Nicole - 143 lbs. Weight Loss

My journey began when I was just a teenager. I struggled with my weight going up and down, and then it would go up higher than it was originally. I found myself in my 30′s with back problems, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. I knew at that point, I needed a permanent solution. I decided to have a Gastric Bypass, with Dr. Richards as my surgeon.

When I met with the BMI team for my initial surgical consultation, I was at my highest weight ever: 316 lbs. The surgery was done May 17, 2011 and my life has completely changed! I have lost a total of 143 lbs. and I am in great health! I no longer have diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. My back problems have also subsided. This was the best decision I have ever made in my life. Thank you to Dr. Richards and all the staff at BMI you changed and probably saved my life!

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