'1000-Lb Sisters' Tammy Slaton's Doctor Speaks Out About Her 500-Pound Weight Loss

1000-Lb Sisters star Tammy Slaton has been open with viewers about the challenging process of losing 500 pounds, and fans couldn't be more proud. Now, one of her biggest supporters is speaking out about all the hard work she's done and why she's such an inspiration.

Last week, Slaton shared a video to Instagram about her partnership with Pop Recovery Systems, a medical group that specializing in bariatric and plastic surgery.

"My journey isn’t everyone’s journey, but I know many of you have been inspired by the growth you’ve seen in me over the years," she wrote in her caption.

"I have to say, one of the biggest game-changers for me recently has been connecting with Pop Recovery Systems. They’ve met me right where I am and helped guide me through the next chapter of my transformation," Slaton continued.

Slaton's doctor, Eric Smith —also a partner and bariatric medical director at Pop Recovery Systems—showed up in the comments to give his famous patient a shout-out.

“You have always had an impact on those who have enjoyed following your journey @queentammy86,” Smith wrote. “Watching you now take this step to help others change their life and their health like you did is inspiring. So proud of you!!”

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Fans praised Slaton, who is looking into skin removal surgery following her dramatic weight loss, for helping to prove that this kind of major physical transformation is possible.

"You've come so for and I'm so proud of what you've done," commented one Instagram user.

"Everyone is so proud of you!! You’ve done so well and you deserve it. Can’t wait too [sic] see what you do in the future," agreed a second person.

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