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Gintas Antanavicius, MD, FACS, FASMBS

Dr. G is a co-founder of BariBuilder. A US-based expert surgeon with over 10 years of bariatric experience, he regularly publishes research in medical journals like SOARD, Obesity Surgery, etc.

Gastric Sleeve, Alcohol

Gastric Sleeve and Alcohol: Can I drink?

Although there is not a definitive rule saying “you cannot have alcohol after bariatric surgery,” we need to understand how the body used to react to alcohol prior to surgery and re-assess how we should drink post-surgery.

Gastric Bypass, Pre-Op Diet

Getting Started With Your Gastric Bypass Pre-Op Diet

Even before your gastric bypass surgery is completed, you will need to start following a pre-op diet to help better prepare you for surgery.

Gastric Bypass, Dumping

Gastric Bypass Dumping: Symptoms, Signs, and Treatments

Gastric bypass dumping syndrome is an unfortunately common experience for many. It comes with a long list of symptoms that include diarrhea and nausea. Fortunately, it is preventable and manageable as you settle into life after surgery.

WLS Patients Need Personalized Bariatric Vitamin Regimens

Taking "one size fits all" vitamin regimens is a dangerous and all-too-common approach for bariatric patients.

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