Weight Loss Surgery: Sleeve Gastrectomy - Total Lost: 87 pounds lost so far*
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"I am forever grateful for my experience at UCLA." —Kallista
I had been overweight since I was 18 years old. It started off as just a few pounds here and there, but by age 30, I was nearly 230 pounds. I had high blood pressure, fertility issues, and could not sleep well.
It didn't help that I ate whatever I wanted and did not exercise. I knew I needed to take control, but another diet was not going to work this time. I asked my primary care doctor to refer me to
and for surgery.The staff at UCLA was amazing!
They were all so helpful and made my transition to a new life a dream come true. I now love exercising most days of the week and find healthy eating so much more enjoyable. I can't imagine I'd ever be at this weight if it weren't for the surgery. I am forever grateful for my experience at UCLA.
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