Pop Culture Podcast
Pop Culture Podcast, hosted by Laura Alexis, CEO of Pop Recovery Systems, and Dr. Eric Smith, DO FASMBS, offers a unique look at weight loss surgery and plastic surgery from both patient and surgeon perspectives. Laura, a visionary and passionate advocate for patient care, and Dr.Eric Smith, a pioneer in robotics for general surgery, explore the health and wellness industry, body image, and self-care. While they do dive into the life-changing effects of weight loss surgery and plastic surgery, they also focus on the journey of health and wellness with insight from the coolest guests. Tune in for expert insights, candid stories, and a well-rounded view of the transformative impact of these procedures from both sides of the operating table.
Pop Culture Podcast
Revolutionizing Weight Loss and Wellness with Dr. Jonathan Kaplan on GLP-1 Medications, Bariatric Surgery, and Lifestyle Changes
In this episode of the Pop Culture Podcast, Dr. Eric Smith and Laura are joined by Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, plastic surgeon and founder/CEO of DrWell, to discuss the latest trends in health, wellness, and fitness. With a deep-rooted passion for medicine, Dr. Kaplan shares his expertise on the growing obesity epidemic and how innovative solutions like GLP-1 medications, bariatric surgery, and long-term lifestyle changes are transforming weight loss and overall health.
In 2022, Dr. Kaplan’s team at DrWell began noticing a rise in patients with high BMI, prompting them to expand their services to include weight loss coaching, non-surgical treatments, and wellness medications. DrWell, a leading Provider-to-Consumer (PTC) platform, is revolutionizing how patients access healthcare by offering consultations, digital prescriptions, and continuous support for a healthier lifestyle.
Key topics covered in this episode:
- The role of GLP-1 medications in weight loss and wellness
- The benefits of bariatric surgery in managing obesity
- The importance of long-term lifestyle changes for sustainable fitness
- How health insurance is evolving to cover bariatric surgery and wellness treatments
- The future of Provider-to-Consumer (PTC) models in health and wellness
- How DrWell is reshaping fitness, health, and wellness care for better access and results
If you’re interested in health, wellness, fitness, and the latest weight loss solutions, this episode offers expert insights into how new treatments, technologies, and lifestyle approaches are changing the way we approach fitness and well-being.
Follow Dr. Jonathan Kaplan on Instagram @realdrbae and TikTok @drwellrx