'My 600-Lb Life' Fans Happy Dr Now Is Not Retiring

My 600-Lb Life star Dr. Now has left many fans worried following the end of Season 12. It was speculated that the bariatric surgeon would hang up his scalpel. However, TLC surprised fans after announcing that Dr. Now is returning for a new season. Keep reading to see his latest post regarding the show.

My 600-Lb Life: Dr. Now’s Alleged Retirement

Many viewers believed Dr. Now would retire following the end of Season 12. TLC never announced a renewal, and the bariatric surgeon began promoting a different weight loss show. In addition to that, some viewers noticed that the My 600-Lb Life star was moving slower last season. At the age of 80, many fans also suggest Dr. Now enjoy his life. But it seems this won’t be the case for the Iranian surgeon.

Dr. Now From My 600-lb Life, Sourced From TLC YouTube

Fan Happy Dr. Now Is Not Retiring

Dr. Now recently took to Instagram to share a clip of himself endorsing his new show. He revealed that the first season of 6000-Lb Diaries with Dr. Now just premiered. According to Dr. Now, it focuses on stories of 10 morbidly obese individuals trying to turn their lives around. It has the same concept as My 600-Lb Life, which just premiered its 13th season. Many fans also took to the comments section to express their happiness with Dr. Now’s new project, shutting down rumors that he’s retiring soon.

“I love how there were rumors of retirement & you hit us with not only a new season of 600lb life, but a whole new show too! Way to go doc!!”
“He’s an awesome doctor. I just love him. I wish he could practice forever.”
“Already have it scheduled to record! God bless you Dr. Now for the gift of another chance for your patients…you are such a gift to our world!”
“I love your show Dr now and will be watching your show tonight.”

My 600-Lb Life: Dr. Now’s First Patient Of Newest Spinoff

The first episode of 6000-Lb Diaries with Dr. Now featured the story of a patient named Chelsey. She’s been battling weight issues for her whole life and avoided Dr. Now for over a decade. But she finally found the courage to turn her life around and joined the reality show. She was eager to get the bariatric surgery. However, Chelsey must prove herself to Dr. Now first and naturally shed pounds.