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As we approach the new year, it's an excellent time to reflect on your health and set achievable goals for 2024. Here are some tips for establishing meaningful health goals: Be Specific: Instead of vague resolutions, create specific and measurable goals. For example, aim to exercise for 30 minutes five…
Bariatric Surgery FAQ with Dr. Gordon Padovan
In this brief FAQ session, we've gathered common questions about bariatric surgery, answered by Dr. Gordon Padovan: Q1: What is bariatric surgery, and how does it work? Dr. Padovan: Bariatric surgery is a set of procedures that promote weight loss by restricting the amount of food the stomach can…
Exploring Non-Surgical Weight Loss Options
For those seeking effective weight loss solutions without undergoing surgery, various non-surgical options are available. Here's a brief overview of different approaches to help you find the one that aligns with your goals: Diet and Nutrition: Adopting a balanced and calorie-controlled diet is a fundamental aspect of non-surgical weight loss.…
Nurturing Your Body Post-Bariatric Surgery During the Festive Season
The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but for those who have undergone bariatric surgery, it can also present unique challenges. Maintaining your health and wellness during Christmas is crucial for long-term success. Here are some tips to help you navigate the festivities while caring for your…
How to alleviate wind after surgery
After bariatric weight loss surgery, increased gas can be a common occurrence, particularly following gastric bypass. While not typically a cause for concern, any unexpected pain or discomfort should be reported to your doctor. It can, however, be bothersome and socially awkward. Several factors contribute to post-surgical gas. Dietary changes…
5 Compelling Reasons to Consider Surgical Weight Loss: A Life-Changing Decision
Are you struggling with your weight and feeling frustrated with the lack of results from diet and exercise alone? If so, surgical weight loss may be a transformative option worth exploring. In this blog post, we will discuss five compelling reasons why surgical weight loss with Emerge Surgical can be…
Introducing the Emerge Surgical Story
Once upon a time in Perth, Australia, Dr. Gordon Padovan had a vision. In 2005, he founded Emerge Surgical with a mission to provide exceptional care to individuals considering Bariatric (Obesity) Surgery. Driven by his passion for helping patients, he embarked on a journey to build a practice that would…
Introducing Dr. Padovan!
We are proud to introduce Dr. Padovan, a highly experienced bariatric and weight loss surgeon at Emerge Surgical. Dr. Padovan's extensive experience includes performing Gastric Bands, Sleeve Gastrectomy and Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass surgeries, helping countless patients achieve their weight loss goals. After completing his surgical training in Perth and obtaining…
Emerge Surgical Support Group
At Emerge Surgical we provide comprehensive support to individuals on their weight loss journey. We understand that this can be a challenging experience, which is why we strive to create a welcoming community of like-minded individuals who can offer guidance and encouragement every step of the way. We are thrilled…
Post Surgery Recovery
Bariatric weight loss surgery, also known as obesity surgery, is a highly effective way for individuals in Perth, WA to achieve significant weight loss and improve their overall health. However, the recovery process can be challenging and it is important to have support and guidance during this time. At Emerge…
Setting goals for 2023
2022 is coming to an end and the festive season is just around the corner. This comes with excitement, stress, and a whole range of emotions that will differ for almost everyone. An opportunity to plan and set goals for the year ahead will present itself, and the right strategy…
When is surgical weight loss an option?
There is no exact asnwer as each patient will have their own circumstances to consider. For you, you may feel that you are at the last resort. You may have tried all kinds of strategies for weight loss and just can’t quite get the results that you are looking for.…
Planning for your surgery
For a lot of people, surgery of any kind can create a bit of anxiety or stress. This is perfectly normal, and the Emerge Surgical team will do everything they can to put you at ease. There are a few things to consider that may help your comfort levels before,…
What are the surgical options
When all other avenues are exhausted, a surgical weight-loss procedure may be the next step. Emerge Surgical has seen several patients who have tried to achieve weight-loss goals and found a surgical option to be a positive experience. There are several surgical options available, with the following performed by Dr…
We’re always looking for weight loss testimonials
The Emerge Surgical Team have been offering our services for a number of years and enjoy hearing beautiful success stories. We would love to share as many as possible, and are always happy to share the stories of those who are willing. Some of our recent testimonials have been from…
Body Contouring and the options available
For some patients, the initial weight loss can develop some side affects, which may provide discomfort and the option of body contouring could be preferred. Body contouring surgery can be utilised to remove excess skin and stubborn fat, and some patients have found this to be a successful method to…
Your options for excess skin in the upper arms
Many people who have seen rapid weight loss have noticed sagging skin in areas of their body, in particular their upper arms. This has been referred to as a “bat-wing” deformity or “loose-hammock” deformity. There can be a surgical procedure available for those who would prefer to remove the excess…
Is Gastric Bypass Surgery a good option for weight loss?
A common procedure for surgical weight loss is Gastric Bypass, or Roux en-Y. In short, this procedure will aim to create a pouch that is separated from the rest of the stomach and the “bypass” then performed to create the pathway to the intestines. Roux en-Y is named after the…
What is my BMI and shold I trust it?
With any piece of information (like your BMI) handed to you, you must measure it with a level of context and expert opinion. This allows you to gather a rounded approach rather than make any drastic knee-jerk reactions. A BMI reading is an important piece of information but it is…
What is SIPS and is it applicable to me?
Whilst the procedure is relatively new, Dr Gordon Padovan has been able to offer the SIPS Procedure to a number of patients who fit into the following groups Those looking for an alternative to Gastric Bypass to avoid possible adverse medium or long-term events Previous Sleeve Gastrectomy patients who have…
Our Online Community
At Emerge Surgical we believe in being able to provide not only support for those in their weight loss journey but also a sense of community with other patients of Dr Padovan. Our Facebook group is a safe space and has been allowed to flourish with patients sharing their experiences.…
Lean on your support network
As with almost anything that provides change, weight loss may come with changes to your body that may take time to get used to. It’s a big reason why a good support network is around you to help you continue your quality of life so that you can recover from…
Weight Loss Is Not Always Immediate
Have you ever heard the phrase, nothing worth having ever comes easy? This is particularly true in most aspects of our life, and none more so than weight loss. Something also important in anyone’s weight loss journey is to be mindful that every single person is unique and will find…
Surgical v Non-Surgical Weight Loss
There may come a time in your life when you are considering surgical assistance in weight loss, and unsure whether it’s the right decision or if you have found the right information. A decision on surgical weight loss is a big one, and it’s important to consider a number of…
