BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: This November, the medical “docu-reality” series, BIG MEDICINE returns for a one-hour reunion special on the popular cable TV network TLC, featuring Father & son surgical team, Drs. Robert & Garth Davis along with patients Jennifer, Marc, Tiffany & Tonia. This issues cover story gives a behind the scenes interview with the staring doctors, sharing their personal perspective about their role in the treatment of obesity and what it’s like participating in the series. Read how the show came to be and how it’s become a useful resource for patients all around the world.

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW OF COVER STORY: Khaliah Ali, daughter of sports legend Muhammed Ali, “fights” to be her own self-made woman. Determined to forge her own path in life, her story of fighting obesity and overcoming life’s trials and tribulations is incredibly moving and undeniably inspirational. A true humanitarian with many talents and merits including author, lecturer, fashion designer, advocate for better health and loving mother. Read how this extraordinary woman is carving out her own niche in the world and enhancing her family legacy.

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: A love of food and a passion for cooking, Chef Rick Ceglio shares his talent with students at Walter L. Sickles High School in Tampa, Florida. See how this compassionate man, who lost over 200 lbs, teaches kids about healthy foods along with the importance of making a difference within their school and community.

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Turning her own struggles with obesity into a personal crusade, Barbara Thompson has earned the nickname, “the Voice of Obesity”. Her contributions comprise of numerous nationwide speaking engagements, obesity sensitivity training and author of the first patient-to-patient guide to weight loss surgery. Most importantly traveling and meeting people, allows her to continue her mission of showing obese people that they are not alone.

BREIF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Stacey Halprin faces her challenges head on. Stacey reflects on the last five years of her life about compulsive eating, body image and how changing thoughts and behaviors can help achieve long-term weight loss success.