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See a Life\u00a0Change<\/em><\/h2>\n

See how the UC Health Weight Loss Center has inspired, educated and empowered patients to find their healthy weight. Because our programs and resources are tailored to each individual, the stories of our patients\u2019 journeys are as unique as each patient. See their amazing life changes for yourself.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”945″ img_size=”1280×720″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″]

Tara\u2019s Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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A Story of Resilience and Transformation: Sleeve Gastrectomy Success<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Tara was once a high school and college athlete who never had to think twice about staying active and fit. However, as time went on, she found herself trapped, which eventually led her to make a life-changing decision and utilize the UC Health Weight Loss Center.<\/p>\n

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Briana\u2019s Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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Transformation Through Gastric Sleeve Surgery Fuels Hope for a Brighter Future<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Briana shares her remarkable transformation through lifestyle changes, pre-and post-surgery dedication, and the liberating feeling of newfound freedom.<\/p>\n

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Angi\u2019s Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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Significant Weight Loss and a Bonus\u2014No More Acid Reflux<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Angi Albertson struggled on and off with weight gain and obesity for her entire life, but recent complications and gastroesophageal issues made daily activities almost unbearable.<\/p>\n

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Andrew and Nichole\u2019s Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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Gastric Sleeve for Two<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Bariatric surgery enables the launder family to lead a healthy lifestyle.<\/p>\n

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Mike's Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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Gastric Sleeve Surgery Can Lengthen Your Life<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Mike Mercier of Florence, Kentucky, is not unlike many people who have faced lifelong challenges with weight.<\/p>\n

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Venita's Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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Success After a Second Gastric Sleeve Surgery<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Many of us have heard the saying, \u201cIf at first you don\u2019t succeed, try, try again.\u201d Venita McClair openly shares that she had weight-loss surgery twice.<\/p>\n

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Megan's Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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Achieving Major Weight Loss with Gastric Sleeve Surgery and Healthy Lifestyle<\/strong><\/h4>\n

For Megan, gastric sleeve weight loss surgery was the first step to a journey of discipline and lifestyle changes. Through it all, she achieved amazing results, including 270lbs lost.<\/p>\n

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Kami & Jake's Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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Same Day, Same Surgeon, Same Weight Loss Journey<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Kami and Jake Barnes have been married for nearly 15 years. When you first meet them, it is obvious that they are the best of friends.<\/p>\n

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Matt's Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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Gastric Sleeve Surgery Restores Matt\u2019s Mobility \u2014 and Zest for Life<\/strong><\/h4>\n

When Matt Carmack, age 55, reflects on his relationship with weight over his lifetime, he begins by saying, \u201cI guess I\u2019ve been husky all my life \u2014 I wore \u2018size husky\u2019 pants in grade school.\u201d.<\/p>\n

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Lurinda's Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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Weight Loss Surgery Enables Lifesaving Kidney Transplant<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Lurinda Smith grew up in the 1970s, a different era when food was simpler and more natural, and an abundance of snacks between meals was not at our disposal as they are today.<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”910″ img_size=”1280×720″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″]

Katie's Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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Weight Loss Surgery Enables the Joy of Motherhood<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Katie Lee has always been a girl with a plan. Active since she was young, she played multiple sports in high school and remained \u201con-the-go\u201d as she entered college.<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”909″ img_size=”1280×720″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″]

Erica's Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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Breaking Out from the Emotional Prison of Obesity<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Erica Dille, 42, of Hamilton, was once a prisoner in her own home, too embarrassed and ashamed to go out in public because of her morbid obesity.<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”908″ img_size=”1280×720″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″]

Shane's Story<\/span><\/a><\/h3>
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Chasing Life<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Not that long ago, a short walk used to exhaust Shane Vicars. Today, Shane has completed 10 marathons within 12 months. And he\u2019s not planning to take his running shoes off anytime soon.<\/p>\n

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Attend a FreeEducational Seminar<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div>
Take the first step to achieve long-term, healthy weight loss success. Our free weight loss seminar is a great way to learn more, ask question and explore your options.<\/p>\n

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