Couple Who Underwent Same Bariatric Surgery Get Engaged Exactly One Year Later

Ofek Kainer and Shay Nachmani each underwent bariatric surgery in adjacent operating rooms as complete strangers. A year later, after collectively losing 135 kilograms, they are engaged. Their story began in a post-surgery support group where they first connected over Zoom. Both decided independently to have the surgery for health reasons and lifestyle improvement, coincidentally at the same medical center and on the same day, unaware of each other's presence.

Their paths crossed during a virtual support meeting, where Shay recognized Ofek and reached out with a lighthearted message offering continued mutual support. This practical gesture quickly blossomed into a romantic relationship built on shared encouragement and understanding. The couple marked a symbolic milestone when Shay proposed exactly one year after their surgeries.