Why Taking GLP-1s Before Surgery Could Be Fatal (Aspiration Risk Explained)

The Cutting Edge #26 Are you currently taking a GLP-1 medication (like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound) and planning for plastic surgery or general anesthesia? In this critical episode of The Cutting Edge Podcast, host Mel sits down with bariatric therapist Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes and board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Omar Beidas to unpack the medical, psychological, and surgical risks every patient must know. If you are navigating weight loss surgery, post-bariatric skin removal, or GLP-1 therapy, this video explains why stopping your injection before surgery isn't optional—it could literally save your life. 👇 SUBSCRIBE for transparent, expert-backed insights on bariatric recovery and plastic surgery! https://www.youtube.com/c/OurSleevedLifePodcast?sub_confirmation=1 🌟 IN THIS EPISODE: While GLP-1 medications are revolutionary for weight loss and metabolic health, they carry a hidden risk under general anesthesia: delayed gastric emptying. Dr. Beidas breaks down the ...