by RMAP Nurse | Nov 11, 2021 | HOLIDAYS, SURGEON SPOTLIGHT
Veterans Day is a legal holiday in the United States dedicated to American veterans of all wars. It is not to be confused with Memorial Day–a common misunderstanding, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Memorial Day (the fourth Monday in May)...
by RMAP Nurse | Jul 13, 2016 | FAQ, PREPARING FOR WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY
Dr. Renato Saltz of Saltz Plastic Surgery shares questions to ask during your surgical consultation when considering reconstructive surgery. Dr. Saltz believes that patients should fully educated themselves on all the issues and risks. Following are some of the basic...
by RMAP Nurse | Jul 11, 2016 | POST OPERATIVE DIET, RECIPES
Celebrate Summer’s favorite drink in a healtier/bariatric friendly version. With three easy ingredients you can cool off AND avoid the carbonation and high amount of carbohydrates found in 7-11 Slurpees. A 12-ounce Slurpee from 7-11 contains 27 grams of total...
by RMAP Nurse | Jul 1, 2016 | FAQ, PREPARING FOR WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY, SURGEON SPOTLIGHT
Bariatric surgery is a powerful tool resulting from metabolic changes and patient lifestyle choices that can lead to dramatic weight loss. Weight loss due to surgery or other means reduces fat cells, and resettles internal organs, but extra skin is left hanging....
by RMAP Nurse | Oct 22, 2015 | SURGEON SPOTLIGHT
It is with great sorrow to inform the passing of Dr. Sherman C. Smith, a beloved surgeon and friend to all, passed away Monday morning. He will be truly missed! We send our love and deepest sorrow to the Smith family. Patients and friends are encouraged to send...