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Make It A Great Journey! The Podcast

25 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

"Make It A Great Journey! The Podcast" is where you get to hear insights from leading health care professionals along with testimonials from everyday men and women who are on their weight loss journey to better health! The podcast is focused on bariatric weight loss and the different types of weight loss surgeries: gastric band, gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and revision surgeries, offered by certified medical offices. The podcast was shares professional insights to help individuals chart a path toward long term weight loss success. The book "Make It A Great Journey! A Companion Guide For Weight Loss Surgery Success" is available online at Barnes & Noble, Amazon, iBooks, and other major retailers. For more information visit www.aimglobalenterprises.org.

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Episode 11: The Bariatric Collective - Vitamin Deficiencies with Suraya Nikwan, Accredited Practising Dietician

March 13, 2022 05:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

On today's the podcast we have Suraya Nikwan from the Bariatric Collective located in Brisbane, Australia. Suraya is a Accredited Practicing Dietician who has helped several of her patients over the years improve their nutritional health.  I invite you to lean into this conversation as Suraya and I discuss vitamin deficiencies, how to identify them and  how to get the support that you need as a bariatric patient. Make It A Great Journey! The Podcast is focused on sharing information and in...

Episode 10: The Bariboss with Tabitha Johnson Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor

February 04, 2022 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

On today’s podcast we have the founder of BariBoss™, Tabitha Johnson, is a Certified Health & Life Coach, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor in the State of Nevada. She also successfully underwent bariatric surgery in January of 2017. Today’. I invite you to lean into this conversation as Tabitha shares what she contributes to the world of bariatrics  and her story. Make It A Great Journey! The Podcast is focused on sharing information ...

Episode 09: Thriving 😊 (Not Just Surviving😩) During the Holidays

December 14, 2021 01:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

YOUR GUIDE TO THRIVE DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON On this episode of the podcast I’m excited to share 10 Key Responders that will help you during the holidays. So I invite you to lean in as we discuss not just how to survive the holiday season, but how to THRIVE!  Make It A Great Journey! The Podcast is focused on sharing information and insight to an audience of individuals who have experienced or who are interested in bariatric weight loss.  The podcast host, Amy Brothers, engages medical ...

Episode 08: The Skin Factor with Board Certified Dermatologist, Dr. Brooke Jackson, MD, FAAD

November 05, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

On our podcast today we have Dr. Brooke Jackson, board certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon. After completing two fellowships:  Laser Surgery at Harvard and a second in Mohs, she founded the Mohs Surgery Unit at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Dr. Jackson then moved to Chicago, where she founded the Skin Wellness Center of Chicago and held a clinical faculty position in the Department of Dermatology at Northwestern University. In 2013, Dr. Jackson relocated to the Triangle ...

Episode 07: Podcast Listener's Q & A with Amy

October 07, 2021 23:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

The Make It A Great Journey! podcast is focused on sharing information and insight to an audience of individuals who have experienced or who are interested in bariatric weight loss.  The podcast host, Amy Brothers, engages medical professionals who share their expertise on the subject matter. Our goal is to help individuals chart a path toward long term weight loss success. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate,  and/or leave a  comment. We’d love to hear from you! If you have specific ...

Episode 07: Podcast Listener's Q & A with Amy!

October 07, 2021 23:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

The Make It A Great Journey! podcast is focused on sharing information and insight to an audience of individuals who have experienced or who are interested in bariatric weight loss.  The podcast host, Amy Brothers, engages medical professionals who share their expertise on the subject matter. Our goal is to help individuals chart a path toward long term weight loss success. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate,  and/or leave a  comment. We’d love to hear from you! If you have specific ...

Episode 06: Your Forever Health Journey with Laura Smith, Southern Surgical & Associates

September 03, 2021 01:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

 Continuing on your path to long term weight loss success means making smart choices, having accountability, and maintaining  a great team of supporters that come alongside you on the journey! In this episode Laura and I continuing the conversation on the importance of your support group and the support teams to have in place for long term weight loss success. I invite you to lean into this conversation as we discuss how to maintain a forever health journey. This is Part 2 of the conversatio...

Episode 05: The Art of Bariatrics: Understanding Our Internal Ecosystem: Our Gut with Dr. Erika La Vella, DO, FASMBS, and Bonnie Buckingham, MS, RDN, CDCES.

August 05, 2021 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

On this podcast we have Dr. Erika La Vella, and Bonnie Buckingham. This is a board-certified WLS surgeon and dietitian team who have dedicated their lives to helping people overcome their struggle with obesity. Together they have developed “The Art of Bariatrics”. Dr. Erika and Bonnie's passion is to  guide people to learn more about their bodies to create a more functional and healthier one. I invite you to lean into this conversation as we learn more about the importance of good gut health...

Episode 04: Healthy Habits Count: Making Smart Food Choices with Mary Norcera, RD, LDN

July 01, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

The Make It A Great Journey! podcast is focused on sharing information and insight to an audience of individuals who have experienced or who are interested in bariatric weight loss.  The podcast host, Amy Brothers, engages medical professionals who share their expertise on the subject matter. Our goal is to help individuals chart a path toward long term weight loss success. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate,  and/or leave a  comment. We’d love to hear from you! If you have specific...

Episode 4_Healthy Habits Count: Making Smart Food Choices with Mary Norcera, RD, LDN

July 01, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

The Make It A Great Journey! podcast is focused on sharing information and insight to an audience of individuals who have experienced or who are interested in bariatric weight loss.  The podcast host, Amy Brothers, engages medical professionals who share their expertise on the subject matter. Our goal is to help individuals chart a path toward long term weight loss success. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate,  and/or leave a  comment. We’d love to hear from you! If you have specific...

Episode 4: Healthy Habits Count: Making Smart Food Choices with Mary Norcera, RD, LDN

July 01, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

The Make It A Great Journey! podcast is focused on sharing information and insight to an audience of individuals who have experienced or who are interested in bariatric weight loss.  The podcast host, Amy Brothers, engages medical professionals who share their expertise on the subject matter. Our goal is to help individuals chart a path toward long term weight loss success. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate,  and/or leave a  comment. We’d love to hear from you! If you have specific...

Episode 3: Navigating Challenges_Weight Loss Surgery Procedures with Dr. Wiljon Beltre

June 03, 2021 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

On our podcast today we have Dr. Wiljon W. Beltre. Dr. Beltre is a Board Certified surgeon and is the Director of the Orlando Center for Metabolic and Obesity Surgery located in Central Florida. Dr. Beltre believes that with commitment, hard work, and long-term support, it is always possible to achieve weight loss success! This podcast will focus on some of the challenges that occur with weight loss procedures, along with actionable steps that will help you to navigate your journey. I invit...

Episode 3: Navigating Challenges: Weight Loss Surgery Procedures with Dr. Wiljon Beltre

June 03, 2021 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

On our podcast today we have Dr. Wiljon W. Beltre. Dr. Beltre is a Board Certified surgeon and is the Director of the Orlando Center for Metabolic and Obesity Surgery located in Central Florida. Dr. Beltre believes that with commitment, hard work, and long-term support, it is always possible to achieve weight loss success! This podcast will focus on some of the challenges that occur with weight loss procedures, along with actionable steps that will help you to navigate your journey. I invit...

Episode 03: Navigating Challenges: Weight Loss Surgery Procedures with Dr. Wiljon Beltre

June 03, 2021 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

On our podcast today we have Dr. Wiljon W. Beltre. Dr. Beltre is a Board Certified surgeon and is the Director of the Orlando Center for Metabolic and Obesity Surgery located in Central Florida. Dr. Beltre believes that with commitment, hard work, and long-term support, it is always possible to achieve weight loss success! This podcast will focus on some of the challenges that occur with weight loss procedures, along with actionable steps that will help you to navigate your journey. I invit...

Episode 03: Navigating Challenges: Weight Loss Surgery Procedures with Dr. Wiljon Beltre, Bariatric Surgeon

June 03, 2021 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

On our podcast today we have Dr. Wiljon W. Beltre. Dr. Beltre is a Board Certified surgeon and is the Director of the Orlando Center for Metabolic and Obesity Surgery located in Central Florida. Dr. Beltre believes that with commitment, hard work, and long-term support, it is always possible to achieve weight loss success! This podcast will focus on some of the challenges that occur with weight loss procedures, along with actionable steps that will help you to navigate your journey. I invit...

Episode 02: Our Mental Health: A Journey To Better Self With Dr. Toni Johnson Liggins

May 06, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

 In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Toni Johnson Liggins, psychiatrist,  describes what a healthy mental state looks like, how to identify depression, defines anxiety, and shares with us how to get help in order to chart a path to our better selves. Dr. Liggins graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed residency training in psychiatry at the Cleveland Clinic. She practiced psychiatry for over 25 years in several clinical settings including inpatient psychiatric ...

Episode 02: Our Mental Health: A Journey To Better Self With Dr. Toni Johnson Liggins, Clinical Psychiatrist

May 06, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

 In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Toni Johnson Liggins, clinical psychiatrist,  describes what a healthy mental state looks like, how to identify depression, defines anxiety, and shares with us how to get help in order to chart a path to our better selves. Dr. Liggins graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed residency training in psychiatry at the Cleveland Clinic. She practiced psychiatry for over 25 years in several clinical settings including inpatient psy...

Episode 2: Our Mental Health_A Journey To Better Self With Dr. Toni Johnson Liggins

May 06, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

 In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Toni Johnson Liggins, psychiatrist,  describes what a healthy mental state looks like, how to identify depression, defines anxiety, and shares with us how to get help in order to chart a path to our better selves. Dr. Liggins graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed residency training in psychiatry at the Cleveland Clinic. She practiced psychiatry for over 25 years in several clinical settings including inpatient psychiatric ...

Episode 2: Our Mental Health: A Journey To Better Self With Dr. Toni Johnson Liggins

May 06, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

 In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Toni Johnson Liggins, psychiatrist,  describes what a healthy mental state looks like, how to identify depression, defines anxiety, and shares with us how to get help in order to chart a path to our better selves. Dr. Liggins graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed residency training in psychiatry at the Cleveland Clinic. She practiced psychiatry for over 25 years in several clinical settings including inpatient psychiatric ...

Episode 01: Bariatrics 101 With Laura Smith

April 01, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

 The Make It A Great Journey! podcast is focused on sharing information and insight to an audience of individuals who have experienced or who are interested in bariatric weight loss.  The podcast host, Amy Brothers, engages medical professionals who share their expertise on the subject matter. Our goal is to help individuals chart a path toward long term weight loss success. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate,  and/or leave a  comment. We’d love to hear from you! If you have specific...

Episode 01: Bariatrics 101 With Laura Smith, Southern Surgical & Associates

April 01, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

 The Make It A Great Journey! podcast is focused on sharing information and insight to an audience of individuals who have experienced or who are interested in bariatric weight loss.  The podcast host, Amy Brothers, engages medical professionals who share their expertise on the subject matter. Our goal is to help individuals chart a path toward long term weight loss success. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate,  and/or leave a  comment. We’d love to hear from you! If you have specific...

Episode 1: Bariatrics 101 With Laura Smith

April 01, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

 The Make It A Great Journey! podcast is focused on sharing information and insight to an audience of individuals who have experienced or who are interested in bariatric weight loss.  The podcast host, Amy Brothers, engages medical professionals who share their expertise on the subject matter. Our goal is to help individuals chart a path toward long term weight loss success. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate,  and/or leave a  comment. We’d love to hear from you! If you have specific...

Episode 1: Bariatrics 101 With Laura Smith and Amy Brothers

April 01, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

The Make It A Great Journey Podcast is released the First Thursday of each month. The podcast focuses on bariatric weight loss and the different types of weight loss surgeries. It was curated to share professional insights to help individuals chart a path toward  long term weight loss success. On today’s podcast we have Laura Smith who is the Bariatric Customer Care Coordinator at Southern Surgical. Southern Surgical Associates is located in Greenville, NC with Drs. Wade Naziri and William C...

Official Trailer_Make It A Great Journey

March 26, 2021 22:00 - 1 minute - 1.4 MB

The Make It A Great Journey! podcast is focused on sharing information and insight to an audience of individuals who have experienced or who are interested in bariatric weight loss.  The podcast host, Amy Brothers, engages medical professionals who share their expertise on the subject matter. Our goal is to help individuals chart a path toward long term weight loss success. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate,  and/or leave a  comment. We’d love to hear from you! If you have specific ...

Official Trailer: Make It A Great Journey

March 26, 2021 22:00 - 1 minute - 1.4 MB

The Make It A Great Journey! podcast is focused on sharing information and insight to an audience of individuals who have experienced or who are interested in bariatric weight loss.  The podcast host, Amy Brothers, engages medical professionals who share their expertise on the subject matter. Our goal is to help individuals chart a path toward long term weight loss success. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate,  and/or leave a  comment. We’d love to hear from you! If you have specific ...