Meet Kristi

What was life like before bariatric surgery?
I never wanted to go out or see family and friends unless I had to. Just everyday housework and yard work were very hard on me. I was ashamed of myself! I was suffering from extremely high blood pressure, bouts of CHF, and the high blood pressure over the years caused me to have HCM.

If you put off the decision to come in for a long time, why was that? What kept you from booking a consultation?
I have wanted to have this procedure for years but was never financially able to do so till now. I decided with my husband if I wanted to be a healthy and happy version of myself, I needed to have this done ASAP. I was tired of being sick and tired.

What was it like to work with the team from the start of your journey to today?
The staff was awesome to work with. They always made me feel special! Dr. Neichoy was great!

What is your life like now? What’s the #1 thing you love being able to do now?
I’m able to do everything without being out of breath. So much energy now. I look and feel healthier. I’m down to only a couple of prescription medications. I was taking 8. I’m down seven sizes. I’m not at my goal yet. I’d like to lose 15 more pounds. I have lost 120 pounds as of today.