In PEOPLE’s exclusive clip of ‘1000-Lb. Sisters,’ Tammy Slaton visits her bariatric surgeon Dr. Eric Smith for a weight loss check-in and learns she surpassed her doctor’s goals
People Editorial GuidelinesSmith tells Tammy that she looks “awesome” and shares his excitement that she no longer needs a wheelchair to get around.
“I was absolutely thrilled for Tammy and incredibly proud of her progress, but not surprised,” Smith tells PEOPLE. “Tammy has consistently demonstrated her dedication to making sustainable lifestyle changes to maximize the benefits of her surgery. I've emphasized the importance of making small, daily adjustments to ensure not only her continued progress but also her long-term success. She's truly committed to her health journey.
“Generally, we want patients to have achieved the majority of their weight loss and maintained a stable weight for 3-6 months before proceeding with skin removal,” he explains. “However, in Tammy’s case, she has a significant amount of loose skin that’s affecting her mobility and contributing to other health concerns. Given this, it makes sense to consider surgery sooner rather than later, even though she will continue to lose weight in the future.
“Every time, I feel an overwhelming sense of happiness because she’s finding both health and joy,” Smith adds. “That’s truly all you can wish for in a patient.”Star Tammy Slaton's Weight Loss Doctor Is 'So Proud' of Her for 'Inspiring' Others
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