MedPage Today November 26, 2024
— A conversation with bariatric surgeon Christine J. Ren-Fielding, MD
In this video, Mikhail Varshavski, DO, who goes by “Dr. Mike” on YouTube, talks with Christine J. Ren-Fielding, MD, of NYU Langone Health in New York City, about the future of bariatric surgery.
Following is a partial transcript of the video (note that errors are possible):
Varshavski: If someone were to say to you what you just described, amputating 80% of the stomach, reconnecting the GI system in a way where it’s not the correct way, “Doesn’t that seem barbaric?” How would you respond?
Ren-Fielding: Yes, it appears barbaric. However, cutting out 80% of your stomach means very little if it’s going to extend your lifespan for over 10 years.
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