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Restrictive and Malabsorptive Aspects of Gastric Bypass
Gastric bypass is both a restrictive and a malabsorptive procedure. We create a small gastric pouch which actually cuts down on the volume of food that you can eat.
Impact of Obesity on Organ Systems
Obesity is well known to have a negative impact on all our organ systems. Humans have an almost unlimited capability to store energy in the form of fat and the reason we do is because fat’s more efficient than protein and sugar, as a storage agent.
An Advocate for Bariatric Patients
We want to make sure that patients feel comfortable. If you don’t feel comfortable you’re not going to soak in the things that you need to do to make your surgery successful.
Diagnosing Atrial Fibrillation
The goal of the initial evaluation of an atrial fibrillation is the determination of what type of atrial fibrillation they have. Each type of atrial fibrillation is approached slightly differently and there are different treatment options available.
What Can Patients Expect From A Visit To The Valve Clinic?
When a patient visits the clinic, and at that time they see both the cardiac surgeon and the cardiologist, we have all the objective measures that we need to provide them with a solid recommendation about treatment.
TCAI - A Patient's Story
Larry Berndt was determined to avoid his family history of heart disease. The Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute and Dr. Natale worked with him to figure out the best course of action for resolving his intermittent atrial fibrillation.
Live Healthy Austin
Mama Fu’s Asian House – A Healthy Dining Option
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 12:24 PM
Mama Fu’s Asian House, with four locations in Austin, one location in Sunset Valley and one location in Georgetown is all about “fresh, fresh, fresh” and healthy, healthy, healthy. Offering ...
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County Line on the Hill & County Line on the Lake
Thursday, May 16, 2013 12:14 PM
Local BBQ Destinations Now Offer Approved Menu Items Any Austinite will tell you where to head for “legendary bar-b-q”― the “Hill” or the “Lake.” County Line on the Hill, aka “the original County ...
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