Videos

Considering bariatric weight loss surgery is a major step. We hope the videos here — with perspectives from patients and Bariatric Center for Excellence team members — can help as you consider this option for improving your health.

Meet Dr. David Diaz, St.Vincent Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. David Diaz

Dr. David Diaz is one of a number of surgeons who specialize in bariatric weight loss surgery here at the St.Vincent Bariatric Center of Excellence. And while he shares the same upstanding ethics and enthusiasm as our other surgeons, don’t forget to ask Dr. Diaz about what it’s like to train and compete in his first triathlon, or what he remembers from the time he spent in Spain as a child. It’s easy to forget that surgeons are real people, real people who really care about making other people’s lives … Continue reading

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New St.Vincent Bariatric Center TV Commercials!

BAR Commercial

Take a look at the most recent TV commercials produced for the St.Vincent Bariatric Center of Excellence in Carmel, Indiana. And find out what sort of questions our patients have before they decide to have bariatric weight loss surgery. Questions about diabetes, insurance,on-going support after surgery, and–of course–weight loss. If you have questions, give us a call or attend one of our free informational seminars to find out bariatric weight loss surgery is the right choice for you.

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Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain

Holiday Weight Gain

So, the deal is this: no one feels good after overeating. But the holidays are merciless with the buffets and the pies and the fancy drinks. So how can you face all that food and still maintain, if not lose, weight? Continue reading

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One Year After Bariatric Surgery: Photo Shoot With April At The Gym

April Photo Shoot

Here’s the last video from the St.Vincent Bariatric Center of Excellence “now” photo shoot with April working out at the gym. We couldn’t be happier about the continued success of our weight loss surgery patients. It’s still a journey, but they’re certainly all well on their way to healthier, more active lives. Continue reading

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One Year After Bariatric Surgery: Photo Shoot Prep And Follow Up With Bruce

Bruce Photo Shoot Prep

While we weren’t able to capture the actual photo shoot, here’s a look at Bruce having his hair and make-up done and a little snippet of what to expect from the photos that were taken. Some of the new “now” photos of Bruce, Kathy, and April will hopefully be on MyBrandNewLife.org soon, but in the mean time, check out Bruce’s older videos and see what incredible progress he’s making! See Bruce’s first video before bariatric surgery. View more videos of Bruce.

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One Year After Bariatric Surgery: Behind The Scenes of Kathy’s Photo Shoot

Photo Shoot with Kathy

Last week we had a photo shoot with Kathy, April, and Bruce to capture some “now” photos. This video here gives a little peek behind the scenes of what the photo shoot was like for Kathy. Enjoy!
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Healthy Eating for the Whole Family

Lori Walton

Keeping track of your protein and vitamins on top of everything else in your day is no easy task, and it’s even trickier when you’re trying to feed a family. Kids are notoriously picky eaters, and so it can be a challenge to get the right foods from their plates into their bellies. Continue reading

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What To Expect Several Years After Bariatric Surgery

What to expect several years after

We’re constantly reminding our patients that weight loss surgery is the beginning of a new a journey that they’ll be on for the rest of their lives. And there are so many good things that come from bariatric surgery, but there are some struggles, too. And we prefer to be honest with our patients. There’ll be some tough times, but that’s the same reason why we provide support groups all over the state–no one should go through their journey alone. Continue reading

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How To Maintain Your New Weight After Bariatric Surgery

tips to sustain your new weight

Many of our patients at the St.Vincent Bariatric Center of Excellence ask what they can do to ensure their new weight. While there are lots of things like continuing to eat smaller portions of healthier food and regularly exercising that are critical to maintaining weight loss, we understand that it’s more than just that. Continue reading

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Secrets to Grilling Salmon and Maintaining Portion Control

Tips on grilling salmon and maintaining portion control

At the St.Vincent Bariatric Center of Excellence, we strive to provide our patients with all the tools they’ll need for long-term success following weight loss surgery. Here Deb — nearly four years post-op — shares her secrets for the best grilled salmon and how she keeps herself from overeating. Continue reading

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