Tune into NBC6 (WTVJ-TV) on Wednesday, Sept. 29, to find out how South Miami Hospital’s Weight-loss Surgery Program helps people like Tim Hyman overcome obesity and live a happier, healthier life.  Battling Obesity: The Road to a Healthier You airs at 7:30-8 p.m.

weight gain began more than a decade ago, but got much worse when a back problem forced her to use a wheelchair.  After undergoing gastric bypass surgery earlier this year with bariatric surgeon Jorge Rabaza, M.D., Ms. Naveira celebrates her weight loss and is excited about reaching her goal weight.

feared he wouldn’t be around for his children if his life-long battle with his weight kept progressing.  He decided to have a sleeve gastrectomy with Enrique Whittwell, M.D., a bariatric surgeon with South Miami Hospital Weight-loss Surgery Program.  Now, after shedding 120 pounds and resolving diabetes and high blood pressure, Mr. Hyman looks forward to more time with his children.

underwent an adjustable gastric band procedure last July and has lost 80 pounds.  She says she feels great and credits her bariatric surgeon Anthony Gonzalez, M.D., and the support of her family with her success.  For her busy lifestyle, the adjustable band was the best choice for her.  She follows up with Dr. Gonzalez regularly to have the band adjusted, so she continues to lose weight.

If any of these situations sound similar to what you or a loved one are going through battling obesity, South Miami Hospital’s Weight-loss Surgery Program and NBC6 (WTVJ-TV) have teamed up to present an informative program Battling Obesity:  The Road to a Healthier You.  This live presentation will air on Wednesday, Sept. 29, 7:30-8 p.m. on NBC6. 

You’ll hear from dietitians, psychologists, physical therapists and bariatric surgeons about the best ways to reach a healthy weight.  You’ll also hear from people whose battle with obesity led them to the operating room and came out with a new outlook on healthy living.

 

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