If you have ever wondered whether bariatric surgery could be right for you, this episode of The Weight Loss Collab is the perfect place to start. Dr. Betsy Dovec and registered dietitian Hannah Schuyler break down the basics of weight loss surgery and answer the questions patients ask most before taking that first step.

Who qualifies for bariatric surgery? Is BMI the only factor that matters? How do gastric sleeve and gastric bypass compare, and how much weight can you realistically expect to lose? We also explain insurance requirements, self-pay options, preoperative testing, nutrition visits, psychological evaluations, and what the timeline from consultation to surgery actually looks like.

You will also learn where GLP-1 weight loss medications fit into the conversation, how bariatric surgery can affect your health and body, and what long-term support looks like after surgery.

If weight loss surgery has even crossed your mind, this episode will help you understand your options, know what questions to ask, and decide what your next step might be.

Welcome back to The Weight Loss Collab! In today’s episode, we’re putting the spotlight on one of the most underrated yet essential nutrients for weight loss and overall health: fiber. Hannah Schuyler, our resident dietitian, and Dr. Dovec break down everything you need to know about fiber, from what it actually is, why it matters, and how it can help you with gut health, blood sugar management, satiety, and shedding those stubborn pounds. Whether you think fiber is boring or have always connected it solely to gut health, you’re about to discover why it’s “that girl” in your nutrition plan.

We’ll dive into the different types of fiber, the best food sources (spoiler: chia seeds and beans get some major love), how to increase your intake safely, and the critical role fiber plays in keeping you fuller for longer, especially if you’ve had bariatric surgery or are on a weight loss medication. Grab your grocery lists and get ready to rethink your next meal. Fiber is having a moment, and you’ll learn how to make it work for you!

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 sleeves commonly lead to new-onset acid reflux, what a "retained fundus" actually means for your hunger hormones (ghrelin), and why weight regain is often a structural issue rather than a personal failure.

Dr. Dovec and Hannah share how their patient-first, 100% virtual private practice is completely disrupting hospital-employed healthcare models by slashing 6-month wait times down to just one week. Plus, we explore the powerful, synergistic relationship between bariatric surgery and GLP-1 medications, why insurance hoops are fundamentally broken, and whether or not there’s an age limit to reclaiming your vitality.

If you’ve been suffering in silence or beating yourself up over your post-op struggles, this episode is a must-watch masterclass on reclaiming your health, your quality of life, and your anatomy!