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Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA

Julia is an experienced critical care nurse with a background in pediatric and adult patient populations. Her passion is helping patients maximize their quality of life.

Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Gastric Bypass, Complications

Gastric Bypass Complications: Is Surgery Worth It?

With morbid obesity and obesity-related illnesses on the rise, weight loss surgery is becoming a popular and effective treatment option. However, as with any surgical procedure, gastric bypass complications must be weighed against the benefits of surgery.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
5 min read
WLS, Diabetes

The Relationship Between Bariatric Surgery and Diabetes: Is Surgery The Cure?

Type 2 diabetes is a leading cause of disease and death. Since diabetes develops in overweight individuals, the most successful treatment options for diabetes involve weight loss. Although the relationship between bariatric surgery and diabetes is still being understood.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
WLS, Excess Skin

How To Get Rid of Loose Skin After Weight Loss Without Surgery

You underwent bariatric surgery in order to lose excess weight and you are reaching your weight loss goals but now you have excess skin hanging off your new figure. As another surgery may be unappealing at best, there are ways to remove loose skin after weight loss without surgery.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
WLS, Dumping

Bariatric Dumping Syndrome: What You Need To Know

Although bariatric dumping syndrome is a condition that affects many people after undergoing bariatric surgery, it can be preventable and treatable. Learn the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for bariatric dumping.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
Gastric Sleeve, Revision

Is Gastric Sleeve Revision Right for You?

Are you concerned that a gastric sleeve procedure is not meeting your expectations? You may be considering gastric sleeve revision if you haven't lost enough weight following gastric sleeve surgery, you are regaining weight, or you have suffered from medical complications due to your gastric sleeve.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
Gastric Bypass, PCOS

PCOS and Gastric Bypass Surgery: Will Surgery Help?

PCOS, or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, is a condition commonly found in overweight women. While the exact cause of PCOS is unknown, studies have indicated that weight loss can play a significant role in the treatment of PCOS.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
5 min read