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Dr. Phil

Dr. Phil

2002Ended21 Seasons3566 Episodes4.5TMDB

Using the power of television. European-American, Dr. Phil McGraw presents compelling stories about real people with a variety of emotional and behavioral problems, stripping away the shame and embarrassment that too often keep people from seeking help. It’s a show that is suppose to help people with their problems and to find a solution on live TV .

Created by: Oprah Winfrey, Phil McGraw
Season 10 · Episode 180

Robert: The Nearly 800-Pound Man

May 18, 2012·1h

Twenty-three-year-old Robert, who tips the scales at nearly 800 pounds, earned national attention when he made a desperate plea for Dr. Phil's help in a YouTube video that tallied more than a million views. With his call answered, see Robert make the arduous journey to Dr. Phil's stage with the assistance of two medical vans and five EMTs. Dr. Phil and Robert take a closer look at how he put on the weight, and what he needs to do to take it off. Is he really ready to make a change? Will Robert grab onto the lifeline Dr. Phil throws his way? And, Robert's mother, Nanette, shares her insight into her son's weight struggles. Has she unintentionally been enabling her son's condition? What role will she play in his recovery? Plus, log on to Dr. Phil.com after the show for a live video chat with Dr. Phil and Robert -- Friday, May 18 at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT! Then, you may remember self-admitted adult baby, Brett, who stirred controversy after he and his girlfriend, Cat, first appeared on Dr. Phil. Are they still a couple? Then, meet Bill, who says he'd like to adopt Brett and be his new “daddy.” Will Brett accept his offer?

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When did Dr. Phil Season 10 Episode 180 air?

Dr. Phil Season 10 Episode 180 aired on May 18, 2012.

How long is Dr. Phil Season 10 Episode 180?

This episode runs for approximately 60 minutes.

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