
Welcome to The BariNation Podcast, your go-to resource for all things bariatric surgery. Hosted by real patients, we're here to support you on your weight loss journey, whether you're considering surgery or have already taken the plunge. You will find bariatric surgery insights, expert interviews, nutritional tips, and strategies to maximize and maintain weight loss here. We dive deep into our emo... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 296 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationHealth & FitnessSelf-ImprovementAlternative Health | |||

In this engaging conversation, Aimee Rothe, a board-certified bariatric nurse and post-op bariatric patient, shares her journey from being a medical provider who sought treatment for her obesity after a harrowing experience with a patient, when she w... more
The BariNation Podcast is a production of the BariNation Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit that advances metabolic wellness for people living with obesity by providing evidence-based education, stigma-free support, and meaningful connections in the momen... more
The BariNation Foundation
The BariNation Podcast is a production of the BariNation Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit that advances metabolic wellness for people living with obesity by providing evidence-based education, stigma-free support, and meaningf... more
Today changes everything.
In this special episode of the BariNation Podcast, we officially announce the launch of the BariNation Foundation, a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting people fighting the chronic ... more
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This has been a good listen and great information and resources for bariatric patients
I would like to hear much more from the 3 guests. There just wasn’t enough time with them. Love the show.
I’ve listened to one ep and I’m HOOKED! Keep them coming- this is needed!!!!
Love the info shared on this podcast and as a bariatric patient I’ve learned a lot thanks to the guest they interview but the foul language is undesirable in a podcast and makes me want to stop listening. 4 stars because of the language only. Otherwise such good info for vsg, please include some DS guests and info too!
I came across this podcast as I have been on my own journey. I have been working hard on journey but where I want/need the most of anything is the support - the “been there done that” support of peers that know exactly what I’m going through. Listening to these podcasts has not only educated me through my journey but it also feels like they are really talking to/with you. It feels sooo good to find such realistic and supportive people that have been in your shoes. Listening to these podcasts is... more
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The show centers on bariatric surgery, obesity as a disease, and holistic, patient-centered care. Recent episodes spotlight representation and equity in obesity treatment, community-building through a foundation, practical fitness approaches like rucking, and metabolic-health strategies that treat the whole person, not just weight. Guests range from medical professionals and researchers to advocates and post-op patients, with a strong emphasis on reducing stigma, improving access to care, and sharing real-world experiences and actionable guidance for listeners navigating bariatric journeys. A standout aspect is the blend of medical expertise with lived experience and community-building, making it feel both scientifically grounded and emotio... more
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Recent guests on The BariNation Podcast include:
1. Aimee Rothe
2. Katie Booker
3. Monique Coleman
4. Dr. Damon Tanton
5. Carah Horn
6. Melanie Lindell
7. Dr. Richard Peterson
8. Dr. Faiz Shariff
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