Welcome back to The Robotic Surgeon with Dr. Hesham Atwa. In this episode, the conversation focused on the evolving landscape of obesity treatment, examining the choices between gastric sleeve surgery and anti-obesity medications (AOMs) such as GLP-1 receptor agonists. A key theme that emerged was the misconception that obesity is solely a matter of personal willpower; Dr. Atwa explored the significant role genetics and medical factors play in weight gain. Several points were raised, including the various options now available for weight loss, from lifestyle changes and medications to innovative surgical procedures, and the importance of treating obesity as a chronic disease similar to diabetes or cancer. Listeners will also gain insights into the practical realities behind each approach, the myths versus facts about surgery, and the positive impact effective treatment can have on quality of life.

Timestamps:

00:00 Discussing weight loss options

04:41 Challenges of dieting and weight loss

06:56 Diet and exercise advice for weight loss

12:13 Weighing medication vs. surgery costs

14:10 Considering non-surgical weight loss options

16:32 Side effects and loose skin concerns

Dr. Hesham Atwa - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hesham-atwa-md-facs-268067267/

Long Island Laparoscopic Doctors - https://journeytothenewyou.com/

Mastering Robotic Surgery by Hesham Atwa, MD - https://journeytothenewyou.com/mastering-robotic-surgery-book/

The Robotic Surgeon - https://theroboticsurgeonpodcast.com/

“Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

Have you ever wondered if robots are performing surgery all on their own, like the medical version of a self-driving car? You're not alone: up to a third of patients think so, according to surveys. On this opening episode of The Robotic Surgeon, you will hear insights from Dr. Hesham Atwa, a leading robotic general and bariatric surgeon, chief of surgery at two hospitals, and the author of "Mastering Robotic Surgery." With over 20,000 operations under his belt, including more than 2,500 robotic surgeries, Dr. Hesham Atwa pulls back the curtain on what really happens in the operating room. From how robotic surgery works and what makes it safer, to who should (and shouldn’t) consider it, and what recovery is truly like, this episode promises real talk and no sugarcoating. If you’ve been Googling questions at 2 a.m. about robotic surgery, this is the episode for you.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to The Robotic Surgeon

04:50 Robotic surgery benefits and limitations

08:54 Post-surgery pain management

10:16 Returning to work after surgery

Dr. Hesham Atwa - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hesham-atwa-md-facs-268067267/

Long Island Laparoscopic Doctors - https://journeytothenewyou.com/

Mastering Robotic Surgery by Hesham Atwa, MD - https://journeytothenewyou.com/mastering-robotic-surgery-book/

The Robotic Surgeon - https://theroboticsurgeonpodcast.com/

“Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”