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Understanding Your Weight Loss Options Obesity is a chronic medical condition that requires more than willpower alone. Today, patients have more treatment options than ever—including GLP-1 weight loss medications and bariatric surgery. The challenge is determining which approach offers the safest, most effective, and most sustainable results. At Specialty Surgical Associates, our experienced weight loss […]

Undergoing bariatric surgery is a major step toward better health—and it’s normal to have questions about what comes next. Understanding the bariatric surgery recovery process can help you feel confident, prepared, and supported as you heal and adjust to life after weight loss surgery. Below is a practical, step-by-step guide to what most patients can

Choosing a weight loss surgery is a major decision, and two of the most common options are the gastric sleeve (sleeve gastrectomy) and gastric bypass surgery. Both procedures can lead to significant weight loss and better long-term health, but they differ in how they work and who they’re best suited for. Understanding the differences between

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, an important reminder of the significant impact Type 2 diabetes has on public health. According to the CDC, more than 38 million Americans have diabetes—and as many as 98 million Americans have prediabetes, but more than 8 in 10 adults don\’t know they have it. Early screening, lifestyle support, and

November is Stomach Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating patients, their families, and communities about the importance of early detection, prevention, and the latest treatment options. At Specialty Surgical Associates (CJSSA), our experienced NJ stomach cancer surgeons are committed to offering the most advanced, least invasive surgical techniques to help patients achieve the

When it comes to managing digestive symptoms, sometimes surgery or medication isn’t the only answer. For many patients, the foods they eat play a significant role in how they feel every day. At Specialty Surgical Associates, our physicians take a holistic approach to digestive health, often including discussions of dietary strategies that can alleviate symptoms

At 41 years old, Dawn Singleton took control of her health and transformed her life with the help of bariatric surgery at Monmouth Medical Center. Just months after the procedure, she’s 45 pounds lighter—and enjoying moments she never thought possible. A Lifelong Struggle with Weight and the Turning Point That Sparked Change Dawn, a buyer

Why Timing Matters: At What Age Should You Get a Colonoscopy? When it comes to your health, timing is everything—especially when it comes to preventive screenings like colonoscopies. Colorectal cancer is one of the most common and preventable cancers, yet many people delay getting screened. Understanding the right age to schedule your first colonoscopy and