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

Lap-Band® vs. Gastric Sleeve: Choosing the Right Path for Long-Term Weight Success

Is Lap-Band® or Gastric Sleeve better for weight loss? Quick Answer Both the Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band (LAGB) and the Gastric Sleeve (LSG) are effective tools for managing severe obesity, but they offer different advantages. Recent clinical reviews indicate that the Lap‑Band remains a safe, effective, and durable option for long-term weight loss, particularly for […]

Obesity Causes: Why do Some People Have Obesity?

Quick Summary: Obesity — A Silent Metabolic Disease Classification of Weight Status and Disease Risks* Weight Status BMI (kg/m²) Disease Risk Underweight <18.5 — Healthy Weight 18.5–24.9 — Overweight 25.0–29.9 Increased Class I Obesity 30.0–34.9 High Class II Obesity 35.0–39.9 Very High Class III Obesity ≥40 Extremely High Obesity Types according to fat distribution Obesity Type Fat Distribution Risk Level […]

Overweight vs. Obesity – What’s the Difference?

Quick Summary: If you’ve ever stepped on the weighing scale and the number surprised you, you’re not alone. That happens to almost everybody these days. But here’s the thing: “overweight” and “obesity” get thrown around like they mean the same thing, and they don’t. Not even close in terms of health risk. So, what do they actually mean? This post will discuss everything you need to […]

Lap-Band® vs ESG vs Gastric Bypass: Which Option Is Best If You’re Planning Pregnancy?

If you are considering weight-loss surgery but also hope to have children, there is more to the decision than how much weight you can lose. You also need to consider what the procedure changes, what remains adjustable, and how those changes may matter when you become pregnant. That makes Lap-Band®, endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) and […]

Reversible vs. Irreversible Weight-Loss Surgery: What Is the Difference?

Weight-loss treatment can involve lifestyle modification, medications, endoscopic procedures, or metabolic and bariatric surgery. Surgical treatment includes several procedures that differ considerably in how they change the stomach and intestine, as well as in their expected weight-loss and metabolic effects.1 One distinction that is particularly relevant when considering surgery is whether the anatomical changes are adjustable and removable […]

Adjustable vs Non-Adjustable Bariatric Procedures: Understanding the Difference

Bariatric surgery is not a single type of intervention. Different procedures modify the digestive system in different ways, and these differences influence how weight loss is achieved, the extent of anatomical change, and the follow-up required after surgery. 1 Key takeaways Adjustable gastric banding allows postoperative modification of restriction based on the patient’s response and tolerance. Unlike sleeve gastrectomy or gastric […]