The Weight Loss Collab

Bariatric Therapist, Lora Grabow, joins the DoctorXDietitian duo to share her incredible perspective from decades of experience helping weight loss surgery patients put in the necessary "head work". Grieving coping mechanisms that may be lost after bariatric surgery requires a change to ingrained thinking patterns. Lora shares her sound advice and strategies to feel the feelings, set healthy bound...

The DoctorXDietitian duo chat with Jason about his emotional childhood struggles and sneaking food to cope, succeeding on Fen-Phen only to regain all the weight back. He felt trapped, scared, and alone in his 520-pound body. Being unable to drive his young daughters alone was the breaking point that led him to bariatric surgery. Dr. Dovec recounts one of the most challenging conversations she’s ev...

The prospect of a major, life-changing event like weight loss surgery, is an emotionally charged experience filled with great excitement and fear of the unknown. Aby (@abyinreallife) is embarking on the journey of a lifetime next week. She chats with the @doctorxdietitian as she prepares for her gastric bypass. Aby opens up to Dr. Dovec and Hannah, RD about her upbringing as an adop...

The DoctorXDietitian duo is serving up a potpourri of the most frequently asked questions before, shortly after, and years beyond bariatric and weight loss surgery. This mixed bag of topics covers everything from getting your period the day of surgery to seeing blood in your poop post-op to hair loss, stinky farts, bad breath, loose skin, and so much more. Does this lineup make you want to sprint...

BONUS EPISODE! Surprise! Novo Nordisk’s shared a major announcement that the Oasis 1 trial showed massive weight loss results with ORAL Semaglutide. The DoctorXDietitian are excited to bring you an episode about this new “magic pill”. Just like injectable GLP-1 agonists, the oral version has been around for years to treat Type II Diabetes. However, also like...

Get ready for another DoctorXDietitian VIDEO! This week, the duo takes you through an entire laparoscopic roux-en-y gastric bypass (AKA the Bypass) from start to finish. Come behind the scenes, into the operating room, and inside the abdomen with your favorite doctor and dietitian! Dr. Dovec & Hannah, RD discuss the surgical process, laparoscopic technical details, and point out key anatomical...

Get ready for the first DoctorXDietitian VIDEO! This week, the duo takes you through an entire vertical sleeve gastrectomy (AKA the VSG) from start to finish. Come behind the scenes, into the operating room, and inside the abdomen with your favorite doctor and dietitian! Dr. Dovec & Hannah, RD discuss the surgical process, laparoscopic technical details, and point out key anatomical structures...

The scale: An ongoing saga of agony and ecstasy. Why do we give that little device so much power to affect our mood? Why do we allow it to control our feelings of self-worth? It can truly make or break your mood. Yet, for some, we can’t get ignore it. The DoctorXDietitian delve into every aspect of your bariatric surgery and weight loss journey: in...

Can you feel the earth shaking? That’s Dr. Dovec and Hannah buzzing over their new adventure with BodyByBariatrics Weight Loss & Bariatric Surgery Program! The DoctorXDietitian collab have officially opened their (virtual) doors to offer comprehensive medical and surgical obesity treatment options. Here, they describe their liberating journey that has been chock full of highlights and lessons....

The antidote to stress and anxiety might surprise you. In Part 3 of the SOS series, the Doctor and Dietitian discus solitude as imperative to overcoming challenges and achieving fulfillment. Have you ever done a solo audit? How do you feel when you are exploring, building, creating, working, and just being... alone? Fear of being alone often makes us stay in the wrong situations and relationships...

🆘 = A Collection of Conversations to navigate life’s MINDfields. Your favorite doctor and dietitian duo are back with a brand-new series. This one will tackle Stress, Overwhelming Anxiety, and Solitude. Anxiety can crop up for any number of reasons, and sometimes it can be completely overwhelming. Maybe you feel anxious about your relationships, your work, or potential dangerous situations....

🆘 = A Collection of Conversations to navigate life’s MINDfields. Your favorite doctor and dietitian duo are back with a brand-new series. This one will tackle Stress, Overwhelming Anxiety, and Solitude. Who’s stressed? Not me. I’m fine. Why are we so good at faking being fine? Guess what - I see you faking it. 👀  SOS signals distress. Are you waving the white flag? We get tha...

Meh. Vitamins. Minerals. Micronutrients. YAWN! Vitamins and minerals may not be the most exciting thing to think about, but being compliant with your multivitamin and calcium citrate recommendations after bariatric surgery could change, improve, and even save your life. Nutritional deficiencies are unnecessary and can be debilitating. The impact of noncompliance can lead to irreversible damage to...

But what about loose skin?? The DoctorXDietitian duo welcomes plastic surgeon, Dr. Stephanie Poris of Poris Plastic Surgery, to discuss body contouring after bariatric and weight loss surgery. From head to thigh, Dr. Poris breaks down all of the surgical options to keep a youthful appearance that is uniquely you. She discusses a personalized approach that prioritizes your concerns to improve funct...

Desiree Mize (aka WokeUpLikeDez) never set out to share her journey to better health with the world, but when she stepped out of anonymity, she became a bariatric community sensation. The DoctorXDietitian duo has a candid conversation with the six-year post-op veteran. Desiree grew up in a full house run by her superhuman mom, who instilled in her children an unwavering desire to achieve...

Sleep when you’re dead? If you want to get the most out of life, think again. On this week’s DoctorXDietitian weight loss and bariatric surgery podcast episode, the collab is serving up a big dose of Vitamin Zzzzzzzz! 😴 Sleep's role is just as important as diet and exercise in achieving your health goals. A lack of quality sleep alters hunger cues, negatively impacts impulse contro...

Say what?! Hot girls poop, too?  From diarrhea to constipation and achieving that elusive “perfect poop” in between, bowel habits are an essential part of overall good health. The DoctorXDietitian duo chats with Dr. Susan Kais, board-certified gastroenterologist and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) expert, about what’s normal and when it’s time to seek further medical eval...

Why are we doing an episode about addiction? Because for many patients, food is their drug. The transfer of compulsive eating behavior to other forms of addiction is more common than you'd think. It can occur in up to 30% of post-op bariatric surgery patients. The DoctorXDietitian team tackles the risk factors for developing addictive behaviors after weight loss surgery. Just like obesity, addicti...

The best of times, the worst of times - yep, that sums up travel! The DoctorXDietitian tackle all of your important considerations prior to embarking on a new adventure -- from food to exercise to getting comfortable.  The duo give you some practical trips to ensure you have the time of your life. Travel can be embraced at all shapes and sizes. You...

Has your New Year's Resolution gone stale? Did you set yourself up for success on January 1st or did you set a goal without any guidance? On this episode, the DoctorXDietitian Duo is here to help you revitalize and reconsider the New Year's resolution. They will teach you all about SMART goals that can be used in any area of your life, ways to stick to your plan, and what to do if you get off trac...

So, what is the deal with carbs? Good, bad, overhyped? This DoctorXDietitian episode breaks down carbohydrates in the diet - the different types, how much you need, and the best ways to incorporate them into a balanced diet Along with proteins and fats, carbohydrates are one of three main nutrients (macronutrients or “macros”) found in foods and drinks. The DoctorXDietitian duo will round out thei...

It's the show about nothing! After 4 weeks of information-packed conversations about anti-obesity medications, the DoctorXDietitian duo thought it was time for an episode where they chat, swap stories, and just have a good time. Never fear, they will be back with more bariatric surgery and weight loss content! You'll finally learn what Dr. Dovec is bad at and how a good parking job can change the...

**Finale** of the 4 part medical weight loss series! Your favorite doctor dietitian duo is here to tell you all about how to find a supportive provider, what to talk to them about, and some lifestyle tips you can implement to further your weight loss, whether you have had bariatric surgery or not. Dr. Dovec explains how physicians are working to stay on top of these medications and fighting for yo...

MEGATREND ALERT! What's all the latest hype about? Injectable weight loss medications have rocketed to stardom as they transform the obesity treatment landscape. These meds are gaining popularity, but are they right- and most importantly safe- for you? Your favorite doctor and dietitian breakdown the latest R&D, dosing, mechanism, and side effects of GLP-1 agonist medications, such as Wegovy a...

Diet Pills! Weight Loss Drugs! Appetite Suppressants! OH MY!! No matter what you call them, by mouth formulations of Anti-Obesity Medications (AOMs) can be helpful in your journey towards better health, even if you have already had bariatric surgery. But, jeez, there is so much variable information out there it can be overwhelming to know what is fact or myth. In part 2 of their 4-part medical wei...