Reflux after bariatric surgery is often treated as “just a side effect,” but for many people it impacts daily life and long-term health. In this in-depth chat, Damo and Dr Craig Taylor explore how reflux develops, why medications may only mask symptoms, and the structural factors that need proper investigation and care.

Learn about the different reflux patterns, diagnostic tests like endoscopy and pH manometry, and what options exist — from lifestyle changes to hernia repairs and revision surgery — to truly address the root cause.

Bariatric surgery transforms more than your body weight — it reshapes how you move, feel, and navigate healthcare. In this episode of The Bari Chronicles, physiotherapist and bariatric care consultant Nadia shares practical strategies to rebuild strength, manage pain, and reconnect with your body after surgery. From advocating for your needs in clinical settings to avoiding “gung-ho” workout injuries, Nadia’s insights empower you to move with confidence, not fear.

✨ “I thought a number would make me happy. I was wrong.”

After my Lapband failed — twice — I swore I would never consider weight loss surgery again. The trauma, the fear, the heartbreak of regaining weight…it all left me terrified of ever trying.

But then I watched my brother and sister take the leap. Their courage forced me to confront my own health and the promise I once made to myself: if I ever chose surgery again, I would go in with my eyes wide open.

This is where my story begins.

👉 Read Part One of I Thought a Number Would Make Me Happy now.

Three days after weight loss surgery, I caught COVID.
Within weeks, I was vomiting blood, losing control of my bowels, and so weak I could barely move.
Hospitals turned me away.
When my surgeon finally saw me, a scan revealed the truth

From 168kg to climbing Mt Fuji! 🌟 Read Shanai's incredible transformation story and how weight loss surgery changed her life.

Discover how Jade transformed her life with gastric bypass surgery, overcoming PCOS and pre-diabetes. From battling weight gain to embracing a healthier, more energetic lifestyle, Jade shares her preparation, challenges, and triumphs. Learn about her new diet, the support systems that helped her, and the unexpected benefits she experienced. Join Jade as she reveals how she found happiness, confidence, and a renewed zest for life. Ready to be inspired? Read her full story now!