'My 600-lb Life' Dr. Now Shuts Down Twisted Allegations

My 600-lb Life star Dr. Now is back with new updates amid speculations that he’s retiring. There have been rumors that TLC has parted ways with him after Season 12, which may be the reason why the show still hasn’t been renewed. But it seems Dr. Now is not done with helping people and even took to social media to shut down the allegations he’s receiving. Keep reading to see his shocking post.

My 600-lb Life: Dr. Now Shares Makes New Business Move

Dr. Now recently took to social media to share a new healthcare product. The My 600-lb Life star endorsed a portable Automated External Defibrillator, which is critical for life-saving situations. Many were also stunned by Dr. Now’s fresh and glowing look. It appears the bariatric surgeon is resorting to promotion amid speculation that he’s about to hang up his scalpel. In addition to that, Dr. Now also makes extra income by making personalized videos on Cameo.

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Dr. Now Shuts Down Negative Allegations About His Career

In an Instagram post, Dr. Now shared a clip of himself calling out the false allegations he’s been receiving throughout his career. One of them is about taking patients that are only above 600 pounds. According to the My 600-lb Life star, he accepts patients who want to shed pounds no matter their weight. He also shuts down rumors that he only performs bariatric surgeries, adding that he also specializes in GLP-1 Agonist, lipo shots, medications, behavioral changes, and nutrition management.

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“I love the way that even small weight loss goals are taken seriously . I’ve lost thirty two pounds by doing diet n exercise and I still marvel at the huge losses on the show in short timeframes . Mine fell off so slowly I was defo jealous.”
“love you Dr Now. You give hope to us all. Thanks for all you do.”
“You are the best. Thanks for all.”
“Thank you Dr Now for doing what you do to help people to loose weight and live longer.”

My 600-lb Life: Dr. Now’s Retirement Rumors

Dr. Now’s retirement is inevitable, especially at his age. However, the 79-year-old is showing no signs of slowing down. While there is no filming for My 600-lb Life, Dr. Now puts his attention on social media, spreading awareness about the growing number of childhood obesity cases in the U.S. He also endorsed a new weight loss show called Quarter Ton Teen, which mainly focuses on teens dealing with severe obesity.