Before & Afters
Jennifer’s Story
Operation Date: February 2013 Weight Loss: 100 lbs.Procedure: Gastric Sleeve Hi my name is Jennifer and I am 40 years old. I have battled with my weight for the past 20 years trying all types of popular diets and even medications for weight loss as well. In doing...
Don’s Story
Date Operation: January 2013 Weight Loss: 131 LBS Category: Sleeve Since I was about 11 years old, I have always been heavy. I was a big guy in high school, and had some pretty significant self-esteem issues. I would typically peak in weight over 300...
Vickie and James’ Story
Operation Date: June 2012Weight Loss: 208 lbs.Procedure: Gastric Sleeve My name is James Preston. I started my journey with Dr.Stowers in December of 2012 @ 286.7 lbs and 49 years of age. I am 23 months out now and weigh 178 lbs. I have seen my health take a...
Rachael’s Story
Operation Date: March 2010 Weight Loss: 125 lbs.Procedure: Gastric Bypass I had tried every diet and every exercise out there and nothing worked. It then got to the point where my health was being affected by the high blood pressure, borderline diabetic,...
Michelle’s Story
Operation Date: January 2009Weight Loss: 133 lbs.Procedure: Lap Band Before Lap-Band surgery, I was so depressed because I had tried almost everything to get the weight off and more importantly to keep it off for the last 20 years. I heard about bariatric surgery...
Randy’s Story
Date Operation: October 2007Weight Loss: Coming SoonProcedure: Gastric Bypass Oct. 22, 2007, I had Gastric Bypass surgery for my birthday, which is now known as my "re-birthday". Leading up to this life changing event were a multitude of health related issues. I...
Forrest’s Story
Operation Date: August 2007Weight Loss: 110 lbs.Procedure: Lap Band I have always been overweight but once I turned 30, I began to hurt and just not feel well and decided to do something about it. I have more energy and I can spend more time with my kids. I now...
Marian’s Story
Operation Date: March 2007 Weight Loss: 117 lbs. Procedure: Gastric Bypass Prior to surgery, I was 408 lbs. I was a registered nurse working in labor and delivery. It was getting to the point where I could see an end to my career, it was everything I could to get...
Lisa’s Story
Operation Date: February 2007Weight Loss: 75 lbs.Procedure: Lap Band I am now able to go outside and am able to shop. I no longer have acid reflux, sleep apnea or diabetes. I tried everything including weight watchers and diet pills, nothing worked and every time...