Our Patient Erica’s Progress

This is true progress! Our patient, Erica Leftwich is coming up on her two-year anniversary of her surgery at the end of this month! Looking great, Erica! Keep up the amazing work!

Dominique’s Before And After Picture

There’s been an absolutely incredible transformation from our patient, Dominique DeLucia! In a matter of 9 months, Dominique lost 104 pounds and is now living a healthy lifestyle!

Erin’s Before And After Pictures

Our patient, Erin Moroney, came to us for revision surgery about a year ago and her progress has been absolutely amazing! Congrats and keep up the great work, Erin!

Before And After Of Ceci!

Here’s a Before and After of our patient Ceci Martinez! She has lost 70 pounds, her diabetes is now gone, and her sleep apnea is history!

Local Farmers Market

The summer is the perfect time to really enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables. Why not visit a local farmers market in your area?  The Farmers Market in Huntington Village – operates every Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on 228 Main Street in Huntington.  For a list of all Farmers Markets on L.I. Click […]

We Have All Read That Obesity May Play A Role In COVID-19 Outcomes.

We have all read that obesity may play a role in COVID-19 outcomes.This article which appeared in the Food Technology Magazine explains why: Https://Www.Ift.Org/News-And-Publications/Food-Technology-Magazine/Issues/2020/June/Columns/Obesity-May-Play-A-Role-In-Covid-19-Outcomes

Exercising Everyday

If social distancing keeps you from your usual gym session or exercise classes, try other forms of activity, such as hiking or an online workout class. Exercise is not the main factor for weight loss, but it plays a role in keeping weight off once you lose it! If you need a place to start, […]

Heat And Obesity

With the hot summer weather upon us, your chances of suffering heat exhaustion

Calculate Your Body Mass Index

What’s Your Body Mass Index (BMI)?  BMI is a way to figure out your approximate level of body fat in an easy, inexpensive way. It’s a number based on your weight and height that can help you tell if you are at a healthy weight for your height. In general, the higher the number, the more body fat a person has. See this BMI Calculator: Https://Www.Cdc.Gov/Healthyweight/Assessing/Bmi/Adult_bmi/English_bmi_calculator/Bmi_calculator.Html

Let Us Exercise!

If social distancing keeps you from your usual gym session or exercise classes, try other forms of activity, such as hiking or an online workout class. Exercise is not the main factor for weight loss, but it plays a role in keeping weight off once you lose it!

Firefighter John Hall’s Before & Afters

Long Island Obesity Surgery of Huntington and Dr. Buchin have helped more than a dozen volunteer members of the Huntington Manor Fire House lose hundreds of pounds. Here is before and after of John Hall, along with other members of the fire department and Dr. Buchin. Hall is 3rd from left on the bottom row.

Dr. Buchin Helps Local Firefighters Lose Weight!

Huntington surgeon Dr. David Buchin has helped more than a dozen volunteer members of the Huntington Manor Fire House lose hundreds of pounds. Here is a before and after of Assistant Chief Chuck Brady, top left, along with other members of the fire department and Dr. Buchin.

What’s Your Body Mass Index (BMI)?

What’s Your Body Mass Index (BMI)? BMI is a way to figure out your approximate level of body fat in an easy, inexpensive way. It’s a number based on your weight and height that can help you tell if you are at a healthy weight for your height. In general, the higher the number, the more body fat a person has. See this BMI Calculator:  Https://Www.Cdc.Gov/Healthyweight/Assessing/Bmi/Adult_bmi/English_bmi_calculator/Bmi_calculator.Html

Do Not Eat Late Night Dinners

Eating a late dinner may contribute to weight gain and high blood sugar, according to a small study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Read the full article Here: Https://Medicalxpress.Com/News/2020-06-People-Late-Dinner-Gain-Weight.Html