With weight loss being the #1 New Year’s Resolution in the USA, and a reported 99% failing in that effort long term, our patients stand head and shoulders above the rest.

New Hyde Park, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/15/2014 -- New York Bariatric Group, one of the nation's leading Bariatric Surgery practices, presents their very popular biannual healthy cooking demonstration, for post-surgical patients learning a new way to eat. Most have lost 100 lbs. +.

Award winning, Executive Chef Bill Doughtery will transform the Wisdom Conference Room at St. Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson New York into a culinary haven on:

Wednesday, January 15th at 7pm
Wisdom Conference Room
St. Charles Hospital, Port Jefferson, NY

When he prepares and serves a tantalizing meal of:
Winter Salad with Roasted Squash in Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Horseradish Crusted Salmon
Steamed Carrots and Green Beans with Fresh Dill and Lemon.

This cooking demonstration is part of the Bariatric Support Group offered by the New York Bariatric Group. Bariatric patients and their families have made this twice yearly cooking demonstration a huge success.

This free seminar has historically been full to capacity with New York Bariatric Group's successful Bariatric Surgery patients – most of whom have lost 100 lbs. +, and kept their New Year's Resolutions in years past. In their post-surgical care at NYBG they learn how to cook and eat for their new bodies.

Patients need to preregister at: http://nybariatricportal.pattrax.com/Seminar, at the NYBG office or by phone at 516-445-8860.

Parking is provided by St. Charles Hospital and is FREE. St. Charles Hospital is one of two hospitals in the nation to earn an Achievement of Excellence Award from the American Culinary Federation. This award recognizes the hospital's food and beverage program for demonstrated excellence and passion for the culinary arts. Participants are sure to enjoy the meal prepared by Chef Doughtery, and they will learn cooking techniques to help keep them on track for continued weight loss success.

For additional information on the cooking demo and the New York Bariatric Group, visit www.newyorkbariatric.com.

About Dr. Shawn Garber of the New York Bariatric Group
Dr. Shawn Garber completed his general surgery training at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and went on to complete a laparoscopic surgery fellowship at the The George Washington University Medical Center with world famous laparoscopic surgeon Dr. Jonathan Sackier. Dr. Garber then trained with Dr. Alan Wittgrove (known for operating on singer Carnie Wilson) mastering the laparoscopic gastric bypass procedure for obesity.Dr. Garber is the only surgeon on Long Island and Queens who has performed more than 3500 laparoscopic gastric bypass procedures and 3000 Lap-Band procedures and over 300 laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomies. Dr. Garber helped develop the single incision Lap-Band and sleeve gastrectomy techniques and teaches other surgeons around the country this virtually scarless technique which he helped develop. He has been seen on Good Morning America, ABC news, NBC news, NY55 news and featured in the New York Times as the premiere bariatric surgeon on Long Island.

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New York Bariatric Group Helps Obese Patients Lose Weight and Live Healthier Lives

New Hyde Park, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/18/2013 -- A new study from a team of Canadian researchers which pours over data from multiple previous studies confirms that there's no such thing as "fat but fit". Not only is such a claim misleading, but it's also dangerous, encouraging unhealthy, obese individuals to be idle as opposed to take action and fight against their condition.

Individuals who are obese have been statistically linked to having greatly enhanced risks and occurrences of a variety of dangerous and deadly illnesses and conditions, including high blood pressure and cholesterol, heart attack, stroke, and more. People with higher Body Mass Index (BMI) numbers almost always have comorbidities which negatively impact their health and their lifestyle, and may quite literally take off years or even decades of their lives.

At the New York Bariatric Group, that has been a core belief of the practice, and today, many more primary care physicians are also thankfully beginning to recognize this fact and provide referrals for obese patients to receive bariatric surgery.

Other studies which claimed to prove that there was such a thing as healthy obesity perhaps looked at skewed numbers. For instance, a young male with lots of muscle mass would have a high BMI due to his bodyweight, but would clearly not be in the same classification as another individual who was obese, and not overly muscle-bound.

The New York Bariatric Group offers a comprehensive collection of the most innovative and successful types of bariatric surgery, including laparoscopic banding, gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass revisional surgery, and more.

In tandem with their comprehensive support and educational system and an ongoing bariatric program for patients both pre- and post-surgery, and NYBG patients enjoy phenomenal success, both immediately and over the long haul as well.

On average, NYBG patients benefit from a permanent weight loss of between 50 and 75 percent of their excess weight.

Learn more about New York Bariatric Group, their highly skilled and experienced surgical team, and the types of bariatric surgery they offer by visiting StopObesityforLife.com, or calling them directly at 800.633.8446 to request more information or schedule an initial consultation.

About the New York Bariatric Group
The New York Bariatric Group was formed by four of the country's leading bariatric surgeons. Together, they provide innovative and successful treatments to fight obesity, including all types of bariatric surgery, such as laparoscopic banding, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and more. Their surgical team has extensive experience, and NYBG provides an unmatched bariatric program that produces real weight loss success, with patient education, mentorships, support groups, and ongoing assistance with nutrition and post-surgery lifestyle. Visit the New York Bariatric Group online at StopObesityforLife.com, or call them at 800.633.8446.

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New York Bariatric Group Provides Innovative and Effective Bariatric Surgery Options for Patients

New Hyde Park, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/20/2013 -- A new research study in the British Medical Journal shows that weight loss surgery is the most effective treatment for obesity. With bariatric surgery, obese patients lose more weight, in less time, and are better able to maintain those results, keeping the weight off to lead to real, long term success and health improvements.

The research in the BMJ analyzed 11 previous studies of nearly 800 obese patients. The results were conclusive that bariatric surgery treatment produced on average 57 pounds more weight loss in two years than any non-surgical treatment, including all types of diet, exercise, medicine and behavioral therapy.

Separately, researchers at the University of California at Los Angeles found that as many as two thirds of individuals who diet not only regain the weight they lost, but also gain additional weight, within five years of that diet ending. This research was based on the analysis of 31 individual long-term studies.

Bariatric surgery is the only proven methodology for maintaining that weight loss over the long haul. Treatments such as laparoscopic banding, gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy accomplish this goal by forcing the individual to maintain a healthier lifestyle and overcome any physical or mental barriers.

Arguments against bariatric surgery in the past have included unnecessary health risk during surgery, and the excessive cost of surgical procedures. However, today's new technology and refined procedures have made most bariatric surgery safer than ever, while insurance often provides coverage for bariatric surgery as well.

The correct mental approach is still a requirement in order to maximize and maintain those results, but overall, it's a far more achievable and sustainable option. The most effective surgical clinics therefore not only provide the bariatric surgery itself, but also educational and support programs designed to produce long term weight loss results.

At the New York Bariatric Group, all types of bariatric surgery are performed by four of the country's leading surgeons, and an unmatched bariatric program for patient success is provided.

Call the New York Bariatric Group at 800.633.8446 to learn more about getting started with bariatric surgery, or visit StopObesityForLife.com for more information.

About the New York Bariatric Group
The New York Bariatric Group is the home of five of the country's leading bariatric surgeons. Together, they offer the most advanced and safest successful treatments to fight obesity, including all types of bariatric surgery, such as laparoscopic banding, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and more. Their surgical team has extensive experience, and NYBG provides an unmatched bariatric program that produces real weight loss success, with patient education, mentorships, support groups, and ongoing assistance with nutrition and post-surgery lifestyle. Visit the New York Bariatric Group online at StopObesityforLife.com, or call them at 800.633.8446.

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Dr. Garber Provides Insight on Binge Eating, Food Addiction and Fighting Obesity with Bariatric Surgery

New Hyde Park, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/07/2013 -- Dr. Shawn M. Garber, of the New York Bariatric Group, one of the country's leading bariatric surgeons, recently appeared on CBS Newspath, offering insight on binge eating, food addiction, and fighting obesity effectively with bariatric surgery.

Food addiction has taken center stage recently as a new study highlighted that Oreos have the same addictive properties within the human brain as dangerous drugs such as cocaine and morphine. This shocking development highlights what those who have struggled with obesity already know, the intense fight they must go through in order to attempt to live a healthier lifestyle and conquer their own demons.

Dr. Garber has helped thousands of patients improve their health, lose weight, and maintain that weight loss success permanently. More than anybody else, he understands the need for not only bariatric surgery, but also dedicated assistance and thorough patient education.

Bariatric surgery is proven to be the most successful option for obese patients trying to lose weight and keeping it off. Still, even with bariatric surgery, patients must adapt their lifestyle, and learn to avoid eating the wrong foods and making the wrong nutritional decisions.

Dr. Garber has extensive experience with bariatric surgery, performing more than 3,500 laparoscopic gastric bypass procedures, 3,000 Lap-Band procedures, and 300 laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomies. Additionally, he has helped to develop single incision Lap-Band and sleeve gastrectomy techniques, helps to teach other surgeons around the country, and continues to be a renowned leader in his field.

Combined with the rest of the highly experienced and skilled team at the New York Bariatric Group, and their comprehensive bariatric program which helps guides patients to success both pre- and post-surgery, and there's no better option for safe, effective and successful bariatric surgery.

Learn more about the New York Bariatric Group by calling them directly at 800.633.8446, or visiting StopObesityForLife.com.

About the New York Bariatric Group
The New York Bariatric Group is the home of five of the country's leading bariatric surgeons. Together, they provide innovative and successful treatments to fight obesity, including all types of bariatric surgery, such as laparoscopic banding, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and more. Their surgical team has extensive experience, and NYBG provides an unmatched bariatric program that produces real weight loss success, with patient education, mentorships, support groups, and ongoing assistance with nutrition and post-surgery lifestyle. Visit the New York Bariatric Group online at StopObesityforLife.com, or call them at 800.633.8446.

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