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Patrick

Patrick
In September 2021, I met Dr. Barnes and his team for a consultation about weight loss surgery. I had planned to meet with other surgeons, but Dr. Barnes distinguished himself. He spent a significant amount of time talking to me and my family, demonstrating a level of personal attention I hadn't experienced before. I was so impressed that I decided to move forward with him and his team.
My surgery was successful, taking place on November 15th, 2021. The post-operative experience has been phenomenal. My initial BMI was 53, and I currently sit comfortably at 28 now, representing a total weight loss of 180 pounds. Starting just three weeks after surgery, I embarked on a running journey, completing my first 5k within three months, followed by a half marathon at six months and my first full marathon after 13 months. In total, I've now completed three marathons! Beyond the weight loss, my health has significantly improved. My cholesterol is excellent, and I've completely managed my diabetes through diet and exercise, as evidenced by myA1C of 5.1%. Overall, choosing Dr. Barnes was undoubtedly the best decision I could have made for my health and well-being.