Dr. Tro Kalayjian is a board-certified physician in Internal and Obesity Medicine. He is the medical director and founder of Dr. Tro's Medical Weight Loss and Direct Primary Care, a founding member of the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners (SMHP), and the co-founder and co-host of the LowCarbMD Podcast.
Dr. Tro truly understands what it is like to struggle with obesity and food addiction. Like many of us, his struggles began early in life when he faced childhood obesity and grew up in an obese family. He tried to lose weight numerous times, following the advice of what most experts said was the proper diet. Still, he found he could never sustain it and always felt chronically hungry.
"As an adult at 350 lbs, I was a doctor who did not know how to heal myself. In a desperate attempt to figure it out, I studied for countless hours, combing through medical literature, research papers, and hundreds of books to find an answer to the ever-important question: why am I fat? And what I found was in such stark contrast to what my medical colleagues recommended and what we have all been told." - Dr. Tro
By ignoring the U.S. Dietary Guidelines and conventional medical advice, Dr. Tro Kalayjian lost 150 lbs and reclaimed his health for himself and his family. Determined to be the doctor he wishes he had, Dr. Tro built a medical practice that focuses on combating type 2 diabetes and obesity with an evidence-based approach. His ultimate objective is to reduce medication reliance and improve disease management by implementing lifestyle modifications and emphasizing the importance of diet and exercise. Dr. Tro’s patients have lost weight and experienced significant reductions in cardiac risk, a1C levels, blood pressure, and medication costs per year. Utilizing smart devices, Dr. Tro stays connected to his patients' progress through remote tracking.
Dr. Tro is best able to serve his patients because he understands what it is like. He has been through it, and he helps his patients every step of the way. He succeeds when they succeed!
"I have personally dealt with the deep emotions and feelings involved with being overweight for most of my life. This connection is why my patients are successful in their wellness journeys because I am not preaching from some Ivory Tower. I lived through what my patients are living through and have experienced what they are experiencing." - Dr. Tro
Connect with Dr. Tro Kalayjian:
Website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,
YouTube, ObesityHelp Profile
Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
Time Slot: 2:15pm – 3:00pm
In this session, Dr. Tro Kalayjian will share his journey with food addiction. You’ll enjoy his unique perspective that combines personal experience, research, and professional expertise. He’ll discuss the importance of recognizing and addressing food addiction to improve health and weight loss outcomes. You’ll leave this session feeling seen and understood by a doctor who has dedicated his life to managing his weight and is now helping others do the same.
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024
Time Slot: 10:00am – 11:15am
The Bariatric Connect 2024 Fireside Chat is dedicated to exploring the essential topic of Comprehensive Weight Management — Mind, Body, & Medicine. Facilitated by Psychologist Dr. Steven Reyes, this session features a distinguished panel of experts and thought leaders who will share their wisdom and experiences in an in-depth discussion on the treatment of obesity:
It’s important to recognize that the management of weight is a lifelong journey, and finding the right combination of methods is essential. Each expert will share their perspectives on how combining nutritional, psychological, lifestyle, and medical strategies, along with long-term follow-up, can support sustainable weight management.
Don’t miss this forward-thinking discussion at the 2024 Bariatric Connect Conference, where you’ll gain valuable insights into how integrating mind, body, and medicine can contribute to effective weight management strategies. Join the conversation!
