Weight Loss Episodes
June 24, 2025
You Lost Weight, But Now You Look Like a Melted Candle
You find yourself looking in the mirror after major weight loss and thinking, “Where do I even begin?” Loose skin on your stomach, thighs, arms, or butt feels overwhelming, and Googling “body lift” only adds to the confusion. Can you do it all at...
Jan. 21, 2025
Life After Body Lift: What to Expect
Imagine finally seeing the results of your weight loss journey without extra skin. Body lift surgery isn’t just about removing extra skin, it’s about finally seeing the finish line. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Johan Brahme ...
Oct. 1, 2024
Meet Jason: Skinny Shot Clinical Lead & Operating Room Nurse
Jason is a key player at LJC, leading our Signature Skinny Shot program and overseeing patient care efforts in the pre-op area and recovery room. Jason's nursing background and expertise in health education make him the perfe...
Sept. 27, 2022
Patient Stacy: How I Went From a Size 24 to a 6
After losing 90 lbs, Stacy’s saggy breasts were a constant reminder that confidence was more than the number on the scale. A close friend recommended she consult with LJC plastic surgeon Dr. John Smoot. Together, Dr. Smoot an...
Jan. 25, 2022
What Losing 100+ Lbs Does to Your Body (& How Plastic Surgeons Can Fix It)
There’s nothing quite as magical as the elation of someone who’s lost weight and then had a complete body lift. LJC plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes is here to address all the complexities surrounding this life-changi...