In this episode of the Pop Culture Podcast, Dr. Eric Smith and Laura are joined by Dr. Charles Procter, bariatric surgeon and founding member of Beltline Health.  Known for advancing robotic-assisted weight loss surgeries, Dr. Procter has also made appearances on TLC’s hit reality shows, 1000-lb Sisters, 1000-lb Best Friends, and Too Large.

Dr. Procter shares his fascinating journey to becoming a bariatric surgeon, including how TLC first approached him and the impact it had on his career. He also discusses balancing the demands of reality TV with his responsibilities as a surgeon.

With a focus on the mental and emotional challenges of patients living with severe obesity, Dr. Procter discusses the importance of overcoming obstacles, finding hope, and the life-long nature of obesity as a disease. He also emphasizes the significance of weight loss maintenance and the role of prevention in combating obesity.

Key Topics Covered:

• Dr. Procter’s path to becoming a bariatric surgeon
• The impact of TLC’s reality shows on his career
• The mental and emotional challenges of extreme obesity
• The importance of weight loss maintenance
• Preventing obesity and addressing it as a life-long disease

Tune in for an insightful conversation that combines pop culture, personal stories, and the science of bariatric surgery!

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