Medical
Station:
TLC (US)
Status:
Running
Start:
2012-02-01
Rating:
8.7/10 from 3 users
TLC follows medical journeys of morbidly obese people as they attempt to save their own lives. The featured individuals -- each weighing more than 600 pounds -- confront lifelong emotional and physical struggles as they make the courageous decision to undergo high-risk gastric bypass surgery. In addition to drastically changing their appearances, they hope to reclaim their independence, mend relationships with friends and family, and renew their feelings of self-worth.
Next Episode is 'Jacky's Journey' (Season 13 Episode 5) and airs on 29 Jan 2025 19:00 (CDT).
S13E2 - Krystal A's Journey
Krystal has never let her weight get in the way, but the truth is her weight has really started getting in the way. She has the husband of her dreams who supports her unconditionally, but to have a happy future with him she has to get weight loss surgery.
Air Date: 08 Jan 2025 19:00 (CDT)
S13E3 - Karen's Journey
Karen has gotten so out of control with her eating that she's developed a fear of leaving the house and interacting with the world at her size. She needs Dr. Now's help, but can Karen ever qualify for weight loss surgery if she won't leave the house?
Air Date: 15 Jan 2025 19:00 (CDT)
S13E4 - Gary's Journey
Gary doesn't leave the bed anymore. He has his mom and a bevy of caretakers to get him what he needs, but his life is slipping away from him. He is so overweight that just getting to Houston may be out of the question if he can't stop eating.
Air Date: 22 Jan 2025 19:00 (CDT)
S13E5 - Jacky's Journey
At 6'3" and over 700 pounds, Jacky has barely had a chance to live. She's never fit in anywhere and has always felt out of place. Now that her parents have passed, she has a fresh chance to discover the world anew, but first she's got 500 pounds to lose.
Air Date: 29 Jan 2025 19:00 (CDT)
S13E6 - Deshaun's Journey
Deshaun takes being protective of his mom to the next level. He's over 700 pounds and won't leave his mother's apartment. Dr. Now and Dr. Paradise might be able to get him to leave the bedroom, but will Deshaun ever make it to Houston?
Air Date: 05 Feb 2025 19:00 (CDT)