Gastric Sleeve vs Gastric Bypass vs SADI-S
Which Bariatric Surgery Is Right for You in Ireland, UK & Northern Ireland? Choosing bariatric surgery is not simply about losing weight. It is about improving health, reducing long-term medical risk and selecting the right procedure for your BMI, metabolic condition and overall health profile. Patients across Ireland, the UK and Northern Ireland often compare […]
Which bariatric surgery is best for type 2 diabetes in Ireland
Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common and serious complications of obesity in Ireland. Many patients find that despite tablets, insulin and lifestyle efforts, blood sugar levels remain difficult to control. Over time, the risks increase for heart disease, kidney damage, nerve problems and vision loss. For patients living with obesity and type […]
Managing multiple comorbidities in patients with BMI over 50
Patients with a BMI over 50 rarely present with a single diagnosis. More often, they are living with type 2 diabetes, hypertension, obstructive sleep apnoea, osteoarthritis, fatty liver disease and significant mobility limitation at the same time. For many GPs across Ireland, this group represents some of the most complex cases in everyday practice. At […]
The hidden respiratory risks of untreated obesity
When people think about obesity, they often think about diabetes, heart disease or joint pain. What is discussed less often is what excess weight does to the lungs. Breathlessness is usually put down to being “unfit”. Snoring is dismissed as harmless. A poor night’s sleep becomes normal. Over time, these signs are ignored. Untreated obesity […]
Introducing Ireland’s Newest Weight Loss Company Blackrock WeightCare
We’re delighted to announce the launch of a new weight loss surgery in Ireland. Blackrock WeightCare will be initially located at the prestigious Blackrock Clinic in Dublin and the Hermitage Clinic. Blackrock WeightCare was created with the intention of bringing weight loss surgery and weight gain alternatives to the people of Ireland, in Ireland.
