Dr. Ditslear is a native of Noblesville, Indiana. He graduated with honors in chemistry at Miami University of Ohio and then graduated from the Indiana University School of Medicine in 1994. During medical school he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Society for Academic Honors. He completed his general surgery residency at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Ditslear is on the teaching staff for the Indiana University General Surgery Residency Program. He is married and the father of four children. Dr. Ditslear's honors include Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, E.B. Rinker Scholastic Scholarship, Certification for Research Program in Academic Medicine and Golden Key Honor Society. He is an Associate Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Medical Association, Indiana State Medical Association and Indianapolis Medical Society.
I hope that everyone enjoyed reading the story about John Barnes that was recently added to the Indy Racing League's Web site (see below). I am re-posting the commericial that John did for Clarian Bariatrics earlier in the year as a refresher on just how far he has come.
If you have a question about bariatric surgery costs, causes of obesity, Indiana Hospitals, bariatric weight loss or weight loss surgery in general, then consider joining us at a FREE informational seminar. Click on the photo at the top right of this page for more info!
This week has been a big one. I wrapped up midterms earlier in the week (just two more months and I officially have my MBA!), we are moving our marketing offices today (gotta love new beginnings) and tomorrow I will run my first competitive 10K in more than five years.
I'm not good with change. I never have been, and probably never will be. With the three things I mentioned all happening in one week, I have been a ball of nerves since Sunday night, and I don't see it stopping until I cross the finish line tomorrow (hopefully at 8:46 a.m. exactly).
What I'm beginning to realize is that being nervous about something is not necessarily a bad thing. I used to hate the feeling of uncertainity and would worry myself sick about all the things that MIGHT happen. I would build myself up for the worst and expect the worst.
Do you ever feel that way? Is that how you feel about bariatric weight loss? That it's too nerve-racking to take the first step so you'll just maintain the status quo? Nothing in life worth doing is easy and weight loss surgery is no exception. Afterall, sometimes you just need to have faith that things will be fine.
So what I'm asking you to do is take a chance and get out of your comfort zone. If you've already had Indianapolis weight loss surgery then try something new this weekend - go for a hike in a new park (Tina offered some tips on great Indiana State Parks earlier in the week). If you are contemplating the weight loss journey, the join us at a FREE info session next week (click on the image at the top right of this page for more info).
Those are the words I’ve been spreading these past few weeks to my colleagues at Clarian Bariatrics. Those of you who are reading this post are the reason I come to work each and every day. I’ve had the pleasure of hearing from many of you about your personal struggles, successes and wow moments.
We’ve discussed your weight loss procedures, weight loss support system, obesity related problems, questions about bariatric surgery, gastric bypass, gastric banding, support groups, free informational weight loss seminars and the list goes on.
You sincerely touch my heart and motivate me more than you can imagine. I want to take this time to say “Thank You” from the bottom of my heart for all of your comments, questions and concerns. The first thing I do every morning is check my email inbox to see if I’ve touched one person’s life that day.
I am truly blessed to be involved with the most outstanding Indiana Bariatric Center and a part of your lives. I am honored to become one of your support persons in your weight loss journey and value the confidence you have placed in me!
Please know that you can contact me confidentially by email at bariatric@clarian.org or you can call me at 317-275-7010 and leave a message on my confidential voicemail. If you would like to leave a comment to share with anyone who reads the blog you can respond below in the comment section.
Another interesting read from the Obesity Action Coalition. Don't forget to visit us at an upcoming info session if you have additional questions about bariatric surgery costs, causes of obesity, Indiana Hospitals, bariatric weight loss or weight loss surgery. We are here for you!
Happy Friday!
Obesity continues to increase for women in the United States, particularly among African-American and Mexican-American women. Between the ages of 35-44, there are approximately 3.3 million white women, 1.4 million African-American women, and 575,000 Mexican-American women who are obese
A new study published in the journal Public Health Nursing reveals that there is an increased risk for midlife obesity among Mexican-American and White women who were poor as children and adults. However, this did not hold true for African-American women.
An interesting take on America's obesity epidemic from the perspective of our neighbors to the north. While it doesn't really break any new ground, it gives an interesting perspective of our American health care system and our perceptions of obese individuals.
You can read full text of the article from Canada.com by clicking here.
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17. Drinking with meals 18. Quitting when you have failed 19. Not exercising consistently 20. Isolating 21. Drinking Soda
Remember to take baby steps and tell yourself every day I’m going to make good decisions today because I’m worth it!
Have an additional question about causes of obesity, weight loss surgery, bariatric weight loss or Indiana Bariatric Centers? Then leave a comment below or send an email to bariatric@clarian.org and I will be happy to respond!
A similar article to this made the rounds a few months ago, but it is worth bringing it to attention again. There is definitely more research that needs to be conducted on this subject, but it is interesting none the less. Personally, I think this AD-36 virus could be a contributing factor to obesity, but should not be singled out as "the" cause.
If you are interested in learning more, simply click on this link to read full text from the LiveScience.com article.
Do you have an additional question about causes of obesity, bariatric weight loss, Indiana Hospitals or problems caused by obesity? Then leave a comment below and one of our medical professionals at Clarian Bariatrics would be more than happy to help!
The first thing you will probably notice after weight loss surgery is that a radiant smile will come across your face. It not only lights up your face, but all of the faces around you. This tool, when wielded correctly, which Indiana Bariatric Surgeons give you will empower you to change everyone around you.
You will want to share your happiness, your successes and share the journey. Support groups are a wonderful venue for that. You can learn from the struggles, successes and paths of those who have gone before you and offer a ray of hope for those who will go after. Remember this is the journey you have chosen take one step at a time, baby steps if needed.
Instead of thinking of the past as a failure, think of it as a platform, a foundation of learning, to build a house you must learn how to hammer a nail. The same goes for weight loss surgery patients, one bite at a time, one step, one choice.
One of my favorite quotes by Steve Grant, former linebacker of our beloved Colts and minister for Sports World Ministries, said “You are not born a winner, you are not born a loser, you are born a chooser!” Chose to make it a wonderful journey, and use the resources at Clarian Bariatrics to help pave the path.
It's Thursday, and that means that Clarian Bariatrics will be holding a FREE weight loss surgery information session tonight at our Indianapolis clinic.
If you are interested in learning about bariatric surgery costs, causes of obesity, Indiana Hospitals or bariatric weight loss, then this is the time to get your questions answered!
Simply click on the image at the top of this page to save your place, and know that you are more than welcomed to bring as many family and friends as you'd like.
Have you been sitting in this cold weather and eargerly anticipating the arrival of spring, or better yet, summer? Have you been daydreaming about a day at the beach? A hike with your family? A leisurely bike ride on the Monon? I know I have!
For many Americans these will remain only daydreams as they feel trapped in a body that cannot support their active imaginations. At Clarian Bariatrics we want to help you reach your goals, whatever they may be. Our skilled Indianapolis Bariatric Surgeons want to help you overcome Obesity Medical Problems and reclaim your life.
Consider joining us at a FREE information session where you can ask questions of Indianapolis Weight Loss professionals and learn more about the Lap Band, Stomach Stapling Surgery and Gastric Bypass Surgery.
The following piece hit my Google alert today and I found it a pretty interesting read from The Huffington Post. In this popular series from the Web site, they take two physicians and have them debate a hot-button issue. In this case, stomach stapling surgery and weight loss surgery in general.
After working with Clarian Bariatrics for the past two years, I side with the camp that bariatric weight loss is the only way morbidly obese individuals can overcome a circle of health problems and reclaim their lives.
However, like anything in life, the decision to undergo weight loss surgery should not be made alone and without careful consideration. Talk to your physician, family and friends and read as much as you can about the pros and cons of this life-saving surgery before making a decision.
I had heartburn, bad heartburn. I was taking Prilosec twice a day, and insurance did not cover the mediciation. It was costing me at least $50 a month. I knew it was an obesity related problem because it only started when my weight was more than 200 pounds.
I tried various diets without a long-term weight loss. My primary care physician put me on prescription medication for weight loss, and again, I had limited results of about 12 pounds then no more. How frustrating to only loose only 12 pounds then no more after weeks and weeks on a diet.
I admit that exercise is not a big thing for me. I have hobbies that keep me sitting down and motionless that I enjoy more that moving, especially when movement is harder from being so heavy! Over and above being what I call “lazy” – I had stress at my job (who doesn’t) but I believe it contributed to my inability to loose. Therefore, I changed jobs (not to lose weight) praying I had found one with less stress. I came to work at Clarian Bariatrics and consider it the best move I have made in a long time.
This is just a tease of the rest of my story. Check back later in the week for part two and feel free to e-mail me with your questions relating to bariatric surgery, causes of obesity, Indiana Hosptials and Indianapolis weight loss.
Have you been curious about weight loss surgery? Then consider attending one of Clarian Bariatrics FREE informational seminars. At the seminar you will have the opportunity to meet with Indiana Bariatric Doctors and ask questions about bariatric surgery costs, bariatric surgery financing, Indiana Hospitals and Indianapolis Bariatric Surgeons.
We know how important it is to feel comfortable, and since you will not be taking this journey alone, we encourage you to bring as many family members and friends along as you need. We can't wait to meet them, and you!
The next FREE informational session will be held on Thursday, January 22 at 6:30 p.m. You can RSVP by clicking on the picture at the top right of this page or by calling 317-275-7010 or toll free at 877-275-2555.
Are you considering weight loss surgery, but have questions about what to expect in the hours and days afterward? Then check out this video produced by Clarian Bariatrics to hear Dr. Samer Mattar offer a brief synopsis of what to expect immediately after surgery.
If you have any other questions about bariatric surgery costs, causes of obesity, Indiana Hospitals or bariatric weight loss, do not hesitate to ask!
Isn’t it sad that we have to think of taxing food to get people to change their behaviors! I am so proud to be working with a program that promotes healthy living and lifestyle changes. Many of us know what we need to do to make healthier choices but we sometimes need someone else to hold us accountable or get us motivated to make the changes. Clarian Bariatrics team is ready and willing to help you or your loved one start that journey to reach your weight loss goals in a positive rewarding manner. Give us a try!
Business Week reports on the increasing drive among legislators to tax unhealthy food items, noting that “New York Governor David Paterson is the most serious of all, proposing in his 2009 state budget that an 18% sales tax be levied on non-diet soda and sugary juice drinks. Such a tax, he says, would raise $404 million in the fiscal year starting in April, and $539 million in the year after that -- all to be earmarked for obesity-fighting public health programs.”
Businessweek paints the measure as radical, but adds that the “concept of a so-called obesity tax is slowly gaining support, floated by such disparate public figures as British Conservative Party leader David Cameron, San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom, French tax authorities, and politicians in regions of Canada, Australia, and Ireland.”
Click here to read full text of the article. Do you have a question about bariatric surgery costs, causes of obesity, Indiana Hospitals, Bariatric Weight Loss or Weight Loss Surgery? Then leave me a comment!
The Internet really does make the world smaller. Recently, we were contacted via our general mailbox at Clarian Bariatrics by an individual from FastFoodNation, a public health Web site in the United Kingdom that aims to educate the public on the dangers of eating too much fast food.
The site features practical information and tips in an easy to read format that is relatable whether you are in the U.S. or the U.K. Sue, the individual who sent the e-mail, was very complimentary of our Web site and we thought we would return the favor by directing you to their site.
Hey, it may even get you motivated to take a trip overseas!
In the meantime, if you have any questions about bariatric surgery costs, causes of obesity, Indiana Hospitals, bariatric weight loss or weight loss surgery, please do not hesitate to ask.
Just a reminder that Clarian Bariatrics will be hosting its first FREE informational seminar at Clarian Health Cicero on Thursday, January 8 at 6:30 p.m.
These seminars are your opportunity to ask questions of Indiana bariatric surgeons and other Indiana bariatric patients about bariatric surgery costs, causes of obesity and bariatric weight loss. Plus, we encourage you to bring family and friends as your weight loss journey is one that will not be taken alone.
Clarian Health Cicero is located at 1160 South Peru Street, S.R. 19, Cicero, IN. Additionally, we hold informational sessions at the Clarian Bariatrics clinic located at 6625 Network Way, Suite 100, Indianapolis on Thursdays and Satudays throughout the year.
Please RSVP for a seminar by visiting this Web site. If you have additional questions, please call 317-275-7010 or toll free at 877-275-2555 or by e-mail at bariatric@clarian.org.
Happy New Year! I just wanted to follow-up with the second part of my "Solutions for Maladaptive Eating" post from last week. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about bariatric weight loss or after weight loss surgery maintenance.
Solutions: How to prevent maladaptive eating?
Have a routine!
“Don’t buy it” and “Don’t bring it in the house.”
Healthy eating is for the entire family– variety or foods from all food groups(long term) and potion control, avoiding deep fried foods, eliminating or changing the type of foods you eat.
Don’t eat fast – best way to prevent over stuffing the pouch.
Chew!
The lap band is a tool. It will help adapt to new methods of eating but you must make changes and practice these skills at every meal:
Create a routine
Slow down and chew.
Portion control – limit to 1 to 1 ½ cups per meal
Always have a food source with fiber at every meal. e.g. vegetables at lunch and dinner and fruit at breakfast.
Understanding that a little hunger is okay. If you are “starving,” ask yourself if you are following all of the rules?! Develop a new relationship with food.
Follow all of rules no matter how inconvenient. Practicing positive behaviors and changing the old behaviors is the only way to have success with weight loss surgery regardless at which Indiana hospitals the procedure performed.
Have you had a chance to view the John Barnes commercial on the blog or have you caught it on TV? If so, I'm curious to hear what you think about John's weight loss surgery journey and his struggles to get healthy.
Leave me a comment below and let me know what you think or ask me a question about bariatric surgery costs, causes of obesity or Indiana Hospitals. I am here to help you reach your goals!
chemistry at Miami University of Ohio and then graduated from the Indiana University School of Medicine in 1994. During medical school he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Society for Academic Honors. He completed his general surgery residency at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Ditslear is on the teaching staff for the Indiana University General Surgery Residency Program. He is married and the father of four children. Dr. Ditslear's honors include Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, E.B. Rinker Scholastic Scholarship, Certification for Research Program in Academic Medicine and Golden Key Honor Society. He is an Associate Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Medical Association, Indiana State Medical Association and Indianapolis Medical Society.
conducted on this subject, but it is interesting none the less. Personally, I think this AD-36 virus could be a contributing factor to obesity, but should not be singled out as "the" cause. 
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