Victoria + Janet's Medical Weight Loss Story* *Results may vary. Suzanne's Gastric Sleeve Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Brian's Gastric Sleeve Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Allison's Gastric Sleeve Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Erica's Gastric Sleeve Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight La-Fina's Gastric Bypass Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight John's Gastric Sleeve Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Timika's Gastric Sleeve Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Dawn's Gastric Bypass Success Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Lola Changed Her Life With Gastric Sleeve Surgery* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Maritza Still Going Strong After Gastric Bypass Surgery* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Brian's Weight Loss Surgery Success Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Kathy's Story: Gastric Sleeve Surgery Changed My Life* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Clif Lost 105lbs. With Gastric Sleeve* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Ella's LAP-BAND Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 55-80 percent of excess body weight Quentina Lost 160 Lbs* GASTRIC SLEEVE SURGERY I was really apprehensive about having surgery for weight loss. But when I reached 300 pounds, I knew I had to do something. I felt helpless and useless. I had aches and pains, shortness of breath and found myself buying bigger clothes every other month. One day I looked in the mirror and began to cry because I did not recognize the person staring back at me. As I met with the doctors and staff at New Jersey Bariatric Center, my fears started to fade away – definitely not all in one day, but over time. The staff was so supportive. At times I felt like they cared even when I didn't have the energy to. But still I was nervous right up to the day of the surgery, when Dr. Buwen came into the pre-op room and assured me that I was going to be fine. And he was right. I was more than fine! Post-op I had virtually no pain – just a little from the incisions, but not nearly what I had feared! I had managed to lose 35 pounds before surgery through my hard work and following the guidelines. The support continued after surgery. When I told the doctor that I couldn’t drink the milk-based protein shakes, I was scheduled to meet with the nutritionist, who told me about protein water. I was elated. It was like every problem I had, as long as I kept the office informed, they provided me with a solution. The doctors and entire staff made me feel like they cared just as much about my health and happiness as I did. Now I am proud to say I lost a total of 160 pounds including the weight I lost both before and after surgery. I once felt helpless and didn’t know where to turn to take control of my life again. Thanks to New Jersey Bariatric Center, my purpose is back and I am now the healthy and happy woman I knew I could always be. Surgery with NJBC got me started on the path I wanted to be on. I now look in the mirror and love the person staring back at me. *According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 55-80 percent of excess body weight. Excess weight is the amount of weight one needs to lose in order to have a “healthy” BMI of 25. Rebecca Lost 136 Lbs.* GASTRIC SLEEVE SURGERY Today I love being active. I run 3 to 5 miles daily and strength train. A year ago I lived in fear that I couldn’t keep up with my kids and so we stayed home and watch movies. I felt like life was not just passing me by, but my whole family, and I knew I had to make a change. I always knew I wanted to be a mom. When my son and daughter were born, I was thrilled each time with my role as a Mom, and eager to teach them everything I know and share everything I enjoy. But after my second child was born, I was 297 pounds and pre-diabetic. The person staring back at me in the mirror was someone I didn’t recognize. With the extra weight I was carrying around, I couldn’t participate in daily activities with my children such playing in the park or even riding their favorite rides at amusement parks. When I tried being active, my body would be in so much pain that I’d take Tylenol or Advil multiple times throughout the day. I tried all the fad diets, Jenny Craig and Nutrisystem. It worked at first, but once I went off it I’d gain back 20, 30 or even 40 pounds. I felt like a prisoner in my own body. I decided to have weight loss surgery with New Jersey Bariatric Center and had my sleeve gastrectomy in January 2018. I feel like my life improved 100 percent. I lost 136 pounds, have no more knee or joint pain and most importantly, I am no longer pre-diabetic. Not only did I lose weight I gained a love for being active, something I never was before. I’m now an avid runner. It feels great to be on the running trails working towards a healthier me. I incorporate my healthier lifestyle into activities with my family like playing in the park with my kids after school and chasing after them in the backyard. Instead of our movie nights, I now find myself strapped in next to them on all their favorite rides. My children are so supportive of their healthier and happier mom. If I’m having a bad day, my daughter reminds me of the motto I’ve followed since the beginning of my journey: “Can’t Stop. Won’t Stop.” Both my kids enjoy coming to the gym with me too and seeing their mom working towards her goals. Weight loss surgery is the best tool I could have asked for to get my weight in control. I work at it every day, and the staff at New Jersey Bariatric Center is always there to support me. I stay on track with their nutrition webinars and support groups, and their overall encouragement. My self-esteem has improved tremendously. With my healthier self, I have the confidence to tackle the day and enjoy the best of my life. *According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 55-80 percent of excess body weight. Excess weight is the amount of weight one needs to lose in order to have a “healthy” BMI of 25. Kristin Lost 70lbs* GASTRIC SLEEVE SURGERY I have been overweight since my mid-twenties. While pregnant, I gained a lot of weight and was never able to lose it. I have been on diets for most of my adult life and would lose 20 or 25 pounds and eventually gain it back and then some. Before I tried bariatric surgery, I tried Weight Watchers twice, Nutri-system, Slimfast, low carbs, salads, gym memberships, even prescription appetite suppressants. Everything would work for a short time, maybe 2-3 months and then I would start to stray from my plan. The single incident that was pivotal in my decision to investigate surgery was when I saw myself in photos at my son’s wedding. I could not believe that was me and how huge I was. I was mortified that my family and friends would see the pictures, even worse, that they had seen me in person like that. Gastric sleeve surgery at the New Jersey Bariatric Center has played a tremendous role in my weight loss journey. I have lost 70lbs within 7 months and I went from a size 24 to a size 14. Since my weight loss, I love that I can now sit in a booth at a restaurant with lots of room, fit in an airplane seat and know the seatbelt will not be too tight, run on a treadmill without being out of breath and, I’m looking forward to running around and playing with my future grandson (due in January). As a food scientist and an adjunct professor at a large university, part of our curriculum deals with nutrition. Since losing weight I can now teach without feeling like a fraud. At least once a week, people tell me how different I look. Even though that is very flattering to hear, it is the difference in how healthy and energetic I feel that is my real success story. I started jogging and plan to run a 5K with friends in the spring. The doctors of New Jersey Bariatric Center are amazing! Each one took the time to answer all of my questions and prepare me for pre- and post-surgery. The Registered Dietitians taught me how to plan meals and I felt that I could always be honest with them and receive real-life advice and feedback. The office staff was always friendly and helpful with insurance and billing issues. Even the hospital staff made some comments about how great NJBC doctors are and how lucky I am to be their patient. Thank you NJBC for giving me back my life and making me healthy! I would absolutely recommend New Jersey Bariatric Center to someone who is considering weight loss surgery. They changed my life. I wish I had done this 10 years ago. *According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 55-80 percent of excess body weight. Excess weight is the amount of weight one needs to lose in order to have a “healthy” BMI of 25.
Victoria + Janet's Medical Weight Loss Story* *Results may vary. Suzanne's Gastric Sleeve Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Brian's Gastric Sleeve Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Allison's Gastric Sleeve Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Erica's Gastric Sleeve Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight La-Fina's Gastric Bypass Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight John's Gastric Sleeve Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Timika's Gastric Sleeve Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Dawn's Gastric Bypass Success Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Lola Changed Her Life With Gastric Sleeve Surgery* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Maritza Still Going Strong After Gastric Bypass Surgery* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Brian's Weight Loss Surgery Success Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Kathy's Story: Gastric Sleeve Surgery Changed My Life* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Clif Lost 105lbs. With Gastric Sleeve* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 40-80 percent of excess body weight Ella's LAP-BAND Story* *Results may vary. According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 55-80 percent of excess body weight Quentina Lost 160 Lbs* GASTRIC SLEEVE SURGERY I was really apprehensive about having surgery for weight loss. But when I reached 300 pounds, I knew I had to do something. I felt helpless and useless. I had aches and pains, shortness of breath and found myself buying bigger clothes every other month. One day I looked in the mirror and began to cry because I did not recognize the person staring back at me. As I met with the doctors and staff at New Jersey Bariatric Center, my fears started to fade away – definitely not all in one day, but over time. The staff was so supportive. At times I felt like they cared even when I didn't have the energy to. But still I was nervous right up to the day of the surgery, when Dr. Buwen came into the pre-op room and assured me that I was going to be fine. And he was right. I was more than fine! Post-op I had virtually no pain – just a little from the incisions, but not nearly what I had feared! I had managed to lose 35 pounds before surgery through my hard work and following the guidelines. The support continued after surgery. When I told the doctor that I couldn’t drink the milk-based protein shakes, I was scheduled to meet with the nutritionist, who told me about protein water. I was elated. It was like every problem I had, as long as I kept the office informed, they provided me with a solution. The doctors and entire staff made me feel like they cared just as much about my health and happiness as I did. Now I am proud to say I lost a total of 160 pounds including the weight I lost both before and after surgery. I once felt helpless and didn’t know where to turn to take control of my life again. Thanks to New Jersey Bariatric Center, my purpose is back and I am now the healthy and happy woman I knew I could always be. Surgery with NJBC got me started on the path I wanted to be on. I now look in the mirror and love the person staring back at me. *According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 55-80 percent of excess body weight. Excess weight is the amount of weight one needs to lose in order to have a “healthy” BMI of 25. Rebecca Lost 136 Lbs.* GASTRIC SLEEVE SURGERY Today I love being active. I run 3 to 5 miles daily and strength train. A year ago I lived in fear that I couldn’t keep up with my kids and so we stayed home and watch movies. I felt like life was not just passing me by, but my whole family, and I knew I had to make a change. I always knew I wanted to be a mom. When my son and daughter were born, I was thrilled each time with my role as a Mom, and eager to teach them everything I know and share everything I enjoy. But after my second child was born, I was 297 pounds and pre-diabetic. The person staring back at me in the mirror was someone I didn’t recognize. With the extra weight I was carrying around, I couldn’t participate in daily activities with my children such playing in the park or even riding their favorite rides at amusement parks. When I tried being active, my body would be in so much pain that I’d take Tylenol or Advil multiple times throughout the day. I tried all the fad diets, Jenny Craig and Nutrisystem. It worked at first, but once I went off it I’d gain back 20, 30 or even 40 pounds. I felt like a prisoner in my own body. I decided to have weight loss surgery with New Jersey Bariatric Center and had my sleeve gastrectomy in January 2018. I feel like my life improved 100 percent. I lost 136 pounds, have no more knee or joint pain and most importantly, I am no longer pre-diabetic. Not only did I lose weight I gained a love for being active, something I never was before. I’m now an avid runner. It feels great to be on the running trails working towards a healthier me. I incorporate my healthier lifestyle into activities with my family like playing in the park with my kids after school and chasing after them in the backyard. Instead of our movie nights, I now find myself strapped in next to them on all their favorite rides. My children are so supportive of their healthier and happier mom. If I’m having a bad day, my daughter reminds me of the motto I’ve followed since the beginning of my journey: “Can’t Stop. Won’t Stop.” Both my kids enjoy coming to the gym with me too and seeing their mom working towards her goals. Weight loss surgery is the best tool I could have asked for to get my weight in control. I work at it every day, and the staff at New Jersey Bariatric Center is always there to support me. I stay on track with their nutrition webinars and support groups, and their overall encouragement. My self-esteem has improved tremendously. With my healthier self, I have the confidence to tackle the day and enjoy the best of my life. *According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 55-80 percent of excess body weight. Excess weight is the amount of weight one needs to lose in order to have a “healthy” BMI of 25. Kristin Lost 70lbs* GASTRIC SLEEVE SURGERY I have been overweight since my mid-twenties. While pregnant, I gained a lot of weight and was never able to lose it. I have been on diets for most of my adult life and would lose 20 or 25 pounds and eventually gain it back and then some. Before I tried bariatric surgery, I tried Weight Watchers twice, Nutri-system, Slimfast, low carbs, salads, gym memberships, even prescription appetite suppressants. Everything would work for a short time, maybe 2-3 months and then I would start to stray from my plan. The single incident that was pivotal in my decision to investigate surgery was when I saw myself in photos at my son’s wedding. I could not believe that was me and how huge I was. I was mortified that my family and friends would see the pictures, even worse, that they had seen me in person like that. Gastric sleeve surgery at the New Jersey Bariatric Center has played a tremendous role in my weight loss journey. I have lost 70lbs within 7 months and I went from a size 24 to a size 14. Since my weight loss, I love that I can now sit in a booth at a restaurant with lots of room, fit in an airplane seat and know the seatbelt will not be too tight, run on a treadmill without being out of breath and, I’m looking forward to running around and playing with my future grandson (due in January). As a food scientist and an adjunct professor at a large university, part of our curriculum deals with nutrition. Since losing weight I can now teach without feeling like a fraud. At least once a week, people tell me how different I look. Even though that is very flattering to hear, it is the difference in how healthy and energetic I feel that is my real success story. I started jogging and plan to run a 5K with friends in the spring. The doctors of New Jersey Bariatric Center are amazing! Each one took the time to answer all of my questions and prepare me for pre- and post-surgery. The Registered Dietitians taught me how to plan meals and I felt that I could always be honest with them and receive real-life advice and feedback. The office staff was always friendly and helpful with insurance and billing issues. Even the hospital staff made some comments about how great NJBC doctors are and how lucky I am to be their patient. Thank you NJBC for giving me back my life and making me healthy! I would absolutely recommend New Jersey Bariatric Center to someone who is considering weight loss surgery. They changed my life. I wish I had done this 10 years ago. *According to national studies, bariatric surgery results in an average weight loss of 55-80 percent of excess body weight. Excess weight is the amount of weight one needs to lose in order to have a “healthy” BMI of 25.
