Jeremy Korman, MD

Jeremy Korman, MD Jeremy Korman, M.D., is the Medical Director for the Marina Weight Loss Center.

A leading weight loss surgeon, Dr. Korman has successfully performed over 2,000 weight loss procedures on patients from all over the United States.

Metabolism slowing down isn’t the cause of the weight gain creep. What changes is how much we move, lift, sleep, and eat...
08/25/2026

Metabolism slowing down isn’t the cause of the weight gain creep. What changes is how much we move, lift, sleep, and eat. Small shifts, real results. 💪

If you've had weight loss surgery, you've probably heard it. And if you've heard it, you know exactly how wrong it is.Th...
07/09/2026

If you've had weight loss surgery, you've probably heard it. And if you've heard it, you know exactly how wrong it is.

The truth? Bariatric surgery requires extensive evaluation, a complete restructuring of how you eat, lifelong nutritional commitment, and sustained lifestyle change. Science classifies obesity as a chronic disease — and surgery is its most effective treatment.
We wrote about it. Link in bio. 👆

Summer is full of BBQs, vacations, and holiday weekends — and for bariatric patients, it can also be one of the hardest ...
07/08/2026

Summer is full of BBQs, vacations, and holiday weekends — and for bariatric patients, it can also be one of the hardest seasons to stay on track. The good news? With the right game plan, you don't have to choose between enjoying yourself and protecting your progress. Our July blog breaks down exactly how to navigate it all. Link in bio. ☀️🍗

Ozempic or surgery — which one actually works better? The research might surprise you. A 2025 head-to-head study of 51,0...
06/18/2026

Ozempic or surgery — which one actually works better? The research might surprise you. A 2025 head-to-head study of 51,000 patients found bariatric surgery produced five times more weight loss than GLP-1 medications over two years. But here's the nuance no one's talking about: they're not always competitors. For some patients, using both strategically produces the best outcomes. Link in bio for the news. 👆

Men represent nearly 40% of obesity cases in the U.S. — but only 20% of bariatric surgery patients. This month's newslet...
06/18/2026

Men represent nearly 40% of obesity cases in the U.S. — but only 20% of bariatric surgery patients. This month's newsletter dives into why men are far less likely to seek treatment, why obesity tends to hit them harder, and what's finally helping them take that first step. If you know someone who's been putting it off, this one's worth sharing. 👇

Many patients taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy say they notice something unexpected: less interest in al...
05/20/2026

Many patients taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy say they notice something unexpected: less interest in alcohol.

Now, new research suggests there may be a reason why.

A recent study found that semaglutide may help reduce alcohol cravings, lower the number of drinks people consume, and decrease heavy drinking days in adults with alcohol use disorder (AUD). In fact, by the final month of treatment, nearly 40% of participants taking semaglutide reported zero heavy drinking days.

While more research is still needed, these findings add to growing evidence that GLP-1 medications may do more than support weight loss — they may also affect the brain’s reward system and help reduce cravings beyond food.

For bariatric and GLP-1 patients, this is an exciting area of research that may reshape how we think about cravings, habits, and long-term health.

Strength training is changing the way many women think about exercise — and the scale is no longer the only measure of p...
05/19/2026

Strength training is changing the way many women think about exercise — and the scale is no longer the only measure of progress.

More women are turning to weightlifting not just to lose weight, but to build strength, improve confidence, boost mood, and feel more at home in their bodies. For many, lifting becomes less about getting smaller and more about becoming stronger.

That mindset can be especially powerful for bariatric and GLP-1 patients. Strength training helps preserve muscle, support metabolism, improve mobility, and shift the focus away from the scale and toward long-term health.

The goal isn’t just weight loss. It’s building a body that feels strong, capable, and healthy.

GLP-1 vs. dual-hormone weight loss meds—what’s the real difference? A new study comparing Zepbound / Mounjaro and Wegovy...
04/29/2026

GLP-1 vs. dual-hormone weight loss meds—what’s the real difference?

A new study comparing Zepbound / Mounjaro and Wegovy / Ozempic followed over 41,000 patients—and the results are getting a lot of attention.

Consistency > timing. 👏If you’ve been trying to “fit in” workouts whenever you can… that might actually be working again...
04/29/2026

Consistency > timing. 👏
If you’ve been trying to “fit in” workouts whenever you can… that might actually be working against you.

Research shows the people who stay active long-term (and keep weight off) aren’t necessarily working out at the best time of day—they’re working out at the same time most days.

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