University of Maryland Medical System surgeons break down how weight loss surgery works, who qualifies and what patients can ...

Weight-loss surgery is the most effective treatment for severe obesity and some of its associated health risks. But surgery can impact mental health and well-being in surprising ways. We spoke with a ...

Most patients undergoing "tummy tuck" surgery (abdominoplasty) to remove excess skin and tissue after weight loss continue to lose weight in the months and years after surgery, suggests a follow-up ...

Growing up, I always struggled with my weight. Once I hit puberty, I gained even more weight and developed curves. I was self-conscious about my appearance, but I tried to overcompensate with my ...