 Strength in Numbers, Let?s Help BIG MEDICINE!
If you haven?t read the main message board post yet , you have an opportunity to make a difference on Wednesday, November 18 at 9PM Eastern!
"This truly is "do or die" time for the show. We need as many viewers as possible! And we need you watching live -- not via DVR later -- so that the cable network can get a true count for viewership. Nielsen ratings are still used; however, you no longer have to have a Nielson "box" to be counted. New technologies allow the cable companies "access" when you're watching -- they'll know if you're tuned in, so PLEASE put this date and time on your calendar and tune in that night." - Kimberly Taylor from The Davis Clinic
ObesityHelp.com urges our community to come together. Turn on Discovery Health and watch BIG MEDICINE?S ?Where Are They Now?? so that our viewership can be counted towards the show being picked up for a third season.
Importance of BIG MEDICINE
This show has been important to our community by helping raise awareness regarding morbid obesity, surgical treatment, and the people behind morbid obesity and their attempt to reclaim their lives. It has also given viewers that are struggling with morbid obesity an opportunity to gain knowledge of what surgical treatment is like.
The show chronicles various stages of the weight loss surgery process. We get to see people before, during and after surgery. There is often a view into recovery, post-op care and sometimes reconstructive procedures to remove excess skin after weight loss.
ObesityHelp.com Professionals Make an Impact on BIG MEDICINE
 Dr. Robert Davis, head of The Davis Clinic specializes in laparoscopic bariatric and general surgery. Dr. Davis has 30 years of experience in laparoscopic surgery, and 8 years of experience in bariatric surgery. He partners with his son, Dr. Garth Davis in their dynamic family practice. See what our community has to say about Dr. Robert Davis by way of over 45 ObesityHelp.com member reviews!
 Dr. Garth Davis, recently recognized as a Texas Monthly Super Doc has 12 years experience in laparoscopic surgery, and 8 years of experience in bariatric surgery. He has a published bestseller, The Expert?s Guide to Weight Loss Surgery and is a featured guest speaker at all 2009 ObesityHelp.com Events. See what our community has to say about Dr. Garth Davis by way of over 80 ObesityHelp.com member reviews!
 Dr. John LoMonaco, plastic surgeon with a specialized interest in breast and body contouring surgery. He often appears on Big Medicine when people are to the point in their journey where reconstructive surgery for excess skin removal is essential. See what our community has to say about Dr. John LoMonaco by way of over 40 ObesityHelp.com member reviews!
 Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC, psychotherapist specializing in intimacy and relationships. She works in Houston, Texas at Methodist Hospital, maintains a private practice, and is a renowned lecturer and author. She is presently a featured guest speaker at all 2009 ObesityHelp.com events. Check out two articles that Mary Jo Rapini wrote for the ObesityHelp.com community: 5 Issues That Can Sabotage Weight Loss Surgery & Virtual Reality - Online Dating After Weight Loss Surgery!
Some Faces of OH Members that you may recognize from BIG MEDICINE
Check in and see how their journey is going?
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What OH Members are saying...
 "I got to hear and meet Dr. Garth and Mary Jo back in June at the OH Event in Chicago. If it wasn't for Big Medicine I don't think I would have had my gastric bypass. I have already marked my calendar and will also tape it so I can watch it again. I bought season one on DVD and will be watching for season two."
ericson414
 "I really love this show. I have already told everyone in my office to watch it. It really helped me out when I was going through my surgery."
dodgerfan
 "I am a fan of Big Medicine because it personalizes people that are morbidly obese and shows that we have stories not to merely be dismissed by society. It makes wls more acceptable to media, medical professionals and the public. I'll definitely be watching as I appreciate the motivation and inspiration I feel every time I see the show."
Cathy1
 "I had the pleasure of being on Big Medicine and it changed my life.. I have to say that Dr. Garth, although he wasn't my doctor, is one of the nicest men that I know.. If you have not had the pleasure of seeing him speak, watch the show and you will see what I mean..Please watch and make sure the show stays on the air.."
Da Shrinking Dawg
Remember to be watching on
November 18 at 9PM Eastern/8PM Central on Discovery Health!
BIG MEDICINE airs Wednesdays at 9:00 pm EST on Discovery Health Channel and is currently running in over 300 countries around the world.
Want to learn more about Big Medicine? Click here to visit the Big Medicine homepage.
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