Patient Perspective on Weight Regain
At #ow2019 I provided a patient voice about regain after bariatric surgery. I decided to do up a video of the presentation I made for the event.
by Rob Portinga · Published November 12, 2019 · Last modified October 15, 2021
At #ow2019 I provided a patient voice about regain after bariatric surgery. I decided to do up a video of the presentation I made for the event.
by Rob Portinga · Published September 11, 2019 · Last modified October 15, 2021
Is HBO a platform for hate? As long as they continue to give voices such as Bill Maher air time… seems so. This isn’t fiction, it’s real comments aimed at real people. #stopweightbias #OACAction #obsm
by Rob Portinga · Published July 22, 2019 · Last modified October 15, 2021
A quick introduction to myself, why I’m doing this podcast, and what I hope to share by doing it.
by Rob Portinga · Published April 11, 2019 · Last modified October 15, 2021
A recent Blue Bloods episode on CBS used weight bias and shaming to get a win for it’s lead character. Why I’m not as upset as I first was, and how they could fix it…
by Rob Portinga · Published October 10, 2018 · Last modified October 15, 2021
There is one recurring … fear and frustration that dogs many people who have had bariatric surgery (aka weight loss surgery). I’ve heard it from patients online, in various support groups I’ve attended/facilitated/led, as well as while at various obesity related events. It’s this perception that using surgery to get to a healthier weight is “taking the easy way out”.
One of the things you hear from all sorts of folks involved in the world of bariatrics is that support is crucial. From the group and online aspects to programs such as Weight Watchers to the various support groups offered...
Another homemade sauce to add to the mix, Roasted Garlic Side Sauce. Garlic makes everything better, right?
New recipe! Habanero Side Sauce.A slightly sweet sauce that has a bit of an after-burn effect. Try it on eggs, tacos, burgers, fish, or whatever. Except maybe oatmeal. I wouldn’t put it on oatmeal.
There are often times where I come across a food I like, and decide “I can make that!” Here’s my attempt to copy-cat a store bought jalapeno sauce.
My take on a pantry staple, a “creamy” mushroom soup that uses no dairy…
A look back at my time shortly before bariatric surgery, some thoughts and struggles dealing with hunger and the decision to have surgery.
by Rob Portinga · Published November 12, 2019 · Last modified October 15, 2021
At #ow2019 I provided a patient voice about regain after bariatric surgery. I decided to do up a video of the presentation I made for the event.
A reblog from my previous site, addressing thoughts on weight bias in medical care. Doctors, Heal Thyselves
A look back at more early thoughts about my decision to have bariatric surgery. Is surgery my Plan A? Or should it be Plan B?
A thoughtful, encouraging, even humorous response to Bill Maher’s hateful take on fat shaming. Thank you @JKCorden
#stopweightbias
Some more reflections from shortly after I decided to turn to bariatric surgery for help with my weight, I’ve started losing weight, and discuss my recent exercise and dealing with hunger.