I have to Thank Dr Abkin as I’ve reached my 10 Year Surgiversary and I am so thankful for all he has done for me. When I think back 10 years ago and how sick I was, it’s all sad thoughts. I was in pain every day and wasn’t able to do my work anymore. […]
Dr. Alexander Abkin was voted NJ TOP DOCS in Bariatric Surgery by New Jersey Monthly Magazine for a 8th Consecutive Year! (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014) Dr. Alexander Abkin and his practice are dedicated to minimally invasive weight loss surgery and medical weight loss management. Dr. Abkin’s philosophy is that bariatric […]
In 2003, the New England Journal of Medicine published the results of a study that included more than 900,000 American adults. Researchers followed the healthy study participants for 16 years, and found the heaviest participants were more likely to develop and die from cancer than participants who were at a healthy weight. Source: http://www.cnn.com/2014/10/01/health/obesity-cancer-asco/index.html
People who avoid carbohydrates and eat more fat, even saturated fat, lose more body fat and have fewer cardiovascular risks than people who follow the low-fat diet that health authorities have favored for decades, a major new study shows. The findings are unlikely to be the final salvo in what has been a long and […]
Facility meets all criteria as a Level 1 Center according to quality standards established by American College of Surgeons Bariatric Surgery Center Network Program Edison, NJ – April 15, 2014 – The bariatric surgery center at JFK Medical Center has been accredited as a Level 1 facility under the Bariatric Surgery Center Network (BSCN) Accreditation […]
Major news media including USA Today, Reuters, LA Times and CBS News are today covering a new study from Cleveland Clinic that shows bariatric surgery is a highly effective and durable treatment for type 2 diabetes in patients with moderate and severe obesity, enabling nearly all surgical patients to be free of insulin and many […]
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery restored normal regulation of the appetite hormone ghrelin, an analysis of the STAMPEDE trial found. In addition, bypass patients lost more belly fat and had improved insulin secretion compared with patients who had sleeve gastrectomy, even though their total weight loss was the same, according toSangeeta R. Kashyap, MD, of the […]
Maintaining a healthy body weight is essential for reducing the risk of heart disease, according to a new study from Denmark. This is true even for people who don’t have metabolic syndrome (MetS), a group of risk factors for heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Full story: http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/11/13/healthy-obese-people-still-at-increased-risk-heart-attack-study-shows/
Dr. Alexander Abkin and his practice are dedicated to minimally invasive weight loss surgery and medical weight loss management. Dr. Abkin’s philosophy is that bariatric surgery is a highly successful way to resolve diabetes and other life-threatening medical problems found in morbidly obese patients. In the past 15 years he has performed more than 6,500 […]
Publication of a new, albeit retrospective, study has shown that almost a third of obese patients with type 2 diabetes undergoing gastric bypass were effectively “cured” of their diabetes, being in complete remission as per the strictest definition possible that was maintained for 6 years after the surgery. Read the full story here.
“I have been a patient of Dr. Abkin for over 3 years, since 2020. I’ve lost 85 pounds and will be forever grateful for this life changing experience. Every staff member genuinely cares in the ease and success of your journey. They leave no stone unturned. Dr. Abkin is a master at his craft and truly makes you feel comfortable with process. I’ve never felt more confident in my own skin! I will continue to refer anyone struggling with weight loss and health issues to his office. It’s a second chance at a new life!”
“Dr. Abkin’s expertise in performing my gastric sleeve surgery in 2022 was truly remarkable. From our first consultation to post-op follow-ups, he demonstrated genuine care and professionalism. The procedure went flawlessly, and I felt well-informed and confident throughout. Thanks to Dr. Abkin’s skill and guidance, I’ve achieved significant weight loss and improved health. Grateful for his exceptional care on this transformative journey.”
“After undergoing gastric sleeve surgery, I am amazed by the positive impact it has had on my life. The procedure was smooth, and the medical team was extremely supportive throughout the process. I’ve experienced significant weight loss and newfound energy. My confidence has soared, and I’m enjoying a healthier lifestyle. Grateful for this life-changing surgery.”
“Today, at the age of 45, I can confidently say that I am in the best shape of my life. I feel great, and my depression is a thing of the past. I have found purpose once again. And now, I am eager to share my story with all of you. Dr. Abkin and Dr. Jawed, you have saved my life! You have given my wife her husband back, and my children have their father again!”
“Enormously thankful to Dr. Abkin for changing my life! Lost over 150 lbs after having sleeve surgery in 2019. His expertise and support made my transformation possible. Forever grateful!”
“Dr. Abkin was so friendly and explained each procedure thoroughly. I never felt forced or not heard, which really made me feel very comfortable with going forward with the surgery. Well a year later and I’m reflux free and still losing weight and extremely happy with all my services from him and his staff! I have referred him several times to my friends and co workers and will keep referring him!”