Episode 73: Heartburn, Hypoglycemia & Muscle Loss: Solving the Post-Bariatric Puzzle

About this episode

This episode explores the challenges faced by bariatric patients post-surgery and offers practical solutions.

In this episode of the Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast, Dr. Matthew Weiner and long-time surgical partner Deidre Schodroski dive deep into the real-world challenges bariatric patients face after surgery. From the surge in heartburn after gastric sleeve procedures to long-term PPI use, iron deficiencies, protein shake intolerance, hypoglycemia, and muscle loss—this episode delivers practical, science-backed solutions for every stage of the journey. They also discuss the synergistic benefits ...

People in this episode

Hosts: Matthew Weiner, MD, Zoe Schroeder, RD

Guest: Deidre Schodroski

Topics covered

• bariatric surgery
• heartburn
• hypoglycemia
• muscle loss
• nutrition
• post-surgery challenges

Keywords

• bariatric surgery
• heartburn
• hypoglycemia
• muscle loss
• nutrition
• protein shake intolerance
• iron deficiencies

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