Achieving holistic health with weight loss surgery
Dr. Samer Mattar discusses common bariatric surgery misconceptions, and how surgical weight loss can help individuals live longer lives.
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The Stitch
The Stitch is the official blog of the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, where department members share their expertise, research, and clinical experience, and patients share their personal stories of surgery and healing.
Mole or melanoma?
Brian Lassinger in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery discusses what you need to know about melanoma.
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Match 2021: Welcome new surgery residents!
The Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine welcomes new residents to the Baylor family.
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How does COVID-19 impact the adrenal gland?
Dr. James Suliburk discusses the potential impact of COVID-19 on the adrenal gland and adrenal diseases.
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Clinical trial sets out to improve prognosis for pancreatic cancer patients
A clinical trial has the potential to improve the prognosis for patients with pancreatic adenocarcinoma.
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Is weight loss surgery right for you?
A bariatric surgeon discusses how to prepare for weight loss surgery and shares advice for maintaining post-surgery weight loss.
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Common myths and truths about lymphedema
Dr. Jessie Yu discusses some common myths and truths about lymphedema and surgical treatments.
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Proactivity pays off: Procedure helps patient recover from abdominal aortic aneurysm
A patient shares his abdominal aortic aneurysm treatment journey, and how a new procedure performed by Dr. Jayer Chung helped him recover.
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How does COVID-19 impact the thyroid?
Dr. Raymon Grogan highlights data on how COVID-19 impacts the thyroid, and how thyroid disease may impact the risks associated with COVID-19.
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Planning fireworks? Follow these safety tips
If you’re planning to celebrate with fireworks, be sure to keep these safety tips in mind.
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