Patient Stories

IRMC's Weight Management and Bariatric Surgery Institute offers a wide range of both surgical and medical (non-surgical) weight loss options designed to help patients achieve improved health and wellbeing. Learn about the inspiring weight loss stories of real IRMC patients!

Tina's Story

Tina was at the doctor’s office for her annual checkup when she was asked to step on the scale.

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Ken's story

Ken Scavnicky was tipping the scales at around 440 pounds. Only 33 years old at the time, he had been battling weight problems for half his life and saw an early death as a very real concern.

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Trish's Story

Trish had always been content with her weight until four years ago, when she quit smoking and subsequently gained approximately 60 pounds.

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Karla's Story

Karla had been gradually gaining weight over the years, to the point it had started to significantly affect her well-being and quality of life.

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Alicia's Story

Alicia is very pleased with the outcome of her gastric bypass surgery.

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Jillian's Story

Jillian shares her experience as a post-operative patient and recalls what it was like to stay in the hospital.

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