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When Rita Booth's weight began affecting her success at work and her health, she started researching bariatric surgery.
She found the “right surgeon” — UPMC's George Eid, MD — at the “right time” and had gastric bypass surgery on August 5, 2010.
Since surgery, Rita has donated more than 150 pounds of dog food (for every pound she's lost) to her local humane society in Dr. Eid’s name.
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Jason Doptis struggled with his weight ever since high school.
He tried every diet and exercise program, to no avail. After researching weight loss surgery options, he finally decided to have the laparoscopic adjustable gastric band procedure.
Now, 125 pounds lighter, Jason feels healthier and more confident.
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At 360 pounds, Robert Dunkerley's weight was affecting his health.
After spending 40 days in a coma, and almost a year in the hospital, Mr. Dunkerley made a choice that would change his life: he underwent gastric bypass surgery.
Just six months after surgery, he ran a 5K race.
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To Darryl Granata, losing weight was more than wanting to look good; it was a matter of life or death.
When his doctor told him he'd be dead in five years if he didn’t lose weight, Mr. Granata found a life-changing solution: bariatric surgery.
Now he feels younger and more energetic.
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For years, Norma Hufnagel struggled to lose weight.
Facing a future of diabetes, worsening back pain, and even a liver transplant, Ms. Hufnagel knew that she couldn’t win her weight loss battle alone. She needed help…and needed it fast.
Bariatric surgery and healthy lifestyle changes saved her life.
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Lori Inserra was mindful of the many health challenges brought on by excess weight. Her father died of a heart attack at age 49.
So, when her doctor told her she was a good candidate for gastric bypass surgery, she turned to UPMC in search of a healthier life.
Now, 136 pounds lighter, she's able to do things she couldn't do before having bariatric surgery.
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On a visit to his doctor in 2005, Steve Iwanicki learned he wouldn’t be around much longer if he didn’t get his diabetes under control.
Steve had gastric bypass surgery on July 24, 2005, a day that he calls “his new birthday.” Three months later, his diabetes was gone.
Losing a total of 224 pounds, Steve says bariatric surgery has been a tool for a healthier, happier life.
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Lynn Oslosky was petite most of her life until she gave birth and had a hysterectomy.
Unable to lose the 75 pounds she gained, she was more concerned with her rising blood pressure and blood sugar.
In March 2009, Lynn had gastric bypass surgery and has never looked back.
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Stephanie Ruby dealt with weight issues all of her life.
Time and again she lost and regained weight. These short-term successes left her depressed and always feeling hungry — not just for food — but for a solution.
One year after bariatric surgery, Ms. Ruby has lost 131 pounds, is happier than ever, and says it's the best thing she’s ever done for herself.
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Nina Wilson's unhealthy eating habits began in childhood.
After years of "quick fixes," and watching her parents develop obesity-related health issues, Nina made a life-long commitment to her health.
Since having bariatric surgery in 2008, Nina has kept off the 100 pounds she lost. Her motto? “Life is Good. Faith + Action = Results.”
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