exceptions, though.
09/14/2026
It’s fall in Alabama, which means football Saturdays, homecoming tailgates, and watch parties! 🏈🍂
If you’ve had weight loss surgery, navigating the game-day food table can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to miss out on the fun to stay on track.
Here’s your quick game plan for post-op party success:
1️⃣ Prioritize Protein First – Focus on fuel that keeps you full.
2️⃣ Never Go Hungry – Have a protein snack before heading out.
3️⃣ Bring a Bariatric-Friendly Dish – Take control by sharing a healthy option everyone will love.
4️⃣ Stick to the 30-Minute Rule – Keep food and liquids separate.
Follow this link to read the full blog post and grab 3 delicious, high-protein game day recipes (including our crowd-pleasing Buffalo Chicken Dip & Loaded Pepper 'Nachos')! ⬇️
https://alabariatrics.com/fall-parties-after-bariatric-surgery/
Why is protein 🍖🥩so important after bariatric surgery? Dr. Suggs has the answer right here!
If you are curious about whether bariatric surgery is right for you, give us a call! 📱We're here to help you through the process.
09/04/2026
🍁It may be hot, but it's Fall, y'all!🍁What is your favorite thing about this season? Is it football🏈? Pumpkin Spice everything☕? Let us know in the comments!
When can you travel 🛩after bariatric surgery? Good news! There are no restrictions!
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