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Real Talk: 12% of Americans report using GLP-1 medications

In an episode of Real Talk, Denver7's Micah Smith discusses the many questions surrounding the immediate and long-term impacts of these type of drugs with patients, doctors and counselors

November 17, 2025
Dr. Frank Chae visits with Denver7’s Micah Smith in hospital courtyard.

More than 12% of Americans have used a GLP-1 medications for weight loss, according to a KFF (formerly Kaiser Family Foundation) poll involving about 1,500 respondents. Bariatric surgeon Dr. Frank Chae from Denver Center for Bariatric Surgery at HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge said GLP-1’s are a tool that can save lives.

Watch the Denver7 Real Talk with Micah Smith episode.

Learn more about Dr. Chae and the team at Denver Center for Bariatric Surgery.

Published:
November 17, 2025
Location:
HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge