“Gastric bypass has changed my life in more ways than one. It changed my mental, physical and emotional states. I relish my happiness and enjoy waking up every morning.”
Gastric Bypass
Traci’s challenges with her weight began when she transitioned from active teen athlete to college undergraduate, where poor eating habits and a less active lifestyle caught up with her.
After years of failed diets and “self-attempts” to adopt a healthier lifestyle, Traci considered bariatric surgery and enrolled in an informational seminar at Healthy Weight Management & Bariatric Surgery. However, it was her nephew’s innocent comment about how much he loved her “squish belly” that turned consideration into action.
Traci’s pre-surgical process was different than many patients. In addition to a six-month monitored diet, she completed extra counseling with a psychologist to develop a toolbox of healthy coping mechanisms. These sessions fully prepared her for the emotional aspects of life after surgery and being the person she knew she was meant to be.