The Weight Loss Collab

Are you dealing with unexpected weight regain or debilitating acid reflux years after your bariatric surgery? You are not alone. In this episode of the Our Sleeved Life Podcast (OSLP), Mel sits down with bariatric surgeon Dr. Betsy Dovec and registered dietitian Hannah Schuyler, the power duo behind BodyByBariatrics and The Weight Loss Collab. Together, we pull back the curtain on why gastric slee...

In this episode, we're honored to share a moving and deeply personal presentation from Amber Sena-Diaz, the PA at Body by Bariatrics. Recorded at the Body by Transformation retreat in May 2026, Amber opens up about her unexpected journey as a 28-year-old facing breast cancer. From the moment of her diagnosis through chemo treatments and life-altering challenges, she reflects on the power of resili...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In this special episode, Dr. Betsy Dovec takes center stage as she shares her inspiring presentation from the Body by Transformation retreat in Orlando. She dives into what it truly means to feel alive—exploring those exhilarating moments when fear and hope collide, and discussing how to move from mere survival to intentional living. Dr. Dovec opens up about...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In this episode, hosts Dr. Betsy Dovec and Hannah Schuyler are joined by special guest Rob Dimedio, CEO and founder of Busy Bariatrics, and a bariatric patient himself. Together, they take a deep dive into Rob's powerful origin story: from battling severe sleep apnea and the wake-up call that pushed him toward life-changing bariatric surgery, to building a b...

Welcome to The Weight Loss Collab! In today's episode, "Emotional Eating with Lora Grabow," hosts Hannah Schuyler and Dr. Betsy Dovec sit down with renowned bariatric therapist Lora Grabow for a deep dive into the complex world of emotional eating. Together, they explore what emotional eating truly means, why it affects everyone—not just those struggling with obesity—and how our habits, emotions,...

Welcome to The Weight Loss Collab! In today’s episode, “Pre Op Patient Interview,” co-hosts Hannah Schuyler and Dr. Dovec sit down with their special guest, Neshia K. , just days before her bariatric surgery. This heartwarming and insightful conversation dives deep into Neshia K. ’s lifelong journey with weight struggles, bullying, self-acceptance, and her motivations for choosing surgery, not jus...

Welcome to another episode of The Weight Loss Collab! Today, we’re thrilled to have Kristin Willard, one of the most influential dietitians in the bariatric space, joining Dr. Dovec and Hannah Schuyler for a value-packed conversation. In this episode, Kristin shares her journey from a dietitian intern to cookbook author and creator of the Bariatric Meal Prep Academy. The trio digs into the realiti...

Welcome to The Weight Loss Collab! In today’s episode, Dr. Dovec and Hannah Schuyler sit down with a very special guest, Christie Woodard, a patient who’s not only transformed her life through bariatric surgery, but is also a passionate advocate for breaking the stigma around weight loss and GLP-1 medications. Christie shares her personal journey: from years of struggling with weight, health chall...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In this episode, co-hosts Dr. Betsy Dovec and Hannah Schuyler, RD are diving into one of the most important topics on everyone’s mind: how to live a longer, healthier life. They’ll break down what longevity really means, not just adding years to your life, but making sure those years are full of energy, good health, and happiness. Get ready for practical tip...

Feeling excited and terrified before bariatric surgery? In this episode, bariatric surgeon Dr. Betsy Dovec breaks down exactly how to prepare your mind, body, and home so you can not only survive surgery, but truly thrive afterward. You’ll learn what to eat (and drink), how to handle gas pain and fatigue, which vitamins are non-negotiable for life, and why community support matters more than you t...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In today’s episode, bariatric surgeon and obesity medicine expert Dr. Dovec is diving deep into the world of GLP-1 medications—those popular injectables like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Mounjaro that everyone’s been talking about. Whether you’re fresh out of bariatric surgery, struggling with weight plateaus, have a lower or higher BMI, or you’re just cur...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In this episode, co-hosts Dr. Betsy Dovec and Hannah Schuyler, RD are joined by the fabulous stylist, Chrissy Godwin, for a deep dive into the transformative power of personal style, confidence, and embracing your unique journey—no matter what size or life phase you’re in. Chrissy walks us through her story from dreamer with a pop-up boutique vision to succe...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Weight Loss Collab Podcast! This week, your co-hosts Dr. Dovec and dietitian Hannah Schuyler are coming to you from their new, upgraded podcast studio at the surgery center—complete with luxurious vibes and lots of positive energy. In this episode, they kick things off by recapping their recent BodyByMindset retreat, which brought together patients and c...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In today’s episode, co-host Hannah Schuyler dives into a powerful and rarely discussed topic—food and shame. We’re used to hearing about macros, micros, and nutrition science, but what about the emotional weight we carry every time we make a food choice? Hannah invites listeners to reflect honestly on moments of guilt, secrecy, and shame around eating, chall...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In this deeply personal and inspiring episode, Dr. Dovec opens up like never before, pulling back the curtain on her journey through shame, self-doubt, and ultimately—radical self-acceptance. Recorded live at a groundbreaking retreat, Dr. Dovec shares heartfelt stories of perseverance, from professional setbacks to the confetti-filled highs and vulnerable lo...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In today’s episode, co-hosts Dr. Dovec and Hannah Schuyler, RD sit down with Dr. Irene Tower of BodyByBeauty for an in-depth conversation about body contouring surgery after significant weight loss. Whether you’re a bariatric patient considering surgery or just curious about the journey from massive weight loss to newfound confidence, this episode is packed...

Welcome to The Weight Loss Collab! In this episode, co-hosts Dr. Betsy Dovec and dietitian Hannah Schuyler are taking a deep dive into the many “eras” of a bariatric patient’s journey. From childhood and adolescence, through adulthood, pregnancy, menopause, and all the lifestyle shifts in between, they explore the complex experiences that lead people to consider bariatric surgery and what happens...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In this special episode, hosts Dr. Betsy Dovec and registered dietitian Hannah Schuyler, are joined by bariatric therapist Lora Grabow for an exciting announcement—the launch of the very first "Body by Mindset" retreat in Orlando, Florida on September 12 & 13, 2025. With over 20 years of experience supporting patients through obesity medicine and bariatr...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab, where we unite passionate voices from around the world to tackle the global obesity crisis and reimagine what effective, compassionate care looks like. In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Jarryd Walkley, a bariatric coordinator from Austin Health—one of the largest public hospitals in Australia—who joins us all the way from Melbourne. Together with...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In this special episode, co-hosts Dr. Dovec and Hannah Schuyler are joined by Dr. Diana Lane, who returns to the podcast after nearly two years—and a lot has changed! Now 23 weeks pregnant, Dr. Lane openly shares her personal journey with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), the challenges she faced with weight loss, and how PCOS impacted both her physical he...

Dr. Betsy Dovec sat down for an awesome convo with the one and only Dr. Josh Roller of @rollerweightloss! They talked about who we are, what drives them, and why they're both laser-focused on improving access to life-changing #bariatricsurgery. They tackled the truth about weight loss meds, why they’re urging you to pause before choosing the #ESG, and medical tourism? If you can’t drink the water,...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In today’s episode, “Mentality Mindset,” co-hosts Dr. Dovec and Hannah Schuyler are joined by special guest Chalmers McCahill, founder of The Mentality Makeover. Together, they dive deep into the powerful connection between mindset, stress, and relationships on the journey toward better health and weight loss. Chalmers shares her unique perspective on why tr...

Welcome to The Weight Loss Collab, the go-to podcast for everything related to bariatric surgery, sustainable weight loss, cosmetic surgery, and cutting-edge med spa solutions! Hosted by Dr. Dovec, an expert bariatric surgeon, and dietitian Hannah Schuyler, each episode takes you inside real weight loss journeys, breakthrough surgical procedures, and the transformative power of supportive communit...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In this episode, Dr. Dovec and registered dietitian Hannah Schuyler dive deep into the essentials of nutrition for weight loss—especially for those navigating bariatric surgery or weight loss medications. With so much buzz (and confusion) on social media around topics like Ozempic, protein intake, and muscle loss, Hannah helps us separate fact from fiction u...

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In this special episode, "Bariatric FAQs," your favorite duo—Dr. Dovec, bariatric surgeon, and Hannah Schuyler, registered dietitian—dive into the most common questions about bariatric surgery and weight loss. After sharing a heartfelt update on the grand opening of their brand-new Surgical Institute of Central Florida (and the emotional rollercoaster of get...