Weight Loss Surgeon in Dallas Discusses Misconceptions of Bariatric Surgery in Dallas Morning News

At his Dallas bariatric surgery practice, Dr. David Kim was recently featured in the Dallas Morning News to discuss the benefits of weight loss surgery as well as the sacrifices patients must make to achieve successful results. While it is not the cure-all, Dr. Kim says bariatric procedures such as gastric sleeve or gastric bypass can offer patients the means to make a significant change in their lives towards a healthier daily routine and less risk of medical complications associated with obesity. Through strict attention to several aspects of healthy living, he says patients can use weight loss surgery as a tool to feel confident and take control of their weight loss.

Dr. David Kim, a bariatric surgeon in Dallas, recently discussed the misconceptions of weight loss surgery procedures amongst patients in a Dallas Morning News story that ran on the cover of the Arts & Life section. The report features Dr. Kim and one of his more publicly visible patients, former Dallas Cowboy and Super Bowl champion Nate Newton. Weighing in excess of 400 pounds, Newton lost over 200 pounds in the course of a year following a vertical sleeve gastrectomy procedure. While many patients view weight loss surgery as a quick-fix solution to their obesity problems, Dr. Kim says procedures such as the LAP-BAND® System are merely tools to help patients in the direction of a healthier life. He adds that a strict regimen of eating right and exercise is essential for the proper results and the reduction of health complications.

Along with healthy dietary choices and regular physical activity, Dr. Kim says proper vitamin and supplement intake is required in order to ensure patients maintain proper levels of nutrients. With a procedure like LAP BAND surgery in Dallas, he says the stomach is restricted and is unable to absorb the same level of essential nutrients, so patients must be diligent in taking vitamin and mineral supplements following treatment. Dr. Kim also adds that weight loss procedures at his practice are accompanied by support groups and programs to help patients implement the necessary changes in their daily life after surgery. “I often ask patients to reflect on unhealthy ways that have become habits and are difficult to break. Bariatric surgery is a restart, another chance to live a long and healthy life. So I ask them what they are going to do differently this time.”

Dr. Kim says patients who are considering bariatric surgery should be ready for the lifestyle implications that will result from such an undertaking. He says that finding the proper practice and surgeon can help facilitate this process and ensure that every patient has the support needed to change their life and start living healthier. “A good bariatric surgeon and his staff provide support much like a life coach may help a patient who has lost their way. This can come in many forms, such as dietary education, new ways to make exercise fun, and motivation to live better every day.”

About David D. Kim, MD

Following his completion of the medical degree program at Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine, Dr. David Kim went on to a general surgery residency at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio and a peripheral vascular surgery fellowship at Ohio State University. He has also completed fellowships in advanced laparoscopic bariatric surgery at both the Medical College of Virginia and Washington University in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Kim is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery, and is a member of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery, the Tarrant County Medical Society, and the American Society of General Surgeons. He is also a recipient of the “Surgeon of Excellence” award, “Physician of the Year” at North Hills Hospital, and has been selected as a “Top Doc” in Fort Worth Magazine by his peers. Dr. Kim was the first surgeon to perform laparoscopic gastric bypass in Fort Worth.

Dr. Kim’s practice is located at 35 Veranda Lane Ste 100 in Colleyville, TX and can be reached by Fort Worth patients at (817) 717-7447 and Dallas patients at (214) 614-6127. He can also be contacted online via the websites drdkim.net, mylapbanddallas.com, or www.facebook.com/lapbanddallas.

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Weight Loss Surgery Contest Winner in Dallas Prepares for Gastric Sleeve Surgery

At the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery, Dr. David Kim and weight loss surgery contest winner Vicki Luna are preparing for her weight loss procedure. Ahead of her gastric sleeve surgery, Vicki is writing blog posts and updating the Facebook community of the Live Life Again Center.

As a bariatric surgeon in Dallas, TX, Dr. David Kim has performed thousands of weight loss procedures at the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery. Following the practice’s recent weight loss surgery contest, winner Vicki Luna began writing posts for Dr. Kim’s blog and Facebook page as she prepares for her vertical sleeve gastrectomy. Dr. Kim adds that he felt the contest was important because it will allow Vicki the chance to live life again through a complete and healthy transformation. “Not everyone can afford surgery and the personal cost of obesity is devastating. It impacts peoples’ physical and emotional health, and sacrifices the quality of life we all deserve. Each patient contemplating surgery has failed numerous diets and is at the end of their emotional rope. My patients are tired, physically and emotionally tired of dieting.”

One month before her procedure, the first post Vicki wrote described her excitement and outlined her struggles with the significant life changes that were required ahead of her weight loss surgery. In addition to being concerned about quitting her soda habit and heading to the gym, Vicki says she was most concerned about losing the comfort that food provided her in the past. However, after a short period of time she writes she is experiencing some steady weight loss and is constantly motivated by her children.

In her most recent post on the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery Facebook page, Vicki says she has lost 25 pounds, and works out everyday. She adds that the period after dinner and before she goes to sleep are the hardest. With her surgery date fast-approaching, Vicki says she remains anxious about the long-term, but optimistic and excited. Dr. Kim says each patient experiences similar feelings, adding that remaining positive as Vicki has can have a tremendous impact on the success of a bariatric procedure. “Medical science has proven that once a patient develops a BMI of just 35 (which typically means a woman gaining 60 lbs) they will fail 98% of the time. We do not measure success at the end of a diet because all of my patients can lose weight, but they can’t keep it off. It is the long term success that’s important and that’s where diets fail. For a patient with a severe weight problem to succeed, they need good surgery and an attitude towards a healthy lifestyle change.”

About David Kim, MD

Dr. David Kim earned his medical degree from Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine. He then completed his general surgery residency at Case Western Reserve University, and his peripheral vascular surgery fellowship at Ohio State University. Dr. Kim has also completed fellowships in advanced laparoscopic bariatric surgery at the Medical College of Virginia and Washington University in St. Louis. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery, the Tarrant County Medical Society, and the American Society of General Surgeons.

The Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery is located at 35 Varanda Lane Ste 100 Colleyville, TX 76034, and can be found online at drdkim.net or mylapbanddallas.com. Fort Worth patients can reach the practice at (817) 717-7447, and Dallas patients can contact the practice at (214) 614-7036.

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Dallas, TX Weight Loss Surgery Contest Winner Announced

After receiving thousands of votes for the nine finalists, Dr. David Kim and the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery have announced the winner of the weight loss surgery giveaway. Vicki Luna, the music teacher at Castle Montessori School, relied on an outpouring of support from the local community that resulted in her being selected as the winner. She will now undergo weight loss surgery with Dr. Kim, and allow fans of the Dallas practice to follow her journey as she makes a healthy transformation.

The Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery and Dr. David Kim are announcing the winner of their weight loss surgery contest. Vicki Luna was one of nine finalists selected from the initial round of video entries, in which patients explained how weight loss surgery would change their lives. Following an online voting period, Vicki was declared the winner. She will now undergo bariatric surgery at the Live Life Again Center, and provide an inside-look at the entire weight loss process.

After conducting a massive networking campaign in which she enlisted the help of her entire community, Vicki received thousands of votes in the weight loss surgery contest. She created flyers and wristbands, handed out flyers and goodie bags, and spoke to family, friends, coworkers, the local police department, recital attendees, and church parishioners. Once selected as a finalist, she says she spoke to anyone and everyone willing to listen because of the magnitude of this opportunity and her passion for making a healthy change as she strives to life the life she desires.

As the Dallas bariatric practice and Dr. Kim prepare Vicki for the weight loss procedure, they have expressed their excitement for the results of the contest as well. Dr. Kim says the entire Live Life Again staff anxiously await the next step for Vicki, and believe she will act as a source of inspiration for many people considering a healthy transformation and a new chapter in their lives.

About Dr. Kim

Dr. David Kim earned his medical degree from Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine. He then completed his general surgery residency at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, where he also served as Chief Resident of general surgery. Dr. Kim completed a peripheral vascular surgery fellowship at Park Medical Center, and a laparoscopic gastric bypass fellowship at the Medical College of Virginia. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery and the American Society of General Surgeons. Dr. Kim specializes in a range of bariatric procedures, including the LAP-BAND System, gastric banding, and the gastric sleeve surgery.

The Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery is located at 35 Veranda Lane Suite 100 in Colleyville, TX 76034. Fort Worth patients can reach the practice at (817) 717-7447, and Dallas patients can call (214) 614-7036. The practice can also be found online at drdkim.net, mylapbanddallas.com, or the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery Facebook page.

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Free Weight Loss Surgery Contestant Videos Posted

Board-certified Dallas bariatric surgeon Dr. David Kim and the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery have posted videos of the finalists in their weight loss surgery giveaway. After randomly selecting the contestants from all eligible entries, the finalists recorded a video testimonial explaining why weight loss surgery would change their lives. The voting period is open until June 1, 2011, and the contestant with the highest number of votes will win free weight loss surgery.

Dr. David Kim and his Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery staff specialize in weight loss surgery, ranging from the innovative vertical sleeve gastrectomy to the more traditional LAP-BAND system ®. After evaluating the field of eligible contestants, the finalists were selected at random to record a video explaining why bariatric surgery would help them live life again. Dr. Kim is now announcing the beginning of the online voting period for the free weight loss surgery giveaway, which is open until June 1, 2011.

Fans from around the nation can vote once every 24 hours for their favorite contestant by visiting the contest page on Dr. Kim’s website. The winner will be announced on the website, as well as the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery Facebook page, on June 6, 2011.

Visitors to Dr. Kim’s Facebook page will also find a community of more than 1,000 current and potential weight loss surgery patients, as they share their experience with the Live Life Again Center, or address concerns over an upcoming procedure. Regardless of whether fans are considering a procedure, or voting for their favorite contestant, Dr. Kim says he hopes the growing success of the weight loss surgery contest inspires everyone watching to get involved and start living the life they envision.

About Dr. Kim

Dr. David Kim earned his medical degree from Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine, and then completed his general surgery residency at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Kim is also a member of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery and the Tarrant county Medical Society.

The Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery is located at 35 Veranda Ln. Ste. 100 in Colleyville, TX 76034. Fort Worth patients can reach the practice at (817) 717-7447, and Dallas patients can call (214) 614-7036. The practice can be found online at mylapbanddallas.com, drdkim.net, the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery Facebook page, or @davidkimmd on Twitter.

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The final ten contestants in the free weight loss surgery giveaway have been announced by the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery, and are featured on Dr. David Kim’s weight loss surgery website. One of the ten finalists will be selected for a free bariatric procedure following a pre-operative evaluation and an online voting campaign that will open next Thursday, May 12, 2011, and close Wednesday, June 1, 2011.

Following the official announcement of the weight loss surgery contest, the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery randomly selected the ten finalists based on their ability to satisfy the requirements for undergoing weight loss surgery. The contestants will now create a 2-3 minute video explaining why bariatric surgery will allow them to live their lives again.

Videos will be available for viewing on drdkim.net once the voting period opens on May 12, 2011. Contest updates will be posted to the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery Facebook page, where Dr. Kim will announce the winner of the free weight loss procedure on Monday, June 6, 2011.

About Dr. Kim

Dr. David Kim earned his medical degree from the Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine. He then completed a general surgery residency at the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, and served as Chief Resident there. Dr. Kim also completed a peripheral vascular surgery fellowship at Park Medical Center, and a Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass fellowship at the Medical College of Virginia. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery, the Tarrant County Medical Society, and the American Society of General Surgeons.

The Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery is located at 35 Veranda Ln., Suite 100 in Colleyville, TX 76034. Fort Worth patients can reach the practice at (817) 717-7447, and Dallas patients can reach the practice at (214) 614-7036. Dr. Kim and his weight loss surgery team can be found online at either www.drdkim.net, mylapbanddallas.com, or through their social media communities at Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery Facebook page, or the @davidkimmd Twitter handle. For more information on the contest, search free weight loss surgery giveaway on Twitter.

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Free Weight Loss Surgery Contest with Dallas Bariatric Surgeon

The Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery and board-certified bariatric surgeon David D. Kim, MD are sponsoring a free weight loss surgery giveaway. One new patient will receive a free bariatric procedure following an in-office evaluation and online voting campaign based on video submissions in which potential patients explain how bariatric surgery would help them live their lives again.

Dallas bariatric surgeon Dr. David Kim and the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery are sponsoring a free weight loss surgery giveaway. Patient submission packets and additional contest information are available online at Dr. Kim’s weight loss surgery website. The registration period is currently open and will close April 19, 2011, at which time the Live Life Again team will choose 10 potential patients to visit the practice for evaluations. Selected candidates will be required to record a 2-3 minute video for the online voting portion of the contest and explain why bariatric surgery would allow them to live their lives again.

Research from the National Institute of Health (NIH) demonstrates a direct correlation between patients classified as “overweight” or “obese” and increased risks for a range of conditions, including coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and breast and colon cancer[1]. An overweight patient has a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or higher, while an obese patient has a BMI of 30 or higher[2]. Additionally, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), obesity accounted for $147 billion in healthcare costs in 2008.

However, what these statistics do not consider are the tasks many overweight or obese patients struggle to complete each day. As an American Society for Bariatric Surgery designated Center of Excellence®, the Live Life Again Center and Dr. Kim have been changing the lives of many patients throughout the Dallas-area and across the nation. Dr. Kim says offering this weight loss surgery contest is an important step in continuing to inspire many patients to take the necessary steps toward a dramatic transformation and healthy lifestyle changes.

About the Weight Loss Surgery Giveaway

The registration period for the Live Life Again Center free weight loss surgery giveaway is open, and runs through April 19, 2011. Potential candidates should fill out a submission packet located on Dr. Kim’s website, www.drdkim.net, which can be accessed from the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery Facebook page. 10 potential patients will then be chosen on April 20, 2011, and those patients will be invited to visit the practice for an evaluation and to record a 2-3 minute video. On May 12, 2011, the voting process will begin for the 10 patient videos, with the winner of the weight loss surgery giveaway announcement coming on June 6, 2011.

About Dr. Kim

Dr. David Kim earned his medical degree from Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine, then completed his general surgery residency at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, where he also served as Chief Resident. He completed a fellowship in peripheral vascular surgery at Ohio State University, and two fellowships in advanced laparoscopic bariatric surgery at the Medical College of Virginia and Washington University in St. Louis. Dr. Kim is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery, the American Society of General Surgeons, and the Tarrant County Medical Society.

The Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery office is located at 35 Veranda Lane Suite 100, in Colleyville, TX 76034. Fort Worth patients can reach the practice at (817) 717-7447, and Dallas patients can reach the practice at (214) 614-7036. The practice can also be found online at www.drdkim.net, www.mylapbanddallas.com, or the Live Life Again Center for Bariatric Surgery Facebook page.

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[1] NIH, NHLBI Obesity Education Initiative. Clinical Guidelines on the Identification, Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity in Adults: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/guidelines/obesity/ob_gdlns.pdf (PDF-1.25Mb)
[2] CDC. Defining Overweight and Obesity: http://www.cdc.gov/obesity/defining.html

Dallas Bariatric Surgeon and Nate Newton Support Stop Diabetes Movement

This November, Dr. Kim and Nate Newton helped the American Diabetes Association promote American Diabetes Month, and this year’s theme titled, “How Will You Stop Diabetes ®? The Future is in Your Hands.” Last year, the American Diabetes Association set a goal of reaching 1 million supporters of the Stop Diabetes movement, and this year they set out with a similarly ambitious goal.

As many of you may know, before Nate Newton’s weight loss surgery with Dr. Kim, he suffered from Type II diabetes, which is directly linked to body weight and body fat. Now that Nate Newton has lost over 175 pounds, he has been cured of diabetes and is enjoying his new, active life after weight loss surgery.

For more information on weight loss surgery, and to read more about Nate Newton’s weight loss journey, visit Dr. Kim’s baraitric surgery website.

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Dr. Kim Teams up with ESPN Commentator in Dallas

Big Ben has lost a total of 60 pounds, down from his beginning weight of 346 pounds. While he was initially apprehensive about the entire process, Big Ben says he immediately connected with Dr. Kim at the initial consultation: “I felt remarkably comfortable with him in a very short duration.” After a great deal of research and emotional preparation, Big Ben decided to undergo the vertical sleeve procedure to begin the next chapter of his life.
Follow Big Ben’s journey and track his overall weight loss on Dr. Kim’s Dallas bariatric surgery website, then call Dr. Kim’s office to schedule your initial consultation.

Dallas Bariatric Surgeon Dr. David Kim

In association with Covidien, Dr. Kim traveled to United Hospital in Wichita Falls, TX to instruct two surgeons on the VSG procedure. Coupled with Covidien’s experience in healthcare products, Dr. Kim continues to focus on innovation and excellence, not only in support of VSG, but within the field of bariatric surgery as a whole.

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