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Pfizer’s Oral Diabetes Drug Could Freshly Join the Lineup of Sought-After Drugs for Weight Loss

Posted By Dr. Alexander Shapsis

Pfizer Weight Loss Drug in Brooklyn NY Area

In the news today, many patients are learning about certain Type 2 diabetes medications that can be used for those without diabetes to aid in weight loss. Patients who are obese are often fighting many coexisting medical conditions that are a result of excess weight on the body. Weight loss can be challenging for many, so by considering certain diabetes drugs such as Ozempic, patients have a fighting chance at getting their bodies to a healthier weight. However, patients considering injectables such as Ozempic and Wegovy may reconsider if they fear needles, as these medications are injected and not taken … Continue reading

What are the primary health risks of prolonged stress levels?

Posted By Dr. Alexander Shapsis

Health Risks of Stress Brooklyn NY Area

While stress is inevitable, there are many reasons why patients should take great care to control it and keep it in check. Our Board-Certified gastroenterologist, Dr. Alexander Shapsis, of Atlantic Gastroenterology of Brooklyn, New York, can educate patients on stress hormone imbalances and how cortisol and the body’s natural stress response can cause weight gain. The production of cortisol is just one of the many health risks of stress. What is cortisol? Cortisol is best described as a hormone produced by your adrenal glands and is best known as the primary stress hormone. When stressful situations occur, the body increases … Continue reading

A Look At The Long Term Effects of Ozempic and Wegovy

Posted By Dr. Alexander Shapsis

Ozempic and Wegovy in Brooklyn NY Area

Medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have proven to be highly effective in promoting weight loss and treating diabetes. But what many Brooklyn, New York residents who visit Dr. Alexander Shapsis at Atlantic Gastroenterology may not realize is that the long-term effects of these medications rely on you staying on them. Semaglutide is the active ingredient in both Ozempic and Wegovy. It is being hailed by many as a miracle drug in the battle against obesity. However, the long-term outlook entirely relies on how long you stay on the medication. As long as you are on it and are following your … Continue reading

Why a Gastroenterologist Should Treat Obesity

Posted By Dr. Alexander Shapsis

Treat Obesity With Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists in Brooklyn Area

When you think of managing your weight, you may think it’s time to turn to an improved diet or a personal trainer at your local gym. But did you know that your gastroenterologist can help? Dr. Alexander Shapsis, a Board-Certified gastroenterologist at Atlantic Gastroenterology and founder of EndoSlim Clinic in Brooklyn, New York, encourages you to consider treating obesity under the care of a gastroenterologist and hepatologist (GIH). With their professional help, you can see the changes needed to achieve a healthier body and lifestyle while improving self-confidence and self-esteem. 10 Reasons Why a Gastroenterologist Should Treat Obesity When you … Continue reading

Following global trends in obesity and learning how it can impact one’s health

Posted By Dr. Alexander Shapsis

Impact of Obesity in Brooklyn NY Area

Many adults deal their entire life with an unhealthy diet and a process of weight gain and weight loss. Fad dieting has created the “yo-yo dieting” effect, causing both men and women to bounce around their ideal weight often within their lifetime. This can be caused by an unhealthy diet and short-term weight loss that does not nurture a healthy lifestyle long-term. Dr. Alexander Shapsis of Atlantic Gastroenterology, Brooklyn, New York, is a Board-Certified gastroenterologist who knows firsthand the effect obesity and weight gain can have on one’s health. The negative effects of obesity  Dr. Alexander Shapsis and his team at … Continue reading

How personalized medicine may be used to treat obesity and sustain weight loss successfully

Posted By Dr. Alexander Shapsis

Phenotype-based Antiobesity Medication Selection in Brooklyn Area

Personalized or targeted medicine is transforming how we treat conditions like obesity. Our Board-Certified gastroenterologist at Atlantic Gastroenterology, Dr. Alexander Shapsis, stays on top of the latest research to benefit patients with persistent weight loss challenges in Brooklyn and greater New York City. Notably, research partly supported by the Mayo Clinic and featured in the April 2021 issue of the journal Obesity suggests strides in:  How nuances among patients with obesity are identified  How those nuances are accounted for in the selection of antiobesity medication  Eighty-five percent of the initial 450 study participants were classified into “subgroups” and subject to … Continue reading

How a sedentary lifestyle impacts your overall health and wellness

Posted By Dr. Alexander Shapsis

Sedentary Lifestyle in Brooklyn NY Area

Did you know that according to the Obesity Medicine Association, a sedentary lifestyle, including physical inactivity and prolonged sitting, can lead to chronic disease and premature death? Dr. Alexander Shapsis, our Board-Certified gastroenterologist at Atlantic Gastroenterology of Brooklyn, New York, encourages his patients to be aware of their body mass index (BMI) and weight levels as they can significantly increase one’s risk of a host of chronic illnesses and complications. What are the dangers of sitting for prolonged periods? Many patients who visit Atlantic Gastroenterology have questions about how their sedentary lifestyle impacts their overall health. Adult men and women … Continue reading

EndoSlim: Shed weight, gain a new lease on life with safe bariatric surgery alternative

Posted By Dr. Alexander Shapsis

Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty in Brooklyn NY Area

A Board-Certified gastroenterologist, Dr. Alexander Shapsis of Atlantic Gastroenterology, is on the leading edge of minimally-invasive interventions to support safe and effective weight loss. Dr. Shapsis may recommend EndoSlim as a low-risk alternative to Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy from his state-of-the-art clinic in Brooklyn, New York.  EndoSlim Also known as EndoSlim or the “accordion procedure,” ESG is a minimally-invasive technique involving a device equipped with a flexible tube (endoscope) and stitching or suturing capabilities to reduce the stomach size. The stomach walls are sutured to achieve a smaller, tubular gastric reservoir or structure. ESG is in contrast to LSG, a bariatric procedure that involves … Continue reading

Irritable Bowel Syndrome / IBS

Posted By Julie Litvak

Irritable bowel syndrome in Brooklyn NY Area

“Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food,” this famous Hippocrates quote dates back to 400 BC. While since then, the birth of modern medicine has outdated the practices of those times, this particular quote (and many others) from the man known as the father of medicine still holds strong and true today. What we eat and the decisions we make about what to put into our bodies make all the difference. For many, that difference translates to the quality of life and resolution of symptoms. When it comes to irritable bowel syndrome or IBS, the standard of … Continue reading

Research connects the dots between depressive symptoms and “gut” bacteria; it holds promise for better treatments

Posted By Dr. Alexander Shapsis

Human Gut Microbiome in Brooklyn NY Area

When Atlantic Gastroenterology supports “gut” health, we are also doing our part to protect the mental and emotional health of our patients in Brooklyn, New York City, and the greater Tri-State Area.  A study published in the online edition of Nature December 6, 2022, represents significant strides in connecting the dots between the human gut microbiome and risk factors for mood disorders, including depression. “Microbiome” refers to bacteria, viruses, and fungi, while “gut” refers to the digestive tract. As a board-certified gastroenterologist, our own Dr. Alexander Shapsis specializes in preventing, diagnosing, managing, and treating conditions associated with the GI tract … Continue reading


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