Nashville's comprehensive weight loss support team.
02/25/2026
💬 Meet Jenna, our nurse practitioner
Jenna brings over a decade of healthcare experience to Nashville Weight Loss Solutions. After 10 years of nursing experience, she followed her dream and earned her masters of science in nursing from Vanderbilt University and is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner.
She is passionate about helping patients feel their best and reach their health and wellness goals. Jenna enjoys Pilates, travel, and walks around Centennial Park with her mini goldendoodle, Finn.
We are grateful to have Jenna on the NWLS team! 💛
02/23/2026
February is when motivation often gets quieter, and that is completely normal.
Our latest blog explores how to stay consistent when the excitement of January fades. It is not about restarting or pushing harder. It is about building steady habits, leaning on support, and trusting the process even when progress feels slow.
If you have been feeling discouraged or stuck, this read is for you.
One of the most important things to remember when starting your journey is that it is yours.
Emily reminds patients that no two paths look the same. Progress, timelines, and outcomes are personal, and comparison can take away from the work you are doing for yourself.
At Nashville Weight Loss Solutions, we meet each patient where they are and support them with care that honors their individual journey, every step of the way.
02/04/2026
🩺 Questions about GLP-1 medications and side effects are common and important.
Dr. Hugh Houston explains that while GLP-1s can cause side effects for some patients, serious complications are rare and carefully monitored. Understanding potential risks, knowing what symptoms to watch for, and having medical guidance in place are key to using these medications safely.
At Nashville Weight Loss Solutions, every treatment plan is individualized and supervised to prioritize safety, education, and long-term success.
01/28/2026
January is full of fresh starts, but lasting change does not come from extremes. 💙
Our latest blog reframes the “New Year, New Me” mindset into something more realistic and sustainable. Instead of pressure and perfection, we focus on consistency, support, and habits that fit real life.
If you are feeling motivated but overwhelmed this month, this read is for you. Sustainable progress is built one step at a time, and you do not have to do it alone.
🩺 Gastric sleeve and gastric bypass both reduce stomach size, but they work differently.
Dr. Hugh Houston explains how gastric sleeve focuses mainly on portion control, while gastric bypass adds intestinal rerouting that affects how the body responds to certain foods. Understanding these differences is key to choosing the option that best supports your long-term health.
01/14/2026
💬 Growing up around Dr. Hugh Houston shapes more than routines. It shapes perspective.
Hill shares how being around his dad’s work has influenced the way he thinks about health, confidence, and showing up for others.
12/25/2025
💙 Merry Christmas from all of us at Nashville Weight Loss Solutions!
This season, we are grateful for every patient who has trusted us with their health. Your strength, resilience, and commitment inspire us every day.
12/16/2025
💙 What is gastric sleeve surgery?
Dr. Hugh Houston breaks it down simply. Gastric sleeve reduces the size of the stomach and reshapes it into a long, narrow structure which helps patients feel full with smaller meals. It also lowers levels of the hunger hormone ghrelin, making it easier to stay consistent with healthy habits and maintain long-term results.
It is one of several effective options for patients who need a lasting, surgical approach to weight loss.
If you are starting to explore your options, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
12/10/2025
💙 Looking for quick, bariatric-friendly snacks this season?
Emily Crawford, our dietitian, shares some of her favorite grab-and-go options that make it easy to stay on track. Think simple, high-protein choices that fit into real life… especially on busy winter days.
String cheese, greek yogurt, meat sticks, and boiled eggs are all easy wins. The goal is the same: keep protein high, keep portions balanced, and choose snacks that support your long-term success.
What is your favorite high-protein snack right now?
11/20/2025
💙 Ever wondered why gastric bypass surgery works?
Dr. Hugh Houston explains it in simple terms: with a gastric bypass the stomach is made smaller and the intestines are rerouted to help reduce hunger, support portion control, and improve long-term weight management.
It is one of several effective options for patients who need a lasting, surgical approach to weight loss. At Nashville Weight Loss Solutions it is always paired with nutrition guidance and long-term support.
11/14/2025
💙 In this interview, Hill Houston shares one of his favorite memories with his dad, Dr. Hugh Houston.
While tagging along to see patients and sharing Dairy Queen blizzards afterward, those small Saturday moments became big memories for Hill. It is a glimpse into the heart behind Nashville Weight Loss Solutions.
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Send a message to Nashville Weight Loss Solutions:
For those looking to lose weight and lead a healthy lifestyle, it's time to meet Dr. Houston of Nashville Weight Loss Solutions. For more than 15 years, Dr. Houston has been helping patients achieve their weight-loss goals. With a passion of educating as many people as he possibly can on how to lose weight and be healthy, Dr. Houston utilizes a variety of tools in order to help each patient find the solution that's right for them. From gastric balloon to weight-loss medications, these tools enable him to help a greater number of people succeed in their weight-loss journey through the development of a comprehensive, personalized plan.
Dr. Houston is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), TN Chapter for the ASMBS, Obesity Action Coalition, Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons, Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, Nashville Academy of Medicine, and the Tennessee Medical Association.
But there’s more to know about Dr. Houston:
He was one of the first surgeons in the country to complete a fellowship dedicated to laparoscopic bariatric surgery.
He was the first surgeon in the area to perform robotic gastric bypass surgery and place the ORBERA® gastric balloon endoscopically.
He's a member of the team at TriStar Centennial Center for Weight Management, which was one of the first centers in the country to be recognized as an American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence.
He's helped thousands of patients in the middle Tennessee area lose weight and is passionate about helping his patients achieve healthy lifestyles.
Don’t wait another minute and contact Nashville Weight Loss Solutions today!
