Episode 1 Weight Loss

March 25, 2026

Real Talk with Hurley:
Weight Loss

You’ve got questions about weight loss, and we’ve got the experts to answer them.

Whether you’re curious about surgery, medications, injections, nutrition, or simply where to begin — Dr. Kristoffer Wong, Bariatric Surgeon, and Hannah Welter, Registered Dietitian, sit down for an honest conversation covering the full spectrum of weight loss options available at Hurley Comprehensive Weight Loss Center.

No scripts. No sales pitch. Just real answers to real questions.

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Real Talk with Hurley: Weight Loss

Questions & Answers

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Surgical Weight Loss

Q1 What types of weight loss surgery are offered?

What types of weight loss surgery are offered?
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Q2 How do I know I'm a good candidate for weight loss surgery?

How do I know I'm a good candidate for weight loss surgery?
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Q3 How much weight can you actually lose with weight loss surgery?

How much weight can you actually lose with weight loss surgery?
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Q4 What does the weight loss surgery process look like and what is recovery time?

What does the weight loss surgery process look like and what is recovery time?
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Q5 What lifestyle changes are needed after weight loss surgery?

What lifestyle changes are needed after weight loss surgery?
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Q6 Do I have to try other options before weight loss surgery?

Do I have to try other options before weight loss surgery?
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Non-Surgical Programs

Q7 Tell us about the 12-week non-surgical weight loss program.

Tell us about the 12-week non-surgical weight loss program.
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Q8 Is the 12-week non-surgical program covered by insurance?

Is the 12-week non-surgical program covered by insurance?
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Q9 What is the best first step to change your diet and lose 10–15 pounds?

What is the best first step to change your diet and lose 10–15 pounds?
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GLP-1 Medications

Q10 What GLP-1 weight loss medication options does Hurley offer?

What GLP-1 weight loss medication options does Hurley offer?
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Q11 Should you have a physician's guidance when using GLP-1 medications?

Should you have a physician's guidance when using GLP-1 medications?
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Q12 Can you take GLP-1 medications long term?

Can you take GLP-1 medications long term?
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Q13 What happens when you stop taking GLP-1 medications?

What happens when you stop taking GLP-1 medications?
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Your Questions, Answered

Q14 What support is there if you regain weight after surgery?

What support is there if you regain weight after surgery?
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Q15 I have knee replacements and limited mobility — what can I do to lose weight?

I have knee replacements and limited mobility — what can I do to lose weight?
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Q16 I had gastric sleeve with minimal results — is there another surgery option?

I had gastric sleeve with minimal results — is there another surgery option?
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Q17 Not reaching goals after surgery and currently on GLP-1 — what are my options?

Not reaching goals after surgery and currently on GLP-1 — what are my options?
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Getting Started

Q18 Where do I start to get a weight loss surgery consultation?

Where do I start to get a weight loss surgery consultation?
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Q19 Can someone work one-on-one with a dietitian for weight loss?

Can someone work one-on-one with a dietitian for weight loss?
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Closing remarks and where to find weight loss support at Hurley

Closing remarks and where to find weight loss support at Hurley
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Panel of Experts

Kristoffer  Wong, DO, FACOS Profile Photo
Kristoffer Wong, DO, FACOS
  • Surgery (General)
  • Surgical Critical Care/Trauma
  • Bariatric Surgery

Hannah Welter
Hannah Welter
  • Registered Dietitian, Hurley Comprehensive Weight Loss Center

Your Host

Lisa Marie - Host
Lisa Marie
  • Host, Real Talk with Hurley

Lisa Marie is Hurley's Digital & Grassroots Marketing Coordinator and a former mid-Michigan radio personality.


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