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Dr. Jay Snow Named a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor

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Dr. Jay Snow, Castle Connolly Top Doctors 2026

Dr. Jay Michael Snow of St. Louis Bariatrics has been named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 2026. This national honor recognizes physicians for clinical excellence. Dr. Snow earned it through peer nomination and a…

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Weight Loss Medication in St. Louis: Why Your Provider Matters

Posted In: Weight Loss
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If you are searching for weight loss medication in St. Louis, you have more choices than ever. You can find an online company that promises a quick prescription. You can order medication through a telehealth…

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Retatrutide for Weight Loss: What Patients Need to Know About FDA Approval, Compounded Versions and Safety

Posted In: Weight Loss
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If you've been researching the newest weight loss medications, you've probably heard about retatrutide. Retatrutide is generating significant attention because clinical trials have shown substantial weight loss, and it is being studied as a potential…

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Tirzepatide vs. Semaglutide vs. Retatrutide: Which Weight Loss Medication Is Right for You?

Posted In: Weight Loss
Person holding several weekly GLP-1 weight loss injection pens.

If you've been comparing weight loss injections, you've likely run into three names: semaglutide, tirzepatide, and now retatrutide. All three belong to the same family of medications that mimic gut hormones to control appetite and…

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The “Weight Loss Shot”: Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro & Zepbound Explained

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If you've been researching medical weight loss, you've probably heard patients and friends talk about "the shot" — a once-weekly injection that's changed the way doctors treat obesity. But "the weight loss shot" isn't one…

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Gastric Sleeve vs. Gastric Bypass: How to Choose What’s Right for You

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If you've been researching weight loss surgery, you've probably asked yourself: "Should I choose gastric sleeve or gastric bypass?" It's one of the most common questions patients ask during their consultation at St. Louis Bariatrics.…

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Your Fall Guide to Healthy Living in St. Louis

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Fall in St. Louis is a great time to get outside, enjoy seasonal foods, spend time with family and friends, and refocus on your health and wellness goals. At St. Louis Bariatrics, we know that…

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Does insurance cover GLP-1 weight loss medications?

Posted In: Weight Loss
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One of the first questions patients ask when considering weight loss medications is simple: “Will my insurance cover this?” For medications like Wegovy and Zepbound, the answer is often: it depends. At St. Louis Bariatrics,…

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A Fresh Start for Weight Loss This Spring

Quick Summary This guide helps you use the spring season to restart your weight loss with practical, seasonal strategies. Here is what you will find inside. Spring's longer days and warmer weather make outdoor activity…

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The Complete Guide to Weight Loss Options

Posted In: Weight Loss
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Quick Summary This guide compares GLP-1 medications, medical weight loss, and bariatric surgery so you can make an informed decision. Here is what you will find inside. Obesity is a chronic disease influenced by genetics,…

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