Posted - May 9, 2025
Choosing a Bariatric Surgeon and What to Expect from Dr. Ayoola
Dr. Folahan Ayoola is a board-certified bariatric surgeon with fellowship training in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery. As the founder and Medical Director of Weight Loss Specialists of North Texas, he brings over 15 years of experience to his practice, emphasizing a patient-centered approach known as "The Dr. A Way." This philosophy focuses on treating patients with respect, building genuine relationships, and providing compassionate care that gets results. Learn More
Posted - April 22, 2025
Life After 575 Pounds: A Bariatric Surgery Success Story with Dr. Ayoola
As Mark recalls, “I met with other doctors, but none of them saw me the way Dr. Ayoola did. He looked at me like a person first, not just a number on a chart. He spoke to the life I was missing, and reassured me that change was possible.” It was that connection that made all the difference for Mark. He knew he’d found his doctor. Learn More
Posted - April 2, 2025
Understanding the Costs of Obesity and Bariatric Surgery: A Financial and Health Perspective
Obesity and its related costs add up over time, making weight loss interventions not just a health decision but a financial one as well. While bariatric surgery requires commitment and lifestyle changes, it is a tool that can lead to long-term savings and a better way of life. If you are considering weight loss surgery, consult with a medical professional and explore your insurance coverage to understand your financial obligations and potential benefits. Learn More
Posted - March 6, 2025
NO MAGIC PILL – Supplementing Bariatric Surgery with Weight Loss Medications and Lifestyle Strategies
Bariatric surgery is an incredible tool, but long-term success requires an ongoing commitment to lifestyle changes, and sometimes, additional medical support. As a bariatric surgery clinic, our goal is to provide patients with the most effective, evidence-based strategies for weight loss and metabolic health. Whether through surgery, medication, or a combination of both, the ultimate objective is to empower our patients to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives because we know that everybody is somebody’s somebody. We invite you to experience our approach to weight loss - No blame, No shame. Just compassionate care that gets results. Learn More
Posted - February 3, 2025
How Bariatric Surgery Gave Dee a New Lease on Life
As Dee recounts, “Before surgery, I was resigned to a life of increasing limitations. My weight was impacting my health and mobility. I avoided going to the doctor out of fear of confirmation that my body was breaking down under the strain. Standing for just a few moments was painful, and walking any significant distance felt impossible.”
Emotionally, she felt trapped. Grief from losing her parents, guilt over her weight and shame about how others might perceive her kept me from living her life. Dee hid from the world and avoided cameras, unable and unwilling to face what she had become.
Despite trying every diet, exercise regimen and weight loss solution imaginable, she couldn’t keep the weight off. Her metabolism was failing and she began to see signs of obesity-related health conditions. It was at this point, Dee knew something had to change. Learn More
Posted - January 9, 2025
Not Sure How to Incorporate Fitness and Exercise Into Your Life After Weight Loss Surgery? Follow These 10 Steps.
After weight loss surgery, your body is still healing, so it's important to ease into exercise. Begin with low-impact activities like walking, gentle stretching, or swimming. These activities are easy on your joints and can help build stamina. Aim for 10 to 15 minutes a day, and gradually increase the duration and intensity as your strength improves and your surgeon clears you for more vigorous exercise. Learn More
Posted - December 10, 2024
Lessons I’ve Learned from Working with Bariatric Surgery Patients
Working with bariatric patients has shown me that their journey is one of resilience, transformation, and courage. It’s about much more than weight loss—it’s about reclaiming health, confidence, and self-worth. For anyone considering weight loss surgery or supporting someone on this path, remember: it’s a deeply personal process, and success comes from understanding both the challenges and the triumphs along the way. From a provider perspective, we do right by our patients when we meet them where they are. That’s why at Weight Loss Specialists of North Texas, we offer compassionate care, without blame and without shame. As Dr. Ayoola likes to say, “If obesity is part of your story, you don’t have to hide. You can lose the weight, regain your health, improve your quality of life and feel great about yourself.” Learn More
Posted - November 7, 2024
Understanding BMI and How it Determines Obesity Treatment Options
BMI serves as a valuable tool for categorizing weight status and guiding initial treatment decisions, but it is not the only factor in obesity management. Medications are typically suitable for individuals with a BMI of 27 - 35, but the individual’s weight loss goal needs to be considered. Surgery is generally reserved for those with a BMI of 35 or higher and serious health issues, or for individuals with a BMI of 40 or more. Each treatment plan must be personalized, factoring in the patient’s health status, previous efforts to lose weight, and their readiness for potential lifelong changes. Learn More
Posted - October 9, 2024
How Brandy Got Her Life Back
After watching her mother die at just 52 years old (she weighed over 600 pounds), Brandy could see she was headed for the exact same fate, “I was following the same path, with a heart doctor telling me I wouldn’t live past my 40s if I didn’t take drastic action. I had lost mobility, was on the brink of being bedridden and suffered from type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, neuropathy, and heart problems.” For Brandy, the choice was clear - lose weight or die. She decided that her only hope was weight loss surgery. Learn More
Posted - September 9, 2024
A Deep Dive into GLP-1
Yes, bariatric surgery can boost your body’s production of GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), a hormone that plays a key role in regulating blood sugar and appetite. After certain types of bariatric surgery, especially Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) and sleeve gastrectomy, levels of GLP-1 tend to increase significantly. This rise in GLP-1 is thought to contribute to the weight loss and improved blood sugar control seen after surgery. Learn More
