GLP-1 vs Surgery: What Works Best? | Bariatric Expert

October 1, 2025

Bariatric surgeon Dr. Nicole Basa reveals why you don't need to weigh 600 pounds to qualify for life-changing weight loss surgery. In this eye-opening episode of The Kind Revolution Podcast, Dr. Georgine Nanos interviews Dr. Nicole Basa, a fellowship-trained board-certified surgeon who has performed over 9,000 bariatric and general surgeries. 


Dr. Basa pioneered robotic bariatric surgery in Central Texas and now leads BNA Surgeons and BNA Medical Aesthetics in Austin, Texas. Dr. Basa breaks down misconceptions about bariatric surgery, explains how patients can see diabetes resolution within days after surgery, and compares the effectiveness of surgical interventions versus GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro. She reveals shocking data about muscle loss differences between the two approaches and discusses why combining multiple modalities - including TMS therapy with ExoMind - creates the most comprehensive treatment outcomes. 



 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: 

✓ Real BMI requirements for bariatric surgery qualification 

✓ How robotic surgery works and why it's revolutionary 

✓ Why diabetes can resolve within days after bypass surgery 

✓ The truth about muscle loss with GLP-1 medications 

✓ Body composition differences between surgical and medical weight loss 

✓ How TMS therapy eliminates food noise and cravings 

✓ Post-surgery recovery reality vs scary myths 

✓ Combining bariatric surgery, aesthetics, and brain health 

✓ The role of emotional eating in weight regain 


 KEY TOPICS COVERED: Bariatric surgery candidacy and qualification requirements Robotic surgical technology and patient outcomes GLP-1 agonists (Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy, Zepbound) Muscle preservation during weight loss Diabetes resolution mechanisms after gastric bypass ExoMind TMS therapy for food noise and cravings Aesthetic medicine integration with bariatric care Emotional eating and anxiety management Comprehensive wellness approach to weight management Body composition analysis and monitoring Perfect for anyone considering weight loss surgery, currently taking GLP-1 medications, struggling with emotional eating, or healthcare providers interested in comprehensive bariatric care approaches. 


ABOUT DR. NICOLE BASA: Fellowship-trained board-certified surgeon with over 9,000 bariatric and general surgeries performed. Pioneer of robotic bariatric surgery in Central Texas. Founder of BNA Surgeons and BNA Medical Aesthetics in Austin, Texas. Integrates surgical expertise with aesthetic medicine and mental wellness treatments. 



 BNA SURGEONS & BNA MEDICAL AESTHETICS 

📍 Austin, Texas 

🏥 Robotic bariatric surgery and aesthetic medicine 

🌐 Bamedicalcenter.com 


 This conversation reveals the future of weight loss treatment - comprehensive care that addresses surgery, medication, aesthetics, brain health, and emotional wellness together. SHARE THIS VIDEO: Essential viewing for anyone navigating weight loss options and seeking evidence-based guidance. This content is for educational purposes only. Consult with qualified healthcare providers for personalized weight loss recommendations.

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