My weight loss journey began in the fall of 2008, when during a family outing, I found myself watching my sister play with my children because I was simply unable to.

At 336 lbs., I was struggling with diabetes, arthritis in my lower back and knees, and continued shortness of breath. I realized that if I didn't do something about my weight, I would always be watching my children play rather than playing with them.

"2 years and 146 lbs after bariatric surgery,
I am a new woman!"   -Gloria

I am off the diabetes medication, I no longer suffer from lower back and knee pain, and my energy level is unbelievable! I now work out 4 - 5 times a week, and am able to keep up with my daughters the way I've always wanted! I am living life to the fullest!

The reality of morbid obesity is that it puts people who are 100 or more pounds overweight at a greater risk of developing very serious medical conditions. Bariatric surgery offers hope and help to those who have tried repeatedly to lose excess weight and keep it off.

Weight loss is only one benefit of bariatric surgery - It can also help improve or resolve pre-existing medial conditions associated with obesity, such as Type 2 diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), high cholesterol, polycystic ovary syndrome, obstructive sleep apnea, joint pain and gastroesophageal reflux disease. *