Heather Smith, B.S.

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Heather Smith has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and has worked in the field since 2014 in hospital and home health settings. In 2021, she founded Nurse and Quill LLC and started using her nursing experience to write health articles. Having educated hundreds of patients over the years, Heather understands how difficult it can be to understand health issues. She loves breaking complex topics into easy-to-understand wording. When not writing health articles, Heather works with her husband and three kids on their 86 acres to build the regenerative farm of their dreams. She and her husband also volunteer for their rural fire department.

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Success Rate of Bariatric Surgery: Key Stats to Know

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The success rate of bariatric surgery depends on various factors, including the procedure type, your ability to adhere to dietary and lifestyle changes, and other individual elements.  Experts define a successful outcome as losing 50-70% of excess weight, 20-30% of the person’s initial weight, or reaching a body mass index (BMI) below 35 kg/m. Research […]

How Long Does Bariatric Surgery Take? Timeline Explained

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The timeline for bariatric surgery varies depending on your overall health and the type of procedure.  Before the surgery, you’ll need several weeks to a few months to complete all the preparations.  The surgery generally takes several hours, and you’ll stay in the hospital for one to two days for the initial recovery.  When you […]

Benefits of Bariatric Surgery: What You Must Know First

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The weight loss you experience after bariatric surgery can have many benefits to your overall health, as well as your psychological well-being and long-term health goals.  While bariatric surgery doesn’t cure the disease of obesity, the weight loss it helps you achieve has a significant positive impact on many areas of your life. Read on […]

How Does Bariatric Surgery Work? The Essential Guide

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Bariatric surgery is a medical procedure that shrinks the stomach or changes how the intestines absorb nutrients. It’s a tool to help you lose weight and improve overall health and well-being. Among the benefits of bariatric surgery are improved health outcomes, enhanced quality of life, and significant weight loss. It is also essential for managing […]

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