Adventures in Surgical Weight Loss with Dr. R

Lyle Woolf

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Dr. Rasmussen sits down with Lyle Woolf to discuss his decision to undergo bariatric surgery at age 41 so he could be healthier and more present for his family. Lyle shares his inspiring journey over the past year, highlighting the meaningful non-scale victories and life-changing physical transformations he's experienced along the way.

Chantel Stoddard

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:58:39 +0000

In this insightful episode, Chantel Stoddard and Dr. Rasmussen offer a realistic look into the true benefits and struggles of undergoing surgery, moving beyond just the physical transformation. They candidly discuss the profound impact on body image and emphasize why robust mental health support is crucial throughout the entire recovery journey.

Brittany Beavin

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:13:59 +0000

In this episode, Dr. Rasmussen sits down with Brittany Beavin to discuss her incredible 180-pound weight loss journey from a size 26 down to a size 4. She shares the reality of life after surgery and takes listeners through her critical decision-making process when choosing which bariatric procedure to pursue.

Brad Whitcomb

Tue, 05 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000

In this compelling interview, Brad Whitcomb details his journey of overcoming years of dietary obstacles and the physical and emotional toll of past health challenges through a life-changing "fresh start." Drawing on his professional background in the medical field, he provides a unique perspective on the clinical realities and support required to successfully navigate surgical weight loss and recovery.

Diane Pinney

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we sit down with Diane Pinney to celebrate her incredible 100-pound weight loss journey and the profound improvements it has brought to her daily life. She shares a candid look at navigating the physical and emotional challenges of life after surgery, offering practical insights for turning obstacles into long-term success.

Laura Palmer

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we explore the intersection of bariatric surgery and lipedema as our guest shares her unique journey of navigating specialized treatments alongside surgical weight loss. She shifts the focus away from the scale to celebrate the non-scale victories and lifestyle changes that truly define her success.

Sarah Hamilton

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000

After losing 100 pounds, Sarah Hamilton shares the lifestyle changes and healthy habits that transformed her life while offering a bold challenge to those ready to commit to surgery as a permanent solution. Listen to how Sarah found new hope for a longer life after having bariatric surgery.

Amber Rowlett

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Amber Rowlett is almost 2 years out from a gastric sleeve operation. She has had great success and shares some of her tips for continuing to succeed.

Beau Barney

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Beau is just over a year out from a gastric bypass. He has lost over 250 lbs and his life has changed significantly for the better. He had a life-threatening complication after surgery and lived to tell about it. He shares an amazing story and you will love getting to know him.

Healthy Eating

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Foods react differently in our bodies. In this episode, I provide a way to think about different foods and what they are doing to the insulin levels in your body. This information is helpful for anyone who is trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight.

Clyde Munson

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 02:00:00 +0000

Clyde is just over two years out from a gastric bypass. He has lost 220 lbs and is keeping it off. This has made a big difference in his life. We discuss the large ventral hernia that made surgery more difficult and he had a life-threatening pulmonary embolism after surgery. Quite an amazing story.

Amanda Pierce

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Amanda is about 18 months out from a gastric bypass. She has lost 115 lbs. She has bipolar disorder which was a significant factor in her choosing whether or not to have surgery, and the subsequent weight loss has made a huge impact to better her mental health.

Shirley Watkins

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Shirley Watkins has lost over 200 lbs. She can fit in one pant leg of her old pants. She shares lots of great points. She talks about a food addiction that came from trauma and how she has worked through that. She shares several non-scale victories that have made her life much better.

Jennifer Peterson

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 03:00:00 +0000

Jennifer Peterson shares her journey with weight loss surgery. She had developed some significant health problems that led her to surgery. She is very happy with the changes she has seen. She gives some great advice on mindfulness and loving yourself. Near the end we had some technical difficulties. It should come through in the audio we have but she started this journey at 314 lbs and now weighs 172 lbs. It has been a big life change for her.

Dr. Gregory Peirce

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Dr. Gregory Peirce is a general and bariatric surgeon. He and I talk about sleeve gastrectomies, gastric bypasses, single anastomosis duodeno-ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy (SADI-S) and biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (DS). We discuss advantages and disadvantages of each procedure, criteria we use for recommending different procedures, criteria to qualify for weight-loss (bariatric) surgery and risks of surgery. I believe you will find this very informative.

Carrie Sipple

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Carrie has really worked hard to make changes in her life. She quit smoking and has lost 118 lbs. She feels empowered by these changes. You will love getting to know her.

Martha Moreno Salas

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Martha has experienced a lot of health challenges. Weight loss has helped her get her life back. It is fascinating to see how far she has come.

Paige Schanze

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Paige shares a lot of great insights. She focuses a lot on the mental preparation before surgery and how that has helped her be successful.

Morgan Hyden

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Morgan Hyden is almost a year and a half out from a gastric bypass. She has lost 125 lbs and has seen some wonderful benefits in her life. She also shares a little surprise with us.

Traci Wright

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Traci Wright had a gastric bypass and has been very successful. She did a lot of research before making her decision. Listen to her story.

Bree Fellows

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Bree is a nurse and a mom and shares a great story about her journey. You will love getting to know her.

Michelle LaRue

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Michelle LaRue is a full-time mom and a full-time nursing student. She is three years out from a sleeve gastrectomy and doing very well.

Joanne Jones

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Learn about Joanne's journey. She had a gastric bypass 13 1/2 years ago. She has worked hard and kept the weight off. She discusses some keys to that success.

Michele Ogden

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Michele Ogden's surgical weight loss journey. She had a gastric bypass and has done very well. Follow her on Instagram @gasbygranny

Adventures in Surgical Weight Loss with Dr. R Podcast Trailer

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Trailer for our show, Adventures in Surgical Weight Loss with Dr. R.

Adventures in Surgical Weight Loss with Dr. R Introduction

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0000

My introduction for why I created this podcast and who I am.