Seeing the New Year in a New Way
It’s that time of year again and everyone is talking about what they are going to stop or start doing to create perfect health. Make this year the year you …
Archive for December 2019
Colon Cancer: Gone!
Sandra Heinz began having colon cancer screenings at age 39 because her father, now 85, is a colon cancer survivor. In September 2018, Sandra’s gastroenterologist, Ahmad Ascha, MD, discovered a …
Celebrating Success with LiveHealthy Weight Loss Program
Karen Leaphart started 2019 unhappy and unhealthy. After a few years of steady weight increase, she found herself at the doctor with an ultimatum: Lose weight in six months or …
Advanced Practice Provider of the Year
Congratulations to Joy Ianiro, CNP, chosen as the 2019 Advanced Practice Provider of the Year! Despite her recent retirement, Joy was honored as Lake Health’s first recipient of this award. …
Healthier Holiday Baking
The holidays can be filled with many of our favorite indulgent recipes. Registered dietitian Melinda Benz, RDN, LD, shares her tips and tricks to make your recipes healthier without sacrificing …
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery for Weight Loss
There are several types of weight loss surgery, including Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, laparoscopic vertical sleeve gastrectomy and laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding, known as lap band surgery. All three surgeries have …
Laparoscopic Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy for Weight Loss
There are several types of weight loss surgery, including Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, laparoscopic vertical sleeve gastrectomy and laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding, known as lap band surgery. All three surgeries have …