I can't say how much Dr Weir has helped me with his treatment. The Lipomelt equipment & subsequent treatments are the only way to go - 7 years post RNY gastrointestinal surgery & 5 years post upper arm reduction (which left my skin crepey & oddly shaped). I feel like a million bucks, more energy and less pain - and I have chronic pain and several diagnoses to prove it. I wouldn't drive 2 hours if this wasn't a special place with state of the art equipment even the big fancy places have! In regard to losing weight, if you don't follow instruction, you won't lose weight - plain & simple. Ten out of 5 stars!