“My 600-lb Life” Dr. Younan Nowzaradan to Deliver Keynote at the 2023 ObesityHelp National Conference
COSTA MESA, Calif. (PRWEB) July 07, 2023 -- ObesityHelp, Inc., a California-based organization, is thrilled to announce that renowned bariatric surgeon Dr. Younan Nowzaradan – better known as Dr. Now from TLC’s hit show “My 600-lb Life” – will serve as the Keynote Speaker at its upcoming annual National Conference. The ObesityHelp National Conference will take place at the Hilton Orange County in Costa Mesa, CA, on September 15th and 16th, 2023.
This year’s conference is a significant milestone as ObesityHelp prepares to celebrate its 25th Anniversary, marking a quarter-century of educating, motivating, and supporting individuals in the battle against obesity. Founded in 1998, ObesityHelp connects those struggling with obesity to their peers, educators, product vendors, and healthcare experts from around the country. With over 70 national and regional conferences held across 15 states, ObesityHelp has built a reputation for hosting trusted conferences that provide education but also serve as a celebration of health and well-being.
To commemorate this milestone, ObesityHelp is honored to welcome Dr. Now, a world-renowned weight loss and vascular surgeon, beloved TV personality, accomplished author, and respected advocate for individuals battling severe obesity. With his commitment to providing care without prejudice, he is one of the few surgeons dedicated to advocating for individuals surpassing 600 pounds.
In addressing the issue of obesity, Dr. Nowzaradan stressed, “We need to spread the message that obesity is not a patient’s choice. That it is a metabolic and genetic disposition that people have, and this is a disease that needs to be treated as a disease.”
When discussing the matter of bias and discrimination towards heavier, high-risk patients, Dr. Nowzaradan emphasizes, “These people are in this situation and they need help, and we shouldn’t discriminate against them, and shouldn’t be biased about them, and we shouldn’t judge them. And that’s a problem that we have to deal with today.”
Beyond his keynote speech, conference attendees will have the opportunity to gain deeper insights into Dr. Now’s extensive experience during an intimate Fireside Chat facilitated by Emcee Dr. Steven Reyes, licensed Psychologist and bariatric educator. The discussion will provide an inside look at his advocacy and work as a surgeon who has dedicated his career to the comprehensive medical management of obesity, no matter the size of the individual.
The conference will also host a Meet & Greet Costume Party on Friday, sponsored by PatchMD®️, followed by an After Party & Fashion Show on Saturday, sponsored by Premier Protein®. The Fashion Show is a favorite highlight of the conference that features community members sharing their photos and non-scale victories as they walk the catwalk.
For more information about the 2023 ObesityHelp National Conference, including details on the agenda, speakers, and ticket availability, visit https://www.obesityhelp.com/events.
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About ObesityHelp
Founded in 1998, ObesityHelp’s mission is to educate, empower and support individuals affected by life-threatening obesity. ObesityHelp brings patients, educators, product vendors and medical professionals together through online discussion, educational articles, bariatric friendly products, and a motivating national conference. For more information, visit: https://www.obesityhelp.com/about-us-company-info/
Tammy Colter, ObesityHelp. Inc., https://www.obesityhelp.com/events, 1 866-957-4636 Ext: 353, [email protected]
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