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Gastric Sleeve Was the Best Decision of my Life. Weight is Melting off - West Des Moines, IA

UPDATED FROM hailmaryvikes
9 years post

A new low

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hailmaryvikes
WORTH IT$22,500
Down to 190 pounds and doing regular exercise. It’s great to have a partner that is committed to the same journey. GLP-1 medication has made a difference on the last 60 pounds of weight loss. All of my test results are normal now. Keep fighting you guys.

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Mark L. Smolik, MD

Bariatric Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery

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May 20, 2025
I just want to thank you for all your posts. Very helpful. I am considering the surgery and your posts are very inspiring. Congratulations on your success!
UPDATED FROM hailmaryvikes
9 years post

Dropped 50 over the past year with a renewed focus.

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hailmaryvikes
It’s been difficult to keep the weight off even with the advantages of a gastric sleeve. The past year I’ve had great luck with the help of an amazing wife. I also had skin reduction surgery in December. Keep fighting the good fight. 195 pounds now from my high if 230 pounds before Bariatric surgery.

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UPDATED FROM hailmaryvikes
8 years post

Finally hit 200

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It’s been a fight but finally hit 200 pounds. I’ve lost 50 pounds in 7 months. I also had skin reduction surgery on my chest and abdomen. That surgery is more difficult than anyone tells you. The past 3 months since surgery have been a killer.

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