Medical articles from Mr Michael Van den Bossche

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21/09/2023

Surgeon

What are the main non-surgical alternatives to weight loss surgery?

In this article here, Mr Michael Van den Bossche, talks about weight loss surgery, including the ideal candidates for the surgery, and the main non-surgical alternatives to weight loss surgery.

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12/12/2022

Mr Michael Van den Bossche

Surgeon

When is revisional bariatric surgery required?

Bariatric surgical procedures often produce amazing results for patients who have struggled to lose weight for a long time. However, some people find that the results do not last and they regain the weight. In his latest article, highly-esteemed general surgeon Mr Michael Van den Bossche explains what patients’ options are if the find this to be the case.

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28/03/2022

Mr Michael Van den Bossche

Surgeon

I have acid reflux. What foods should I avoid?

Patients who have undergone weight loss surgery may suffer from acid reflux, as this is a common side effect following this type of surgical procedure. On hand in our latest article to insightfully let patients know how they can relieve their acid reflux symptoms following weight loss surgery, is revered consultant general surgeon, Mr Michael Van den Bossche.

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29/10/2018

Mr Michael Van den Bossche

Surgeon

How the Elipse™ balloon provides an alternative weight-loss solution

Obesity is considered to be an epidemic in the UK with an estimated 1 in 4 adults affected. After smoking, obesity is the greatest leading cause of early death. Many patients require medical assistance to lose their weight and whilst obesity surgery can be very successful, it comes with the risks of surgery, as well as a recovery time to handle. However, the Elipse™ balloon for weight loss presents patients with a novel alternative – weight loss without the need for surgery or extreme dieting. Mr Michael Van den Bossche, a leading surgeon with expertise in weight loss, now runs a monthly session at his practice for the Elipse balloon.