Is Bariatric Surgery Covered by Level Health in Ireland?
If you have Level Health insurance and have been thinking about bariatric surgery, you may be closer to taking that step than you realise. One of the most common reasons people delay exploring weight loss surgery is uncertainty around insurance cover. Many assume it will not be included, so they never check. In reality, Level […]
How Bariatric Surgery Can Help Free You From Emotional Eating and Obesity
Emotional eating is one of the most misunderstood struggles in the world of weight and wellbeing. Many people blame themselves, believing it comes down to willpower — but emotional eating is rarely about food alone. It is deeply connected to hormones, stress, biology, and learned coping patterns that can feel impossible to control. At Blackrock […]
How Losing Visceral Fat With Bariatric Surgery Can Lower Your Risk of Cancer Over Time
When people think about weight loss surgery, they often picture changes on the outside. Clothes fitting better, more energy or increased confidence. What many do not realise is that bariatric surgery can create powerful changes on the inside too, especially when it comes to long term health and cancer risk. At Blackrock WeightCare, we see […]
Why Patients With BMI 40 and Above Can Go Straight to a Bariatric Specialist
For many people living with obesity, taking the first step toward weight loss surgery can feel overwhelming. One of the most common questions we hear at Blackrock WeightCare is: “Do I need a GP referral before I can see a bariatric surgeon?” If your BMI is 40 or above, the simple answer is: No – […]
How Bariatric Surgery Helps Override Genetic Predispositions to Obesity
For many people living with obesity, the journey is not simply about willpower, motivation, or “eating less and moving more.” Genetics play a far bigger role than most people realise. Research shows that in some individuals, up to 70% of body weight regulation is influenced by genetics — affecting metabolism, hunger signals, fat storage, food […]
Is Gastric Sleeve Surgery Safe? Understanding the Risks and Recovery
When you’ve tried every diet, joined every gym, and still find yourself struggling with weight that won’t shift, it’s natural to start thinking about surgery, and just as natural to have questions. At Blackrock WeightCare, one of the first things people ask us is, “Is gastric sleeve surgery safe?” It’s an honest and important question, […]
Why “Eat Less and Move More” Just Doesn’t Work for Obesity
For years, people living with obesity have been told the same thing: “Just eat less and move more.” It sounds simple enough — and for some, small lifestyle changes can indeed make a difference. But for many others, especially those with a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 35, this advice simply doesn’t work. At Blackrock […]
The Dress That Told My Story
The day I tried on my communion dress again, I cried. Not because it fit – but because it was loose. That small white dress, tucked away for almost two decades, became the moment I truly saw how far I’d come. It wasn’t just fabric and thread – it was proof. Proof that the girl […]
The Corporate Health Cover Advantage That Could Transform Your Weight Loss Journey
For many people in Ireland, the idea of weight loss surgery can feel out of reach. Some worry about the costs involved, while others believe they need to travel abroad to find affordable options. But what many employees don’t realise is that their corporate health insurance may already cover bariatric surgery here in Ireland. At […]
Gastric Bypass FAQ: Your Guide to the Most Common Questions
If you are considering weight loss surgery, it is natural to have questions. Gastric bypass is one of the most well-established bariatric procedures, and at Blackrock WeightCare we hear many of the same queries from patients who are thinking about it. To help you feel informed and reassured, we have put together answers to the […]
