Longstreet Clinic and Dr. Eric Velazquez are pleased to announce an exclusive, limited time self-pay promotion for Sleeve Gastrectomy. Patients who schedule their initial consultation from now until February 1, 2026, with Dr. Velazquez can take advantage of this limited-time offer and get this life-changing procedure for $10,534. “We understand that medical expenses can be […]
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Resolutions – How to Keep Them Going and Ensure Success!
Remember back when the ball was dropping on 2026 and you were determined that this – THIS – was the year that you were going to take control of your health AND your weight? At the risk of being a Debbie Downer, how’s that self-pledge going? The truth is that very few people keep their […]
Read MoreNo Magic Little Pill: GLP1’s vs. Bariatric Surgery
When it comes to weight loss solutions, much of the conversation is now dominated by GLP-1 medications – so much so that you may think they are the best, easiest and only solution for obesity. However, it is important to remember that there are no one-size-fits-all weight loss solutions. In fact, the trusted providers at […]
Read MoreHealthy Holiday Tips
The Holidays are here. It’s time for that celebratory marathon that goes from Thanksgiving to New Years and includes so many parties and gatherings in between. It’s this exact time of year when many people give up on their weight loss journey. And it’s hard to blame anyone when there are so many opportunities for […]
Read MoreTailgates Can Be Fun — and Healthy
As we wind our way into fall, there’s nothing quite so enjoyable as a weekend spent with friends and family – with a little football thrown in. Tailgating is one of the great pastimes that we enjoy in these parts, whether it be on Friday, Saturday, Sunday (really any day of the week). And the […]
Read MoreYour Weight Loss Partner for Life
Life can throw a lot at you. Change is inevitable–from childhood to senior adulthood and everything in between–we all face changes. And during those times, it helps to have support from those who have been there or who have the expertise that will help guide you through the challenges. Over the course of our lives, […]
Read MoreTips for Eating Healthy this Summer
There’s always so much to celebrate during the summer months – from weddings to graduations, plus national holidays – spanning the months from May through September. With parties likely scheduled to accompany the celebrations, and with the days getting longer and offering more of an opportunity to fill up the hours outside of work, here […]
Read MoreGainesville woman finds weight loss success with ESG
For decades, Katie tried everything to lose weight. “Whether it was a diet – like Keto, Weight Watchers, or Jenny Craig – or getting a personal trainer and going to the gym consistently; I was even you name it I went for it,” Katie said. And none of it worked – at least not for […]
Read More7 Ways to Avoid Overindulging this Holiday Season
Fresh, hot, buttered rolls, creamy mashed potatoes, savory homemade dressing, a succulent turkey, all topped off with gravy…Is your mouth watering yet? Well, it’s that time of year, a time when these types of foods fill tables and buffet lines all over the nation, as we come together for the holiday season. If you’re trying […]
Read MoreAccurate testing can make a big difference in quest for weight loss
Many of us have struggled – or will struggle – with excess weight at some point in our lives. In fact, one recent study showed that over 70% of American adults are overweight with, 30.7% listed as overweight and 42.4% labeled obese. The thing is, while you may look at yourself and think, “there’s no […]
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