Rocky Mountain Associated Physicians

01/01/2026

🎉✨ Happy New Year from your Bariatric Team! ✨🎉

Cheers to fresh starts, continued progress, and celebrating every victory—big and small—in the year ahead. We’re excited to keep supporting you every step of the way! 💙

12/25/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from your bariatric team! ✨🎄

We’re so grateful to be part of your journey and to support such an amazing community. Wishing you a holiday season filled with joy, balance, and moments that matter most. Thank you for letting us walk alongside you—we can’t wait to continue cheering you on in the new year! 💙

12/23/2025

Day 7 of our Healthy Holiday Tips is here! 🎉

Follow along each week for bariatric-friendly strategies to help you enjoy the season while staying mindful and confident in your choices.

✨ Tip #7: Use the Bariatric Plate Method for maintenance.
The Bariatric Plate Method helps you enjoy a variety of holiday foods while staying balanced, satisfied, and aligned with your goals. It allows for a little flexibility without losing focus on healthy habits. 🍽️

Here’s a simple guide:

🥩 50% lean protein

🥦 30% non-starchy vegetables

🥔 20% complex carbohydrates

Example holiday meals:
a. 50% beef tenderloin with mushroom sauce, 30% roasted vegetables, 20% roasted potatoes
b. 50% spiral ham, 30% harvest salad, 20% yeast roll
c. 50% herb-crusted leg of lamb, 30% garlic parmesan green beans, 20% smashed potatoes

A balanced plate keeps you full, satisfied, and feeling your best all season long! 💙

12/19/2025

Day 6 of our Healthy Holiday Tips is here! 🎉

Follow along each week for bariatric-friendly strategies to help you enjoy the season while staying mindful and confident in your choices.

✨ Tip #6: Set boundaries.
Not everyone will understand your goals or your new way of eating — and that’s okay. 💛
During the holidays, friends and family may encourage extra helpings or tempting treats. Staying focused on your goals is an important part of your success after surgery.

It can feel uncomfortable at first, but practice politely and firmly saying “no” when needed. Remember, setting boundaries isn’t rude — it’s an act of self-care and commitment to your health. 💪✨

12/12/2025

Day 5 of our Healthy Holiday Tips is here! 🎉

Follow along each week for bariatric-friendly strategies to help you enjoy the season while staying mindful and confident in your choices.

✨ Tip #5: Stick with zero-calorie beverages.
Liquid calories can add up quickly during the holidays — from cocktails and wine to festive drinks like hot chocolate or wassail. These can contribute more sugar and calories than you might expect!

Try enjoying zero-calorie or sugar-free beverages instead. Options like sugar-free cranberry juice or sugar-free hot chocolate made with skim milk can help you stay on track — plus, that little bit of protein from milk is a bonus! 🩵☕

12/05/2025

Day 4 of our Healthy Holiday Tips is here! 🎉

Follow along each week for bariatric-friendly strategies to help you enjoy the season while staying mindful and confident in your choices.

✨ Tip #4: Don’t stand next to the food table.
It’s easy to mindlessly reach for snacks while chatting near the food table — especially when everything looks tempting! Try finding a comfortable spot away from the food to focus on conversations instead of grazing.

If you know you’re prone to nibbling when food is sitting out, try having a sugar-free mint or stick of gum to keep your mouth busy and your mind mindful. 💬🍃

A little awareness goes a long way toward staying in control and feeling your best this season! 💙

12/05/2025

Check out our very own Dr. Paulk in this great KUTV segment on how bariatric surgery can help with Type 2 diabetes remission!

It’s a quick, encouraging reminder that bariatric surgery is more than weight loss — it can truly improve overall health.

Watch here: https://kutv.com/features/fresh-living/bariatric-surgery-offers-hope-as-a-tool-for-diabetes-remission

During National Diabetes Awareness Month, Dr. Nick Paulk shared a key message: for many people with obesity and type 2 diabetes, bariatric surgery can lead to m

12/02/2025

🎄 Holiday eating got you stressed?

Check out this quick read from Dr. McKinlay with 3 simple tips to stay on track this season:

👉 https://utahbariatrics.com/3-tips-for-healthy-holiday-eating/

A little protein, a little planning, and a whole lot of grace go a long way. 💚

We’ve got this, everyone! 🎅✨

By Dr. Rodrick McKinlay, Bariatric Surgeon at RMAP As we step into November, the air turns crisp, gatherings become frequent and familiar scents of holiday favorites start to fill our homes. For many, this time of year brings warmth, family and celebration. It can also bring challenges, especially w...

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

Today is about gratitude — not perfection. 💛

Take time to reflect on how far you’ve come, enjoy the company of loved ones, and practice mindful eating that honors your body and your journey.

We’re so thankful for each and every one of you in our bariatric community!

11/26/2025

Day 3 of our Healthy Holiday Tips is here! 🎉

Follow along each week for bariatric-friendly strategies to help you enjoy the season while staying mindful and confident in your choices.

✨ Tip #3: Practice portion control.
Holiday gatherings often include buffets, potlucks, and endless options — but a few mindful choices can make a big difference! Try serving yourself on a dessert plate instead of a standard dinner plate to help with portion control.

After your first plate, wait at least 30 minutes before going back for seconds. This gives your body time to signal whether you’re truly hungry or comfortably satisfied. 🌟

Enjoy your favorite foods — just in smaller, mindful portions! 💛

11/21/2025

Day 2 of our Healthy Holiday Tips is here! 🎉

Follow along each week for bariatric-friendly strategies to help you enjoy the season while staying mindful and confident in your choices.

✨ Tip #2: Eat consistent, balanced meals and snacks throughout the day.
It can be tempting to “save up” for a big holiday meal — but skipping meals often backfires. Going into an event overly hungry can lead to overeating, poor food choices, and discomfort.

Instead, focus on having balanced meals and protein-rich snacks leading up to your event to help manage hunger and keep your energy steady. Your body (and stomach!) will thank you. 💪🩵

11/17/2025

Do You Believe These Weight Loss Myths?

Check out this great article by our own Dr. Douglas Greer, that busts some super common weight-loss myths.

https://utahbariatrics.com/common-weight-loss-myth-debunked/

What weight-loss myth do you hear most often, and which one bothers you the most? Let’s talk about it!

By Douglas Greer, MD, FASMBS, Bariatric Surgeon at RMAP When it comes to losing weight, misinformation is everywhere. I continually hear bad advice from social media trends to old-fashioned diet […]