Michael Dyess, PhD, RN

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About Michael Dyess

Michael Dyess currently serves as the Vice President of Clinical Operations and Clinical Affairs at Medtimo. He brings over 30 years of executive leadership experience across both clinical research and commercial healthcare domain. Throughout his career, he has focused on the development, evaluation, and adoption of innovative medical technologies, bringing expertise in device-based therapies and procedural interventions.

Mr. Dyess's expertise lies in clinical trial strategy and execution, including protocol development, investigator engagement, and the alignment of clinical programs with regulatory and reimbursement pathways. Over the years, he has worked closely with physicians, healthcare systems, and industry stakeholders to turn clinical evidence into practical and scalable solutions that support both improved patient outcomes and successful market adoption.

He has played a key role in bridging the gap between clinical innovation and real-world implementation. This helped in supporting the integration of new technologies into clinical practice through evidence-based program development, physician education, and strategic clinical guidance. He has built deep expertise in clinical operations, clinical affairs, reimbursement strategy, and commercialization, with a consistent emphasis on aligning clinical value with long-term sustainability in healthcare delivery.

Published by Michael

Sleeve Gastrectomy: Benefits, Risks, Recovery & Weight Loss Results

This detailed article teaches us as to how sleeve gastrectomy works, expected weight loss, recovery timeline, benefits, risks, and whether bariatric surgery is right for you. Introduction Sleeve gastrectomy, also known as gastric sleeve surgery, is one of the most commonly performed bariatric procedures worldwide. It helps individuals with obesity achieve significant and sustainable weight […]

Sleeve Bypass: A Proven Approach to Long-Term Weight Loss and Metabolic Health

Introduction Sleeve bypass surgery refers to a group of advanced bariatric procedures that combine the restrictive effects of sleeve gastrectomy with the metabolic benefits of intestinal bypass. Unlike traditional sleeve gastrectomy, which focuses primarily on reducing stomach size, sleeve bypass procedures also alter nutrient flow through the intestine to enhance weight loss and improve obesity-related […]

GLP-1 for Weight Loss: Understanding the Hype, the Science, and Its Place in Modern Obesity Management

Discover how GLP-1 medications are transforming obesity management, their benefits and limitations, and how they compare with bariatric interventions such as gastric banding and sleeve gastrectomy. An evidence-based guide to sustainable weight loss. What if weight loss was not simply about eating less and exercising more? For decades, obesity was viewed primarily as a lifestyle […]

Making lifestyle changes after bariatric surgery

With the rise of fad diets, alternative medicines, and unusual exercise routines that seem too good to be true, it can be difficult to separate weight loss fact from fiction. Believe it or not, there are some easy lifestyle changes to help you lose weight and keep it off. The easiest changes that help people […]

The importance of weight-loss support

One of the least-discussed keys to weight loss is support. Lap-Band® patients find support from a variety of sources, but none are more important than that which they receive from their team. Before discussing how the Lap-Band Program uniquely offers support, you should first know what comprises weight-loss support and what makes it so important […]

The problem with skipping meals for weight loss

Intermittent fasting is undoubtedly the newest trend in dieting and nutrition. While skipping a meal isn’t detrimental to your health, those trying to lose weight need to be aware of the dangers of skipping meals. While skipping meals and fasting intermittently can be good for your body, it can be detrimental if you alter your […]