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Weighing the Options: Bariatric Surgery vs. Weight Loss Drugs
Obesity has reached epidemic proportions in the U.S., and according to a Cleveland Clinic study, is now the leading cause of preventable death – topping tobacco use, diabetes, and high blood pressure. More than two-thirds of Americans are overweight, which can lead to a lower quality of life and...
BlogWondering if Weight Loss Surgery is Right for You? Here are 10 Things to Know
Having bariatric surgery is a big decision, but it can also be a life-changing one. If you struggle to lose weight, despite making changes to your diet and exercise, bariatric surgery may be the right choice for you. For people with obesity and obesity-related medical conditions, bariatric surgery can be an important step toward a healthier life.
BlogMark's Weight Loss Story: "It's the Best Thing I've Ever Done for Myself."
For many patients, the decision to pursue weight loss surgery isn't an immediate one - it's a process that unfolds over the course of months or years. That was the case for Mark, who began looking at bariatric surgery many years ago. "I looked into it probably 10 or so years ago," he said. "At that...
BlogWhat Do You Need to Know about Joint Replacement?
South Shore Health orthopedic surgeon Michael Ayers, MD, answers questions about joint replacement surgery.
BlogKeeping Up With the Grandkids: Hip Replacement Surgeries Have Been a Game Changer for Hubbard
With 21 grandchildren to play with, Kathleen Hubbard decided it was time to do something about the arthritis pain in her hips. After successful hip replacement surgeries, Kathleen is back to an active, pain-free lifestyle.
Blog“In By 5 AM, Out By 5 PM”: Jo-Ann’s Same-Day Hip Replacement
Jo-Ann knew that hip replacement was the key to pain-free mobility, but she was hesitant about an overnight hospital stay. She found the perfect solution: same-day joint replacement at South Shore Health.
BlogCaroline's Story: Both Hands Back in the Game
Positioning herself to perfectly execute a winning shot is something Caroline McCarthy does well. Last summer, however, she never could have imagined that a tie-breaking point in a game would land her in South Shore Hospital’s emergency department with a severe wrist fracture. “I was shocked...
BlogKevin Connelly's Story
Kevin Connelly of Holbrook was a star hockey player in high school. But he suffered an injury at that time which required knee surgery. It would be more than 30 years before the lingering effects of that high school injury would become an issue for Kevin. Over the years, the pain in his knee...
BlogPaula's Story: Hip Replacement Without a Hospital Stay
After having a standard hip replacement several years ago, Paula K. had a chance to have her other hip replaced at our Outpatient Surgical Unit. She seized the chance, and is on the road to living pain-free.
BlogFallon Keating's Story: From Tragedy to Triumph
When a minor bicycle injury turned out to require critical care, Fallon Keating's family turned to South Shore Hospital. Learn how our caregivers worked As One to save this young girl's life.
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