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Man loses 190 lbs during COVID by Running after having Gastric Sleeve Surgery

At 28 years old, Daniel H from Buffalo, New York weighed nearly 400 pounds, was always out of breath, tired, fatigued, pre-diabetic, and struggling to participate in simple every-day activities with his family.

Before he began his weight-loss journey, Daniel weighed in at 378 lbs. Due to his extreme obesity, he wasn’t able to do much physical exercise to lose weight. To help kick-start his weight loss journey he elected to have Gastric Sleeve Surgery […]

Man loses 190 lbs during COVID by Running after having Gastric Sleeve Surgery2021-02-26T17:38:21-08:00

Bride-to-be loses half her body weight before her wedding day after having Gastric Sleeve Surgery

A bride-to-be who weighed 420lbs looked unrecognizable after losing over 196 lbs after having Gastric Sleeve Surgery and changing her lifestyle before her wedding day.  The mother of six weighed 429 lbs at her heaviest back in 2018.  She claimed she had an insatiable appetite and addiction to food that drove her to eat over 8,000 calories per day.

Darci H. 33, from Seattle, Washington was having trouble finding a dress to fit her 28-30 size […]

Bride-to-be loses half her body weight before her wedding day after having Gastric Sleeve Surgery2021-02-03T16:14:38-08:00

Studies show Gastric Sleeve patients have lower risk of mortality from COVID-19

Numerous studies in the past year have shown that COVID-19 patients with obesity and other comorbidities are at a higher risk of requiring intensive care unit (ICU) stays and have increased rates of mortality from the virus. Obesity compromises pulmonary function by decreasing the volume of air a person can expel, decreases overall functional capacity of the lungs, causes an increase in inflammatory cytokines, (which has been linked to increased severity of COVID-19 infections) and […]

Studies show Gastric Sleeve patients have lower risk of mortality from COVID-192021-01-10T09:02:28-08:00

Laurie B is slimming down since her Gastric Sleeve Surgery in February 2020

Laurie B recently had Gastric Sleeve Surgery with Dr Kuri in February of 2020.  She recently contacted us with a before and after photo.  The first photo was before her surgery during a New Years Eve party for 2020.  The second photo was taken 6 months post surgery in August 2020.

We are always interested in how our patients are doing.  Your success is our #1 priority.  If you haven’t checked-in awhile, please email your patient […]

Laurie B is slimming down since her Gastric Sleeve Surgery in February 20202020-12-10T15:42:16-08:00

Gastric Sleeve Surgery found to be effective in treating Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NFLD)

A new study published by the Journal of Endocrine Society suggests bariatric surgery procedures such as Gastric Sleeve Surgery are effective in treating non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

NAFLD is a condition in which excess fat is stored in the liver. This buildup of fat is not caused by heavy alcohol use.  NAFLD is one of the most common causes of liver disease in the United States. The condition usually doesn’t cause symptoms and is most […]

Gastric Sleeve Surgery found to be effective in treating Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NFLD)2020-11-12T10:42:28-08:00

Kelly Osbourne reveals dramatic weight loss photos after having Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Actress, singer, and fashion model Kelly Osbourne recently revealed dramatic weight loss photos on social media divulging how she shed the weight.

“I did the Gastric Sleeve. All it does is change the shape of your stomach,” she told hosts Dax Holt and Adam Glyn. “I got that almost two years ago. I will never ever ever lie about it ever. It is the best thing I have ever done.”

Kelly Osbourne reveals dramatic weight loss photos after having Gastric Sleeve Surgery2020-09-10T08:50:18-08:00

Angie B, is down 10 sizes in 6 Months with the Gastric Sleeve

I suffer with Multiple SclerosisI (MS) and have mobility issues which makes exercise extremely difficult, and nearly impossible. Gastric Sleeve Surgery with Dr Kuri has been a great tool to help me lose weight, help my heart, and learn new eating habits for a healthier life.

Angie B, is down 10 sizes in 6 Months with the Gastric Sleeve2020-12-10T15:21:59-08:00

Together We Are Strong | A Message from Dr Kuri

Dear Patients,
We want to reassure you that Dr Kuri is taking aggressive steps to reduce the risk of transmission of the COVID 19 (Coronavirus) at our office and medical facilities. Our staff is following all of the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and are doing extra sanitizing of all surfaces, especially the work spaces, exam rooms, bathrooms, and waiting areas.

Contacting […]

Together We Are Strong | A Message from Dr Kuri2020-04-27T20:16:36-08:00

A visual comparison of how fat affects human anatomy

The following image compares an overweight 250 lbs woman on the left and a woman of average weight of 120 lbs on the right. We normally associate weight with our outward appearance, but we rarely think about what it looks like, and how that weight affects us on the inside of our bodies. If you look closely, you can see fat compressing the internal organs, joints, enlarging […]

A visual comparison of how fat affects human anatomy2020-03-04T11:30:34-08:00

Lori C. | Lost 119 lbs with the Lap-Band ®

I was banded in 2004.  lost 84 lbs the first year, and about 35 more the year after.  It changed my life for sure.  Wearing clothes from a regular retail store, fitting into ski clothes again, and living a normal active life has been so much fun.  Getting banded was the best thing I have ever done for myself.

Lori C. | Lost 119 lbs with the Lap-Band ®2020-02-13T12:23:38-08:00

Gastric Sleeve Surgery helped Woman lose 171 lbs

At 5 foot 3, and 320 lbs, Tina Minasyan decided she had to make a change. Like many people suffering from obesity, she struggled with daily tasks such as putting on clothes, walking up steps, shopping, taking public transportation, and many simple, everyday tasks people often take for granted. That change began with her decision to have Gastric Sleeve Surgery.

Five years after surgery, Tina has lost an […]

Gastric Sleeve Surgery helped Woman lose 171 lbs2020-02-07T15:21:35-08:00
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Welcome to Dr Kuri & Associates.  My  name is JoAnn Jackson, RN, BSN and I am the patient facilitator and nurse practitioner for Dr Kuri.  Please call me at 1-844-362-5874 Ext. 103 or send us a message via your preferred social media platform or contact method below.
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