Dr. Younan Nowzaradan
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About
Weight-loss surgeon known as Dr. Now, most known for his appearance on My 600-lb Life. He has also been featured on Skin Tight, Half Ton Killer, and Worlds Heaviest Dad, Mom & Son. He is currently affiliated with Houston Obesity Surgery.
Before Fame
He was born and raised in Tehran, Iran. He graduated from the University of Tehran in 1970 with a Doctor of Medicine degree.
Trivia
Dr. Now made several appearances at different theme parks in Texas to promote health awareness in the early 2000s. He posts life and work updates on his YNowzaradan Twitter account.
Family Life
He married Delores McRedmond in 1975. They had three children and were divorced in 2002. His son Jonathan Nowzaradan works as a director and producer for My 600-lb Life.
Associated With
The patients he treated on My 600-lb Life include Sean Milliken, James Bonner, and Gina Krasley.
