After bariatric surgery, it’s important to make sure all your meals contain essential vitamins and minerals, given that your portion sizes will be significantly smaller than before. You won’t need to give up your favorite...

We have great news to share! Our practice, Advanced Laparoscopic Associates, has joined the Hackensack Meridian Medical Group family, as of October 15, 2023. We are excited about this transition as it allows us to...

Bariatric surgery is an evidence-based treatment that can help you lose excess weight. However, if you're still having difficulty losing weight after getting this treatment or experiencing serious side effects or complications, you may be...

What Is a Splenectomy? A splenectomy is a surgical procedure that removes the spleen, an organ located in the left upper quadrant of the abdomen. The spleen filters certain cells from the blood and supports the...

A hernia develops when some of your tissues poke through weakened muscles in your body. Hernia surgery is a procedure in which the hernia is repaired, usually by gently pushing your tissues back into place. Here’s...

Weight loss medications work in different ways to help you lose excess weight and keep it off long-term. If you need help losing weight, this medical weight loss solution could help you meet your desired...

Bariatric surgery is a lifelong commitment, given how it involves making changes to your stomach pouch and/or intestines that promote long-term weight loss. Life after bariatric surgery can be incredibly exciting, as it gives you...

Weight loss surgery is a safe and effective way to help you reach your health goals. If you’re considering weight loss surgery, it’s important to know your options. At Advanced Laparoscopic Associates (ALA), we are...

Taking vitamins after bariatric surgery is essential to boosting your immunity and staying healthy as you lose excess weight. Vitamins can reduce your risk for conditions like anemia, osteoporosis and memory loss that can occur...