Dr Scott: Life saving benefits of gastric bypass

Just last weekend researchers from the Cleveland Clinic published findings in the Journal of the American Medical Association of a study that further explores the association between bariatric surgery and heart attacks and strokes and kidney and heart failure. What they found is staggering: people who have had weight loss surgery have decreased risk of heart attacks and strokes, as well as healthier blood sugar levels! Dr. Stephen Scott of Bariatric & Metabolic Specialists at HCA Midwest Health at Lee’s Summit Medical Center and Menorah Medical Center, and one of the nation’s leading surgical weight loss physicians, discusses the study’s findings, how qualified patients can benefit from bariatric surgery and the types of weight loss surgery options available.