Younan Nowzaradan

Doctor

Birthday October 11, 1944

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Tehran, Iran

Age 79 years old

#20,398 Most Popular

About

Also known as "Dr. Now" who is known as a general and vascular surgeon. He appeared on the reality television series My 600-lb Life. Based in Houston, he specializes in gastric bypass surgery. His medical knowledge has led him to amass over 1.2 million Instagram followers. 

Before Fame

He graduated from the University of Tehran in Iran in 1970. He began by focusing on eating habits and has expanded to surgery where he is known for not rejecting high-risk clients. 

Trivia

He has a medical membership to a variety of organizations including the American College of Surgery, the American Medical Association, and the Texas Medical Association in Harris County. 

Family Life

He married Delores Nowzaradan in 1975. They had three children together. His son Jonathan is the producer of My 600-lb Life. 

Associated With

His patients have been featured on a variety of shows including Oprah Winfrey's television show. 

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