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Last spring, Walsh hit a wall…

In fulfilling a promise to his mother, he reluctantly visited a doctor for a check-up appointment, something he “avoided like the plague.” As he stepped onto the scale to have his weight measured, he watched the numbers climb to the highest total they had reached in his lifetime.

“401 pounds … I hit 401 pounds,” he recalled. “I became the largest I’d ever been.”

His doctor informed him his blood pressure […]

A recent study, involving nearly 22,000 individuals who underwent bariatric surgery, has revealed that weight loss surgery significantly reduces the risk of premature death, particularly from obesity-related conditions such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.

The research found that those who underwent one of four types of weight loss surgery were 16% less likely to die from any cause when compared to individuals with similar weight. The reduction in deaths related to obesity-triggered diseases, like heart […]

Experience

Dr. Kuri brings to the table an impressive 25-year tenure as a bariatric surgeon, with a particular focus on Gastric Sleeve and Lap-Band Surgeries. His professional journey has encompassed the successful completion of over 1,000 Gastric Sleeve Surgeries and an astounding 6,000 Lap-Band® procedures. This extensive track record not only attests to his expertise but also underscores his ability to consistently deliver outstanding results. For a deeper understanding of the transformative experiences our patients have […]