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Side-by-side images of Kimberly Craig before and after weight loss surgery.

The Weight Loss and Metabolic Center at Baylor Medicine encourages community members to join a Nov. 5 virtual walkathon.

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Is vaping really that bad?

October 19, 2022October 18, 2022E-Cigarettes, lung injury, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Vaping

Dr. Ramiro Fernandez says while the long-term effects of vaping aren’t known, there is acute lung injury associated with vaping called EVALI.

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A Team Approach to Breast Surgery

October 12, 2022November 3, 2022Breast Cancer, breast reconstruction, Lester and Sue Smith Breast Center

Judy Howell, a breast cancer survivor and patient at Baylor Medicine, shares her experience with breast reconstruction surgery.

A display of three light-pink cloth ribbons. Each is looped at the top and folded over itself in the traditional breast cancer ribbon style. The three ribbons sit on a darker pink surface. The middle ribbon is larger, and the ones on either side are smaller.

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Breast Cancer Early Detection: How and Why

October 5, 2022October 4, 2022Breast Cancer, Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, early detection

“The earlier we can catch a cancer, the better the chance we have to beat it,” says Dr. Alastair Thompson, professor and section chief of breast surgery in Baylor’s division of surgical oncology.

Taylor Vickers, physician assistant, stands inside a clinic, dressed in scrubs and leaning against medical equipment.

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All about Advanced Practice Providers in the Department of Surgery

September 28, 2022advanced practice providers, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

As part of National APP week we highlight advanced practice providers, medical professionals who work in tandem with a supervising doctor.

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Celebrating advanced practice providers week

September 26, 2022September 26, 2022advanced practice providers, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

The Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery celebrates advanced practice providers during National APP Week, Sept. 26 to 30.

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New study shows highly processed foods increase risk for colon cancer

September 7, 2022September 22, 2022Colon Cancer, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

A study published month showed eating highly processed foods like hot dogs, soda and french fries lead to a greater risk of colon cancer.

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Six weight loss surgery benefits besides weight loss

August 31, 2022August 31, 2022bariatric, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, weight loss surgery

When you hear of weight loss surgery or bariatric surgery, you probably think of those incredible before and after photos. And yes, this surgery is

A person wearing jeans and a sweater is doubled over in pain, clutching their stomach.

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Abdominal Bulging: Diastasis Recti or Hernia?

August 24, 2022August 24, 2022diastasis recti, hernia, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

Heather West breaks down the difference between hernia and diastasis recti, two reasons for abdominal bulging and discomfort.

A person with their shirt pulled away from their neck as they massage a scar near the collarbone.

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How to Improve the Appearance of Scars During Healing

June 8, 2022June 13, 2022Adult Plastic Surgery, Departments of Surgery, scar

Personal intervention techniques during the first six weeks can improve the visual appearance of a scar while it forms.