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Dr. Nusha Nouhi, PHD is a psychologist in Covina, CA specializing in psychology.
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Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)
Bariatric or weight-loss surgery is a surgical procedure performed to help significantly obese patients lose weight when more traditional methods, such as dieting and exercise, have not helped. Depending on the type, these surgeries change the gastrointestinal tract to limit how much food can be eaten and also change how food is absorbed by the body. Of the various bariatric surgeries available, the most common is gastric bypass.
By far the most common of the gastric bypass surgeries is called Roux-en-Y. During this surgery, part of the stomach and small intestine are detached from the gastrointestinal tract, in order to make the tract smaller. The surgeon divides the stomach into two parts. The working stomach, at the end of the esophagus, is now tiny - only the size of a walnut. This makes patients feel full after eating a small amount of food. Then the small intestine is also divided, and after bypassing a section of the small intestine to reduce food absorption, the intestine is attached to the small stomach pouch. The patient now has a working stomach and intestine like before, only much smaller.
Because gastric bypass is used to treat extreme obesity, it can reduce the risk of some of the problems associated with obesity. Gastric bypass can help treat or reduce the risk for such conditions as heart disease, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and type 2 diabetes. However, it is a major surgery and also carries risks itself. Any surgery can lead to infection, bleeding, or blood clots, and weight loss surgery in particular carries risks of leaks in the gastrointestinal system, malnutrition, bowel obstructions, and vomiting.
Typically patients are considered candidates for gastric bypass surgery if they have a BMI greater than 40, or sometimes if they have a BMI between 35 and 40 but are suffering from obesity-related illnesses such as diabetes. The outlook is generally good, with most patients losing between 50-75% of their excess weight in 1-2 years. However, patients must follow strict diet guidelines so that the stomach can heal, starting with no food at all, then followed by a liquid diet for some time. For many severely obese patients who have tried strict diets before without success, gastric bypass surgery is the tool that allows them to finally achieve their weight loss and health goals.
She has a state license in California.
Licensed In: California
Dr. Nusha Nouhi, PHD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna.
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Dr. Nusha Nouhi, PHD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Nusha Nouhi, PHD from all over the web to help you find the right in Covina, CA.
Dr. Nouhi at Marina Health of California has been an incredible support as I manage type 1 diabetes and transition into retirement. She truly understands the challenges that come with both chronic illness and big life shifts. I’ve found our sessions incredibly grounding—especially since she offers morning appointments, which help me start my day focused and centered. She only starts the session clock when she logs in, so I never feel rushed, and I’ve seen how she builds in time if someone before me needs a little extra support. That kind of care and flexibility is rare, and it’s made all the difference for me.
Dr. Nusha Nouhi's area of specialization is psychology. In addition to English, she speaks Persian. Dr. Nouhi's areas of expertise include diabetes, cancer, and post bariatric surgery. She appears to accept Aetna insurance. Dr. Nouhi welcomes new patients at her office in as reported by DocSpot.
