Since her bariatric surgery in December 2018, Lara has lost 150 pounds. She credits her continued success to her steadfast
During her younger years, Sonia spent most of her time caring for the needs of her family, while often ignoring
Jamal’s life was at risk. Severely diabetic, and unable to lose weight through traditional methods, this former college linebacker had
For years and years, Shelley tried to lose weight but traditional methods weren’t working for her. Finally, she successfully lost
Surgery is not the final answer. How many times have you heard that? It’s true, and that is our mission
There are several definitions of obesity. If one looks in the Merriam-Webster dictionary the definition reads: a condition that is
After a lifetime of being called “big guy” Wendell decided to make a change. See how Roper St. Francis helped
Leah lost over 80 pounds and gained a ton of confidence. Learn how weight loss surgery with the Roper St.
Alex Appel, clinical dietitian for Roper St. Francis Bariatric and Metabolic Services, offers a healthy alternative to the popular –
As a costume designer with a local theater, Paul’s job is to make people look great, but he didn’t feel
Stacy’s weight loss has opened up a whole new world for her. In October of 2011, she had bariatric, weight
Roper St. Francis Healthcare celebrates Isis, a bariatric surgery patient. Over the years, Isis tried to lose weight by following
Bariatric surgery limits the amount of food you can consume and in the case of gastric bypass, limits the amount
Dr. Ken Mitchell, Bariatric Surgeon and Medical Director of Roper St. Francis Bariatric and Metabolic Services, discusses short and long-term
Jennifer can currently be seen around town in Roper St. Francis commercials and billboards telling her inspiring weight loss story.
Roger’s doctor told him his weight was killing him. With his extra weight, Roger felt miserable all time – he
Jean yoyo dieted ever since she was a little girl. She would lose weight and then gain it back plus
Carolyn gradually gained weight after being in a bad car accident. Her weight made her feel self conscious and tired.
Bariatric surgery is a surgical option for morbidly obese individuals who have not had success with other weight loss therapies