Testimonials

Mrs. Sophie BEFORE "I was wheelchair - bound, bedridden and facing death." AFTER "Surgery has given me my life back. I feel young again!"

		Mrs. Sue BEFORE Mrs. Sue originally came to us with several co-morbid conditions including, Hypertension and Sleep Apnea. AFTER After undergoing surgery, her Hypertension has improved tremendously and Sleep Apnea has been resolved completely. "Having the Vertical Banded Gastroplasty procedure and the support of Dr. Norwood and his incredible staff, I was able to take off the weight in a healthy manner and keep it off.  My weight and my life are back to where it was 10 years ago, which is great sense I feel 10 years younger."

Amber BEFORE "I lacked confidence and was insecure." AFTER "Now I have a healthier outlook on life and more confidence about myself and life."

LAP-BAND Patient Robin, lost 150 lbs:
"I felt the gastric bypass was too drastic a surgery but I knew I needed to do 'something.' When I heard about the LAP-BAND, I knew immediately it was perfect. I knew that the LAP-BAND would help me lose weight with reduced food intake without the starvation and deprivation. If I got pregnant or got ill, all the fluid could be removed and I could have a temporary 'regular' stomach again. It seemed like a no-brainer!

Now, three and a half years after LAP-BAND surgery, I feel like a totally transformed person! The LAP-BAND changed my life!"

LAP-BAND Patient Brooke, lost 160 lbs:
"I was tired of living life at 292 lbs. I had success with other weight-loss methods, but none of them worked long-term. I have a son whom I did not want to embarrass one day. I wanted to be around to enjoy him growing up, to see him graduate and get married. I wanted to be healthy, and I wanted the woman on the outside to match the one on the inside.

As a nurse I researched as much as I could. I loved the fact that the LAP-BAND was the safest surgery available and that it was adjustable. I have lost 160 lbs. since my surgery, and I have to admit...I really love the way I look as well!"

LAP-BAND Patient Frank, lost 135 lbs:
"I enjoy backpacking and scuba diving. As I got heavier, it became increasingly more difficult for me to be active. I tried everything and was dedicated to losing weight - but nothing worked.

I didn't want to wind up with health problems. I am married and wanted to start a family. I felt as if I was losing control of my life, despite all of my efforts.

I chose the LAP-BAND because the surgery is much shorter and less risky, and recovery is quicker. I returned to work the day I was back from the hospital. Almost four years after my surgery, I am still in control of my weight and my life and enjoy every day I spend with my daughter."