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For a limited time, take $1000 off select self pay procedures! Excludes Orbera and all revisional procedures except band-to-sleeve, band-to-bypass and sleeve-to SIPS. Choose your option! Gastric Sleeve SIPS Gastric Bypass Lap Band Gastric Balloon ESG Appointment Request Request an appointment here! Step 1 of 4 - Contact Information 25% Your Name* First Last Your [...]JourneyLite Surgery Center: Now An Optum Center of Excellence!
An Optum Center of Excellence JourneyLite Surgery Center in Cincinnati, Ohio is proud to be one of the first ambulatory surgery centers in the country to be accepted into United Healthcare's Optum Bariatric Resource Services Center of Excellence! Data shows that Optum Centers of Excellence (COE) have a 19% lower mortality rate than non-COE providers, [...]Weight Loss Surgery In Lower BMI Patients
Unfortunately in the field of weight loss surgery we use the phrase "NIH criteria" frequently. What does this mean? If refers to a 1991 National Institute of Health consensus statement on which patients should qualify for weight loss surgery. That's right folks, in many cases we are basing our decisions today on a loose set [...]Insurance Exclusions and Weight Loss Surgery
Many times patients who do not have coverage for weight loss surgery will ask us to file an appeal. Will this work? The short answer is no. Read on for the long answer... If your insurance does not cover weight loss surgery, this is called an "exclusion." This means that the employer who provides the [...]Wegovy
Wegovy (generic: semaglutide) is a new injectable weight loss medication that is in the same family as Saxenda (GLP-1 receptor agonist). Unlike Saxenda, howver, Wegovy only needs to be injected once a week! Like Saxenda, this medication is approved by the FDA for patients with a BMI of 27-30 if they have weight-related medical problems, [...]Plenity-A New, Non-Stimulant Weight Loss Treatment
Plenity is a new therapy that works like no other FDA-approved weight loss treatment, and is approved for use in patients with a body mass index of 25-40 kg/m 2. It consists of 2 simple natural ingredients: cellulose fiber and citric acid contained and dehydrated in a gelatin capsule. After swallowing 3 capsules (around 20 [...]
Patient Testimonials
New Beginnings
I found JourneyLite after a 20 year struggle of losing some and gaining more for over 20 years. The process from beginning to now has been flawless. I started my journey in September at 224 pounds, had surgery in October and now, 3 months later, am down 55+ pounds!! I have gone from a size… Read more “New Beginnings”
Free at last
Had sleeve gastrectomy 2 months ago and I feel on top of the world! I have lost 24 lbs so far and I am so happy that I cannot contain it. Getting this surgery is already feeling like a permanent fix to what was a never-ending battle. Before surgery I did not want to go… Read more “Free at last”
6 month post op sleeve
I had my sleeve in July 2022 by Dr Curry and have had great success so far. I am currently down to 169 lbs from my pre surgery weight of 235. I no longer have sleep apnea and my blood work looks great! The team at Journey have all been amazing.
Surgery
I had surgery on June 7, 2022 and I have lost 92 pounds so far. I am now walking over 10,000 steps a day as well as working with 3 pound weights and leg bands. I am off of two of my medications so far. I am a 60 year old woman and I feel… Read more “Surgery”
I’m SHOCKED everyday!
Hello my name is penny I’m 61 years old I decided to do the journey light program back in December of 2021 After Getting all the required things done prior to the procedure April 12th of 2022 The journey lite team was great through the entire process. Before and after. On January 3 rd 2023.… Read more “I’m SHOCKED everyday!”
Best Decision of My Life!

I have struggled with my weight my entire life. When I made the decision to have gastric sleeve with Dr. Curry at Journey Lite of Cincinnati, I was nervous, but also ready. Every single person I’ve spoken with – office staff, nurse practitioners, dietitians, or Dr. Curry himself, every single one of them made me… Read more “Best Decision of My Life!”
Finally Living Again

My journey began in July of 2021. I had the sleeve done Dec 2021. I had thought about having the procedure for several years. I finally took back control of my health. Which gave me back a life worth living. When I tipped the scale at 344lbs I knew I had to do something. I… Read more “Finally Living Again”
Life changing, best decision

This has been the best decision of my life. I am almost 9 months out from having the sleeve done by Dr. Augusta. (Loved his bedside manner) I am down 100 pounds. The 1st 4 weeks after surgery I had low energy and was not sure I was cut out to do this! I followed… Read more “Life changing, best decision”
Healthier & Happier!

My lap and surgery was. 6 months ago, I’ve lost 35 lbs. and have another 30 to go. I am so happy with my progress! I am healthier and happier! I wish I would have had the procedure 10 years ago!
Exceeded my Expectations
9 months ago today I got the gastric sleeve. I found JourneyLite on google because my insurance wouldn’t cover the surgery and JourneyLite made it an affordable option for me. I drive 2 hours just to come here and it is worth it. JourneyLite and Dr. Curry have been amazing through this process and has… Read more “Exceeded my Expectations”
My next chapter

I was sleeved on 3/24/22 I’m down a total of 93.8 pounds from my highest weight which was 248.8
Starting
weight was 220.8
surgery weight was 209.8
Current weight “155”
This surgery saved me literally I was so depressed an wanted to just give up all hope I’d ever lose… Read more “My next chapter”
A new outlook on life

Hi! My name is Katlyn and I had gastric sleeve surgery a year ago by Dr Curry. I am currently 31 years old, and my highest weight was 258# I started my weightloss journey April of 2021 with a local doctor in Columbus. I tried multiple non surgical weightloss medications with little success. I found… Read more “A new outlook on life”
Great Results
At 40 years old I had tried multiple diets and exercise programs I was 407lbs. I had the gastric sleeve surgery and lost 180lbs. Great results
Losing weight! Gaining confidence!
I have had a great experience with JourneyLite! From the first appointment to my monthly follow up appointments, I have had nothing but great interactions with all the nurses, doctors, and office staff. The surgery was a huge success for me with little to no side effects! I am three months post-op gastric sleeve and… Read more “Losing weight! Gaining confidence!”
Life Changing!
I was completely unhealthy. Headed towards heart disease and diabetes. My entire body hurt due to the excess weight. I had to make a change. Dr. Curry and his staff made the process so simple! I am halfway to my goal weight and just a few months. I’m now feeling so much better. My labs… Read more “Life Changing!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 star experience
I discovered JourneyLite by a google search. I thoroughly reviewed the doctors and reviews and didn’t hesitate booking a consultation for a gastric sleeve. Dr. Curry answered all my questions and his staff was available every step of the way. You are given a personal telephone number so you are able to contact someone with… Read more “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 star experience”
I had surgery about 6
I had surgery about 6 months ago and I was scared & nervous. Everyone exceeded my expectations from day 1 and I would recommend Dr. Curry and his staff to anyone.
Excellent staff and experience
I started my journey very over weight and health was going downhill fast. I was miserable. Every day things that should be easy had become hard. It was hard to live. I’ve had a life long battle with my weight and I knew that I couldn’t win this battle alone. A doctor I was seeing… Read more “Excellent staff and experience”