Upcoming Events
Dr. Samuel Hykin to Discuss Bariatric Surgery at Feb. and March Seminars
Dr. Samuel Hykin of St. Peter’s Health Partners will hold free educational seminars, titled “Weight Loss Surgery: Take the First Step.” […]
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Upcoming Events
Dr. Mehul Trivedi to Discuss Weight Loss Surgery at Feb. and March Seminars
Mehul Trivedi, M.D., FACS, of St. Peter’s Health Partners will hold free educational seminars, titled “Weight Loss Surgery: It’s About Winning!” […]
Upcoming Events
Dr. Christina Sanders to Discuss Bariatric Surgery at May 30 Seminar in Troy
Obesity can have a significant effect on quality of life. For some individuals, weight loss surgery may be the solution to improve their health and overall well-being. St. Peter’s Health Partners will hold a free educational seminar, titled “Weight Loss Surgery: Take the First Step.” […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: Achieving a Healthy Weight – Is Weight Loss Surgery for You?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than one-third of American adults are obese. In the effort to achieve a healthy weight, when should weight loss surgery be considered? […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: Kids and Diabetes — A Weighty Issue
It is a story that is familiar to anyone who follows the news – the number of American children who are overweight or obese is skyrocketing. Even more frightening is that Type 2 diabetes – historically found in adults – is increasingly being discovered in young adults and adolescents.
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SPHP in the News
NewsChannel 13: Weight and Onset of Puberty – What’s the Link?
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently reported in a new study that overweight, obese, and normal weight boys all experience different rates of puberty. Dr. Tenenbaum from St. Peter’s Family Health Center explains why. […]