Your trusted hub for real stories, expert advice, and life-changing insights into the world of bariatric surgery and weight management.
Hosted by clinical nutritionist Jacqui Lewis, the Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast brings you inspiring patient journeys, in-depth discussions with leading specialists, and the latest evidence-based information on obesity, metabolic health, PCOS, mental wellness, and post-surgery life. Whether you’re preparing for weight loss surgery, supporting a loved one, or seeking long-term tools for sustainable health, our blog brings podcast highlights, extended interviews, and practical tips directly to you.
Because weight loss isn’t just physical—it’s emotional, personal, and deeply human. And you’re not alone on this journey.
What if weight loss has never been about willpower? What if the reason you’ve struggled isn’t because you lack discipline — but because you’re fighting biology? In this powerful episode, obesity specialist GP and dietitian Dr Mais Hussein breaks down what most people misunderstand about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Yes, they work. No, they are not magic. And without the right support, they can fail you — not because the medication doesn’t work, but because it was never meant to work alone. Obesity Is a Chronic Disease — Not a Character Flaw One of the most important takeaways from this episode is this: Obesity is driven by complex hormonal dysregulation — not laziness. Dr Mais explains that people living with obesity may be battling over 100 hunger-regulating hormones. Hormones like ghrelin (the hunger hormone), leptin (satiety), cortisol (stress), insulin (storage), and inflammatory markers all interact in ways that
Why the future of obesity treatment isn’t “either/or” but “both/and” The Truth About GLP-1 Medications and Bariatric Surgery with Dr. Melissa Beitner 🔬 The Evolving Landscape of Obesity Treatment For years, obesity treatment was seen as a choice between surgery or medication. But that black-and-white thinking is changing. In this
Unpacking money stories, self-worth, and the hidden blocks that hold women back 💡 Why Smart Women Still Struggle With Money You can be brilliant at your career, successful in business, and highly educated—yet still feel stuck, ashamed, or overwhelmed when it comes to money. Why? In this episode of the
A Modern Conversation About Fertility with Kirsten Karchmer Rethinking conception, hormones, and the power of listening to your body “Your menstrual cycle is the most powerful diagnostic tool we have — and it’s free.” – Kirsten Karchmer 🌱 Rethinking Fertility: More Than Trying Harder When it comes to fertility, the
Healing Beyond Medicine: Low-Carb Living, Breathwork, and Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Avi Charlton “True healing begins not with medicine, but with food, breath, and daily habits.” In this inspiring episode of the Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast, Jacqui Lewis sits down with Dr. Avi Charlton, a Melbourne-based GP and founder
Fighting for Better Care: The Endometriosis Journey with Donna Ciccia How lived experience, advocacy, and collective action are reshaping care for Australians with endometriosis Endometriosis affects 1 in 7 Australian women by age 49 — yet most still wait more than six years to receive a diagnosis. In this eye-opening
with Nicole Lange | AWLS Podcast “When you help, you see life as weak; when you fix, you see life as broken — but when you’re in service, you see life as whole and beautiful.” Reimagining Women’s Health Through a Holistic Lens In a world dominated by symptom-focused treatments, Nicole
