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Patient Success Stories

TRICIA L.

BEFORE WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY

 AFTER WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY

 ALT

Weight:    259 lbs.

 

Size:   22/24

Weight:    144 lbs.

 

Size:   6/8

ALT

  "Losing the excess weight has made huge changes in my life.  All of my health problems have disappeared.  I no longer take medications, other than my vitamins.  I am able to do so many things that I couldn't do before: enjoy a day at Six Flags or fit easily into those little airplane seats.  Being healthier has given me the confidence to be ore outgoing and has inspired people in my family to live a healthier lifestyle."  
  "When undertaking such a huge commitment to your health, it is imperative to find a doctor with whom you feel comfortable.  Finding the right surgeon for me made my surgery a great success!  The doctors and staff were all very helpful and were able to answer any question I had regarding the surgery.  They were honest and forward about all of the challenges involved and helped me at every step.  My doctor was very thorough."  


WILLIAM H.

 BEFORE WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY

 AFTER WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY

 ALT

Weight:    360 lbs.

 

Waist:     56 inches

Weight:    220 lbs.

 

Waist:    38 inches

ALT

 

"[As a result of losing weight], I stopped taking my meds, sleep all night, do not have problems taking the stairs and can run without getting out of breath... I feel my wife and I have gotten closer, and the sex life does get better. 

 

"I will be around for my children and grandchildren."

 
  "The thing that impressed me most about my doctor was that he cared and went the extra step to explain everything that was going to happen... I am very satisfied with the care I received.  Dr. Coe and staff go the extra mile to ensure you understand everything and that you have the support, both medical and personal, during every phase of your surgery...  I have seen other people who have had other surgeons do the surgery and did not get the support or the help that I received."