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These weight loss pills actually work
Weight loss might come more slowly with the help of medication—but with lifestyle changes, it will happen. You will lose, and you will get healthier. Read some advice from Corrigan McBride, MD.
Patient Stories Dr. McBride

I had bariatric surgery — twice
Doctor Corrigan McBride, bariatric surgeon at Nebraska Medicine, shares her personal story of going through bariatric weight-loss surgery two times.
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What's better: Diet or sugar-sweetened pop?
Concern over artificial sweeteners has led many to reconsider diet pop as the 'heathier' choice. The best choice will be based on your overall sugar intake and health goals.
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Weight loss surgery basics
Learn about the differences between the laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy procedures for weight-loss.
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What are the typical results of weight-loss surgery?
The weight-loss results of bariatric surgery are different for everyone.
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How do your patients decide which weight-loss surgery is right for them?
Learn how one doctor decided to pursue weight-loss surgery and the factors that were considered in the decision.
Patient Stories Dr. McBride

How one Nebraska Medicine doctor decided weight-loss surgery was for her
The decision to have weight-loss surgery is not an easy one. Learn about one Nebraska Medicine doctor decided it was the right choice for her.
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A dietician's role in weight loss
Don't get caught up in the hype of fad diets. Learn how we can help you on your weight-loss journey.
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