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Overeating After the Gastric Sleeve: Is it Possible?

If you’re struggling with obesity or any other weight related issues, bariatric surgery can be an option for you; whether it’s the gastric bypass, the abdominoplasty, or the gastric sleeve, your doctor will help you determine which procedure is right for you. Although each surgery has different techniques that can help patients achieve their weight […]

Ulcers After Gastric Bypass Surgery

Gastric bypass surgery is one of the most common bariatric procedures available for patients who are dealing with morbid obesity, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes. This surgery has proven to be useful for losing weight and for correcting or reducing other comorbid issues, such as hyperlipidemia, GERD, and lower back pain. The postoperative recovery process […]

Losing Weight and Feeling Tired: Are They Related?

Most of the focus when it comes to body related problems is aimed at weight gain issues and how to lose those extra pounds, whether it may be through bariatric surgery, diet changes, or the implementation of a physical activity routine. Losing weight can also affect a person’s overall health, especially if it comes out […]

Liposuction After a Tummy Tuck: Is it Right For You?

The abdominoplasty, better known as the tummy tuck, is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries today. Patients who qualify for this surgery are usually looking to remove excess skin that results from extreme weight loss, pregnancy, or age. The tummy tuck procedure helps tighten the abdominal muscles and gives the stomach a flatter, tauter […]

Gastric Sleeve for Gastroparesis

Bariatric surgery is commonly associated as a weight loss solution for people struggling with obesity or any other condition that has to do with body image or “shedding a few pounds”. This isn’t a wrong assumption, most bariatric patients do struggle with obesity, but this type of surgery also benefits people who suffer from other […]

Keto Diet for Bariatric Patients

Over the last couple of years, there has been a surge in fad diets, which are diets that have become increasingly popular in a short amount of time. These diets promise quick weight loss results and health improvements with almost zero effort required. However, their unsustainable nature and lack of scientific evidence make them medically […]

Empty Calories: What Are They?

In a world that’s becoming increasingly saturated with food, it is difficult to make the best food choices. There are thousands of products on the shelves that are advertised as healthy, but they are far from it. Because of the recent interest people have in improving their eating habits, food manufacturers have taken it upon […]

Symptoms of Malabsorption: How to Identify It and What to Do About It

A well-balanced diet is highly recommended for people looking to improve their eating habits, reach their weight goals, and succeed in leading an overall healthy lifestyle. Given that everyone has different needs, their diet is usually adjusted to meet them; some focus on the consumption of a balanced percentage of micro and macronutrients, while others, […]

Scarring After a Tummy Tuck: Can it be Prevented?

Plastic surgery is a specialty that consists in altering or restoring the human body, and it’s divided into two categories: cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. The latter focuses on improving a body part’s function, while the former aims at enhancing the body’s physical appearance. Cosmetic plastic surgery can alter almost any part of the body and […]

Overeating After Gastric Bypass: What Are the Risks?

People who struggle with obesity can face a number of general health issues like diabetes, joint problems, and high blood pressure. Surgical weight loss procedures, such as the gastric bypass, allow patients to shed pounds rapidly and improve their overall wellness and quality of life. It’s important to highlight that the gastric bypass is also […]

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Dr. Pompa is a member of several distinguished organizations, where she attends meetings regularly and serves as faculty at:

  • Mexican Association of General Surgery
  • Mexican College of Obesity and Metabolic Surgery
  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
  • American Association of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic diseases as an international member
  • International Bariatric Club
  • Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
  • French Society for Digestive Surgery
  • American Diabetes Association
  • Harvard Alumnin Association

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