Duc C. Vuong

Dr. Vuong is a renowned weight loss surgeon from the Houston area. He received his education at Rice University and Texas A&M Medical School, and completed surgical residency in Houston. He is currently the Director of Bariatrics at Lovelace Health Systems in Albuquerque.

He is nationally recognized for his development of a successful support group program that keeps patients on track toward their long-term weight loss goals. He knows that preoperative education and postoperative support groups are the keys to becoming a happy and successful weight loss surgery patient. His book "Ultimate Lap-Band Success: The Support Surgeon's Guide to Getting More From Your Gastric Band" has been consistently popular with patients. His newest book "Ultimate Gastric Sleeve Success: A Practical Patient Guide To Help Maximize Your Weight Loss Results" builds on his popular quiz and answer format, and is available now.

His practical, no nonsense approach to life and weight loss has made Dr. Vuong a very popular speaker at patient conferences. He has a starring role in TLC's 2013 "900 Pound Man: Race Against Time."

Check out his online community at www.SleeveAcademy.com, where he provides online courses and regular live broadcasts!