Beloved My 600-lb Life star Dr. Younan Nowzaradan, known as Dr. Now, has garnered a dedicated fan base who admire his unwavering commitment and hard work. Despite being 79 years old, he continues to perform surgeries and treat patients with complex weight issues. Dr. Now is renowned for his no-nonsense approach and “tough love” attitude towards his patients on the show. However, some Redditors were surprised by their personal encounters with the bariatric surgeon. Read on to discover why.
Speculations have arisen regarding Dr. Now’s future on the show, with some suggesting that he may retire after Season 12. Viewers have noticed that the My 600-lb Life star appears to be moving at a slower pace compared to before, and many believe that he deserves to enjoy his life at his age. Dr. Now has not yet confirmed whether he plans to retire soon. However, fans were taken aback when he promoted a new weight loss show called Quarter Ton Teen on AETV. It’s worth noting that Dr. Now will not be appearing on the show but endorses it to raise awareness about the increasing rates of youth obesity in the United States.
A Reddit user, u/victorinoes, recently shared their experience of meeting Dr. Now. The user and their mother were on a work trip to Houston when they decided to visit Dr. Now’s office, hoping to obtain a shirt and a book. To their surprise, Dr. Now personally came out of his office to meet them.
According to the Redditor, the My 600-lb Life star engaged in a lengthy conversation with them and displayed genuine kindness. They even shared a photo of the book Dr. Now signed with a personalized message that read, “With best wishes to Victoria.” Commenters on the post were amazed by Dr. Now’s warmth and charisma, with some expressing admiration for his distinctive white beard.
“I absolutely adore his beard!”
“That little white goatee is so adorable. Your mom and her boss also have great style. Stylish women!”
“Dr. Now is the man.”
“Aww, having a personalized book inscription is amazing!”
“He’s such a sweetheart.”
“I wish I had a job where I could take a detour and meet Dr. Now. That’s so cool!”
“This is so heartwarming. I’m happy for you!”
Dr. Now consistently shows appreciation for the immense success of My 600-lb Life and the support from his fans. In March, he organized a meet-and-greet event at his office following the premiere of Season 12. He signed books and provided souvenirs to the fans, expressing his happiness at the long line of supporters outside his office. Additionally, Dr. Now utilizes Instagram to offer advice on leading a healthy lifestyle.