MUSC Weight Loss Surgery Program

If you're looking for some New Year motivation, check out James's story on our blog - he had surgery with Dr. Lesher as an adolescent and is doing FANTASTIC... congrats James!! We are so proud of you!

Meet James I struggled with my weight and knew something had to change in order for me to have a healthier life.

Looking to add some "pep" to your dinner tonight? Bell Pepper Nachos are a great way to boost your vitamin intake, reduce your overall saturated fat intake, and satisfy your cravings all at once!

What We're Eating: Bell Pepper Nachos Bell Pepper Nachos are a great way to boost your vitamin intake, reduce your overall saturated fat intake, and satisfy your cravings all at once!

Mark Your Calendars:
Registration for YWM2022-Virtual
Opens April 5th!

Get ready because registration for the Obesity Action Coalition's PREMIER weight and health conference, YWM2022-Virtual, OPENS April 5th! Join us May 14th – 15th to take part in a weekend packed with education and connection opportunities! YWM2022-Virtual offers multiple registration options to meet all needs, including a FREE option.


YWM2022-Virtual will take place on OAC's Convention online platform and promises to deliver the most immersive online educational experience bringing together individuals eager to learn more about how to tackle their weight, health, nutrition, exercise and more!

To learn more about YWM2022- Virtual:

YWM-Virtual - Your Weight Matters Convention   May 14 – May 15, 2022 | Presented on the YWM Convention Online Platform About the Virtual Program The OAC is proud to host YWM-Virtual each year to provide all individuals seeking information on weight and health the ability to access quality education on OAC’s Convention online platform. Wit...

If you missed January's virtual support group about overcoming a weight loss plateau, you should check out our recent blog post for the highlights!

Managing Weight Plateau Bariatric surgery can come with many challenges related to weight plateaus.

We are LONG overdue for an Eat This, Not That suggestion! Checkout our recent blog post for some frozen dinner tips when you are in a bind!

Eat This, Not That: TV Dinners When chosen correctly, a TV dinner can be a great meal. Kylie Purifoy talks about what to look for.

We now have a new blog on our website where all of our blog posts from the past couple of years can be found - if you are looking for new recipes or diet tips, this is a good place to start!

We. Love. Support. The MUSC Health Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Program Blog We. Love. Support: A blog for the MUSC Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Program dedicated to supporting you on your weight loss & maintenance journey.