In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by friend and colleague Dr Simon Ghosh. Simon is a Bariatric Surgeon specialising in weight loss surgery based on the Central Coast. With many qualifications including a Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Bachelor of Medicine from the UK, Simon is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) and a member of the Australia and New Zealand Metabolic and Obesity Society (OSSANZ). Originally from Wales, Simon has called Australia home for the past 15 years. His compassionate nature, friendly manner and surgical skills and experience make him the perfect candidate to bust some myths about weight loss surgery. In this episode, Shauna and Simon discuss topics including: Career journey: early life in Wales, training in London, re-training in Australia and specialising in weight loss What is bariatric surgery? Different types of weight loss surgeries Who is eligible for surgery? What you can expect post-surgery Fat-shaming in society today Weight loss injections Different types of food and how they are digested Pre-surgery requirements How can you help support a family member or friend on their weight loss surgery journey Breaking down the stigma of weight loss surgery Weight maintenance post-surgery How aesthetic medicine can be used in conjunction with weight loss surgery to maximise results The future of weight loss surgery A piece of advice for his 20-something self For more information and resources, or to get in touch with Simon: Website: Coast Surgery Instagram: Coast Surgery Facebook: Coast Surgery Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. Watch the episode on Youtube - https://youtu.be/xy19xymaVfo Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Instagram: @allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts @drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: Dr Shauna Watts

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