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14: Navigating Weight Loss with Journey Clinic
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Azure Adkins, MD, bariatric surgeon with Norman Regional's Journey Clinic joins the Vedalas for an in depth look at the process of bariatric weight loss. Dr. Adkins describes the types of bariatric surgeries they offer, the pros and cons of each surgery type, the types of services patients have access to and eliminating the stigma surrounding obesity. This episode has extremely valuable information for anyone looking into bariatric weight loss solutions!
Guest Bio:
Azure Adkins, MD, is a fellowship trained bariatric and minimally invasive GI surgeon who is board certified in general surgery at Norman Regional's Journey Clinic.
Her special interests include:
- Bariatric surgery
- Endoscopy
- Nutrition and lifestyle counseling
- Robotic surgery
- Minimally invasive surgery
Dr. Adkins finished medical school in 2013 at The University of Texas Houston Medical School and completed her general surgery residency at Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center. She then completed her Advanced GI (gastrointestinal), MIS (minimally invasive surgery) and Bariatric Surgery fellowship at Alta Bates Summit Hospital in Oakland, California. Dr. Adkins chose to pursue a career in bariatric surgery because she enjoys working with her hands and having an immediate positive impact on the lives of her patients. She said she wants her patients to know that she will treat them as if they are her own family and provide individualized care with compassion and empathy every step of the way.
Links:
Azure Adkins, MD
Journey Clinic Website
Blog - Spatz Success Stories
Blog - Bariatric Surgery: It's Not Just for Weight Loss
Journey Clinic Blog
This podcast is for educational purposes only. The information in this show is not to be used as medical advice. If you are needing medical care, please consult with your physician.
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