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I have always been the chubby girl, the sweet spirit. Throughout my life I have tried multiple kinds of weight loss programs. I had my surgery on January 17, 2005. I quickly lost 96 lbs in five months. I suddenly discovered a new person that I decided I liked. She was thinner, she was confident, she was kind and accepting, and she was beautiful. And I was her! Weight is still a battle, but at least now I have a handle on it. I know I can conquer the battle and I will.

I suffered from over half of the co-morbidities related to obesity including; high blood pressure, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, acid reflux and heart disease. The first time I met with Dr. Richards, it was all I could do to get from the parking lot to the doctor's office. If it hadnt been for Dr. Richards and her confidence in her ability to do this, I dont think I would have ever found a surgeon to do it. I now go by the simple motto: I eat to live, instead of living to eat.