Page 10 - Stuart Exposure - January '24

Page 10, Stuart Exposure

MediCal Matters

New Year, New Me? post-surgery endoscopy, surgery (bariatric surgery)
and performs Roux-en-Y
general surgery as related to
Did you know studies show the majority of people post-bariatric procedures, gastric bypass and sleeve
have already given up on their New Year’s resolutions robotic and laparoscopic gastrectomy.
by Jan. 19? surgery, and hernia surgery. Learn more about the
Don’t fall into the average statistic – change the Follwell is board-certified Good Samaritan Medical
approach! by the American Osteopathic Center’s Surgical Weight
Long-term consistency trumps short-term intensity … Board of Surgery. Loss Program. Contact
ALWAYS. Gustavo Lopes, D.O., our Bariatric Clinical
Try to resist your urge to want to jump into an extreme FACOS, is a general and Program Coordinator at
diet/exercise routine and just start taking one or two small bariatric surgeon with the (561) 650-6216 or email
steps to improve your habits daily. Palm Beach Health Network GSMCBMI@tenethealth.
Answer these questions: Physician Group in Port Richard Follwell, D.O., com for more information Gustavo Lopes, D.O.,
• What is my health goal for the next six months? Be St. Lucie and West Palm FASMBS, general and on the procedures we offer. FACOS, general and
specific. Beach. Dr. Lopes specializes bariatric surgeon You may also visit https:// bariatric surgeon
• What is one thing that you can realistically do daily in robotic, laparoscopic, www.goodsamaritanmc.
– no matter what disruptions/unexpected things happen? and minimally invasive surgery including weight-loss com/services/bariatric-surgery.
Start now.
• How will I feel in six months from now if I am still
in the same position I am in now (or went backwards)?
• What is my “why”? The real, deep down, nitty gritty
reason you want to improve your health.
• Who do I trust that I can share these answers with
and will hold me accountable?
It’s unlikely that a “new you” will emerge in the first
few weeks of the year, but you certainly can be well on
your way to a healthier, happier you by the end of the
year if you consistently build on your improved habits!
Depression, high blood pressure and risk of diabetes
are some of the most common health issues associated
with obesity. Infertility, sleep apnea and osteoarthritis Life moves fast—
could also complicate your health as well. Surgical weight

loss may reduce your weight, but it can also potentially prepare for the unexpected
treat these symptoms or future health risks.
Weight loss surgery is generally designed for those with Accident Insurance.
with a body mass index (BMI) equal to or greater than 40,
or equal to or greater than 35 with serious comorbidities.
Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding is also FDA-
approved for weight loss surgery in people with a BMI of
30 to 35 who have at least one obesity-related condition.
Weight loss surgery is considered safe, but like many We’re here to help.
types of surgery, it does have risks.
Good Samaritan Medical Center has two highly
experienced physicians in the Treasure Coast that offer Accident insurance complements your Florida Blue Health Plan. Call to learn more
weight loss surgery, Richard Follwell, D.O., FASMBS and about insurance plans from USAble Life.
Gustavo Lopes, D.O., FACOS.
Richard Follwell, D.O., FASMBS is a general and bariatric M&A Insurance and Financial Services Inc.
surgeon with the Palm Beach Health Network Physician 561-440-9940
Group (PBHNPG) in Port St. Lucie. Dr. Follwell specializes
in revisional bariatric surgery, gastric band revision and M&A Insurance and Financial Services Inc. is an Independent Broker of Florida Blue.
follow-up, gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, pre- and Florida Blue is an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. Supplemental, Life, and Disability products are offered by USAble Life. USAble Life is an independent company
and operates separately from Florida Blue.
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