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“Although this podcast is no longer in production I can’t recommend it enough to anyone considering bariatric surgery. I have learned so much and continue to learn more now that I’m post-op. Thank you, Reeger, for sharing your knowledge and for your compassion towards anyone battling their weight.”
Fatmom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/16/23
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“I’m so grateful to have found your podcast. As a pre-surgery candidate the information has been invaluable. Thank you for all you do, and hope to see the podcast restarted if life leads you there.”
rocklandrowells via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/22
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“So sad to see you go. I have been listening to past episodes and learning so much. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your expertise. ❤️”
Kymmie73 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/22
“I love how factual and evidence based this podcast is, it really helped ease some of my fears around WLS and helped me make the decision to move forward.”
katerynnaa via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/04/22
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“Thank you Reeger. You put your heart and soul into these episodes. I for one am awestruck at your talent. I have learned and continue to learn from this content. Be well.”
Gp36 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/17/21
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“This podcast is very unique & informative to those either considering weight loss surgery, have had it already or to those who know someone struggling with obesity & is interesting in really understanding the biology of obesity. The host Regar does an outstanding job approaching this very...”Read full review »
T2869 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/20/21
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“I started listening before surgery, 5 years ago. I still come back and listen when I need a reminder, encouragement or empathy, if that makes sense. #103 is one I like to share with people. But I love every episode. Reeger is a champion & coach for people who struggle with obesity.”
MareBear80 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/26/21
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“This podcast was recommended by my bariatric surgery center. It’s been a huge help in preparing for life after bariatric surgery. I highly recommend it for everyone who’s curious about weight loss surgery and just the day to day struggles with obesity.”
Epgilreath via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/23/21
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“This podcast is phenomenal. So educational and informative but also compassionate and down-to-earth. Reeger’s patients are so lucky to have her as part of their care team. I wish I lived in OR to be able to see her as part of my team! However, through this podcast the rest of us can benefit...”Read full review »
Isaacryma via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/20
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“This podcast was a hidden gem for me. I’m not sure what I expected when I started listening, but I have been profoundly moved by the compassion and intelligence of host Reeger Cortell. This podcast takes a true evidence-based approach to obesity treatment, and always with care and attention to...”Read full review »
Badhandle via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/09/20
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“I love this podcast. I’m working on listening to all of them. Evidence based and patient-centered information that helps me, as a patient and caregiver, navigate my own weight loss journey. Thank you for making this podcast, Reeger!”
bnbnbbvv via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/26/20
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“I hope Reeger is ok. Been waiting for a new podcast for some time.”
ladycat2020 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/20
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“I love listening to Reeger and her guests. They give me hope, inspiration and motivation to keep going with this journey. She provides intelligent research based evidence to help us understand the science of weight, weight loss, regain, and making use of our brain and hormones; she gives...”Read full review »
NZJEB via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
05/05/20
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“I am only beginning my WLS journey - and being referred to this podcast as a source for evidence based knowledge has been worth every minute I have spent listening. I cannot thank you enough, Reeger Cortell, for the time and care you take to prepare each podcast. I hope you understand just how...”Read full review »
L_Mom via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/26/20
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“Armed with this podcast, I will concur my obesity. Scientific and supportive!!”
Lynn Sparling via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/20/20
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“Thank you Reeger Cortell, FNP, for your dedication to providing people with honest open access to the science and human experience of weight loss surgery.
To the potential Bariatric patient: learn about weight loss surgery by listening to Reeger interview top research scientists on weight,...”Read full review »
SparkyByte via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/10/20
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“Once you start listening you will get back through all previous episodes. So informative with great guest speakers. A just for anyone considering WLS.”
cmmoc78 via Apple Podcasts ·
Singapore ·
02/09/20
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“Thanks Reeger for this consistently strong, informative, helpful and inspiring podcast. I always look forward to new episodes and often return to older ones to listen again. Obesity and Bariatric surgery are Big Issues and you consistently provide good, science based information and education. ...”Read full review »
sumatt429 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/15/20
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“My name is Brandy. I’ll be heading to Mexico Jan 31 - 2020 and this has helped me begin to mentally prepare.
I’d like to hear how people do checkups that you mention when they get it done abroad.
Thanks from Canada 🇨🇦”
@foxylashessaskatoon via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/16/19
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“I’m very new on my journey, just at the beginning of pursuing weight loss surgery. A friend who went through weight loss surgery successfully recommended that I listen to this podcast. I have found it incredibly informative, relatable to my life, and easy to keep listening. I find myself...”Read full review »
kkiest86 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/11/19
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“Listening to this podcast is the single most important thing I did to prepare for my VSG. I found answers to questions I didn’t even know I had, and Reeger is such a positive, supportive person. The amount of information in these podcasts is incredible. The interviews are fantastic. Always...”Read full review »
swisanama via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/26/19
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“I have been considering WLS for a while and researched the topic on YouTube etc, however, I really feel this podcast is very informative and backed up by research and evidence. This is so essential for those of us who are trying to navigate the pros and cons to this huge life changing decision,...”Read full review »
Lady Brexiteer via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/15/19
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“I enjoy this podcast very much. In real life I’ve found bariatric surgery practice staff to be less than helpful so I will take all the good advice I can get. My favorites have been the DS episode and Leslie’s adventures.”
MissCrow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/09/19
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“Love it!”
Ridin2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/31/19
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“I’m a PA and Dietitian at a Bariatric Surgery group. I listen to your podcast on my way to and from work. It definitely helps me with adding a little psych/behavioral counseling to my sessions with patients. I recommend your podcast to patients all the time. Thank you for doing this. I’d be happy...”Read full review »
KittyLoup via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/24/19
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“This podcast has been so helpful to me starting a new Bariatric program. Thank you for your time and commitment not only to help patients and people dealing with WLS, but also to other health professionals who will be caring for them. The podcast is very enlightening and I enjoy listening to it...”Read full review »
Florida nativegal via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/19/19
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“I was never a big subscriber to podcasts, but Reeger pulled me in. She is wonderful, and the evidence based approach is so helpful. I especially like Dr. Medlin’s appearances. Great job Reeger!”
mhessacp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/19
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“In Australia I’ve struggled to find anything quite so detailed and informative as this podcast. As I prepare for my own VSG surgery, it has helped me with information and has put to rest some fears I had about it. Reeger is passionate about weight loss and health in general and while she has a...”Read full review »
AussieDan0 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/08/19
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“I’m still in the pre surgery phase and have been doing research. Luckily I found this through my psychological evaluation and online Facebook bariatric group. I don’t look anywhere else now. Reeger covers all the bases thus far and I’m only at episode 15 on my way to catching up. Between her and...”Read full review »
Jrr6256 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/19
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“Reeger is amazing. Her practice is lucky to have her! I’ve enjoyed the guest hosts as well. I’ve been a Bariatric pt. For 16 years now, an RN as well. Her information is factual & non-judgmental.
And, to my surprise, her recent podcast of 6/2019 was my surgeon, Dr. Neil Floch here on the...”Read full review »
podclair via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/19
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“Reeger, I’m eternally grateful for having your life changing podcast in my daily life. I’m also a nurse who diligently searched for the best knowledge and support for my metabolic surgery journey, and then I discovered you....!! (Your three episodes with Dr. Randy Seeley are such an eye opener...”Read full review »
KatV:)SA via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/01/19
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“I anxiously await every episode. Reeger has the most accurate information for people considering bariatric surgery and beyond. I wish my immediate family would listen as well to help me in the process of life after weight loss surgery. 2 years post sleeve and I realize that I’ve just reached the...”Read full review »
MightyHappy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/19
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“I am heading for my information session with my bariatric center this month and in an effort to prepare and myself physically, mentally and spiritually. I am reading and listening to as much information as I can get. I am so grateful for this podcast. I started listening from the beginning. I...”Read full review »
DawnDuLong via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/09/19
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“I love this podcast and I’m always excited when a new episode comes out. Thank you for working so hard to bring relevant information to us post ops.”
fangirl_ca via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/29/19
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“I wish I had found this so much earlier on my journey, I love every episode and listen to many multiple times. I’ve learned more information here than I have from my own provider program.”
nikedison03 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/19
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“I accidentally came across your podcast, and I’m now eagerly listening to all 100 episodes! I m 64, and had RNY weight loss surgery three years ago. Your podcasts are helping me stay the course for now, and hopefully, for the rest of my life.”
Maralee P. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/19
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“Thank you so very much for this podcast! Exactly what I’ve needed for my sleeve education and links to much needed support.”
acs0425 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/19
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“I really love this podcast as I prepare for WLS. Really enjoyed Leslie’s story and diary from Mexico.”
cmmoc78 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/14/19
“This podcast is very informative and educational for anyone who wants to research WLS. Reeger is very caring, informative, compasstionate, and spends time to give you the goods and the bads of everything about WLS. Thanks Reeger and keep the info coming.”
Jaytissle55 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/27/18
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“I really like these podcasts and how they look at weight loss surgery from so many perspectives and how it effects all of life. The behaviorist at the surgeon's office where I will soon have surgery recommended these. I have been listening and taking notes, and it has been so helpful. Thank...”Read full review »
Fritzemama via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/17/18
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“Very Informative. Addictive. Interesting and understanding for the non medical professional looking information. Sitting back and Enjoy!”
jainscoe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/18
“Tgis pod cast has taught me sooooo much. Truly worth lisyening to all of the episodes”
Kftora via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/18
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“I absolutely LOVE this podcast. I have had the duodenal switch and I’m applying to graduate school for therapy, so this is an amazing reference for information and I love the interviews with other surgeons and patients. It’s so interesting to see how the experiences of some people can be so...”Read full review »
candicemd26 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/18
“I’m so glad I googled “best WLS podcasts” and found this as the top recommendation. So far I’ve enjoyed it immensely and identified with so much in it. I’m a little over a year out from VSG surgery, which was extremely successful. In fact, my surgery was beyond-my-wildest-dreams successful....”Read full review »
pilates practitioner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/18
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“These podcast are so incredibly awesome and helpful, the interviews are so real and raw I just love it!
Thanks Reeger al the way from Christchurch, New Zealand!”
Smuncho via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
07/11/18
“Thank you Reeger! Wonderful, positive, supportive content! I wasn’t prepared for my surgery.. I had no idea how big a deal this is... this Podcast has been my walking meditation to understand what this new life will look like for me.”
kgbhalloween via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/18
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“Reeger Cortell is simply fantastic. She is more than simply a Bariatric nurse practitioner, she is kind and gentle. She explains complicated topics and also challenges you to think differently about your body, mind and spirit. This is required listening for anyone considering weight loss...”Read full review »
Christine_Reeger_fan via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/01/17
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“Reegernis just the best! She presents the most comprehensive look at obesity, focusing on causes and conditions as much as results and outcomes of taking action. I so appreciate her soothing tone and wholistic approach. She is such a gift, and this podcast is a must-listen for all of us in...”Read full review »
Majestica10 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/17/17
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“Informational, interesting and well arranged. Reeger is articulate and also actually has a very soothing voice. I very much enjoy listening to this podcast. I am scheduled for 2018 for VSG.”
Sparklematica via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/17
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