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Testimonials

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… Read more “Finally Living Again”

Marsha H

I had this sleeve done by Dr. Curry. So far I’ve lost 110 pounds and I feel great. Dr. Curry was so helpful going over the different weight loss surgeries… Read more “Feeling great”

Joyce R

Down 125 lbs! Jennifer’s VSG Before and After Story

Hands down the best care! All the nurses, staff and doctors were so caring and thorough. Preparing for a surgery can be very stressful and cause anxiety, but they put… Read more “Quality Care!”

Adrienne H

I wish I did it sooner

Having battled weight issues most of my life. Playing the game of yo yo dieting really does take its toll on your body. I wish I had just gone years… Read more “I wish I did it sooner”

Angie B

Jamie’s gastric sleeve (VSG) before and after testimonial

The Extra Services Are My Key To Success!

My experience has been wonderful! The nurse practitioners are very helpful and the included services make all the difference in the world. When I first began my weight loss journey… Read more “The Extra Services Are My Key To Success!”

Maggie M.

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,… Read more “Losing weight! Gaining confidence!”

Ashley I.

Amazing-start to (ongoing) finish

JLP has been amazing from my first visit all the way through post surgery. They made sure I understood every step of the way and why each step was so… Read more “Amazing-start to (ongoing) finish”

Jennifer H.

Wonderful experience with a wonderful team

When I first embarked on this journey, I was a little apprehensive. The struggle between finding a dedicated team of doctors and nurses and navigating the cost associated with having… Read more “Wonderful experience with a wonderful team”

Markeida B

VSG Before and After-Heidi’s Journey: From Self-Doubt to Self-Confidence

The dieticians, nurse practioners and my doctor Dr.Curry have been amazing!

Best thing I could have done for myself!

I was 46 years old and weighed 372 lbs. diabetic hypertension high cholesterol anxiety and had not felt myself for many years. I had gastric sleeve surgery 7-7-22 and to… Read more “Best thing I could have done for myself!”

Stephanie k

I came to journeylite when I felt I had run out of options. I’ve been contemplating weight loss surgery for years, but was so unsure. My insurance would not cover… Read more “A new chance!”

Jessica S

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!… Read more “Healthier & Happier!”

Anonymous

The JourneyLite team is there for whatever you may need! Don’t be afraid to reach out.

Fantastic experience!

I have had a fantastic experience with the Journeylite team. From my first meeting with Dr. Curry, through pre-op, surgery day and follow up care, I have received incredible support… Read more “Fantastic experience!”

Alicia K.

I was referred by a friend back is April and the staff at Journey Lite was all so nice and welcoming. They made the process so smooth. I learned a… Read more “My Journey”

Alissa K

I had tried every diet imaginable. Nothing worked!

I started gaining weight after having my children. Life was very stressful.

Wonderful experience

I contacted Journeylite mid-October. I was scheduled an appointment right away. I wasn’t expecting to be seen so quickly. The entire journey has been beyond my expectations. The staff is… Read more “Wonderful experience”

Heidi H

Kristin’s gastric bypass before and after testimonial

Bruce’s Journey: From 19 Medications to a New Life

Jonathon’s gastric sleeve (VSG) before and after testimonial

A Journey To WLS Success

I started my journey with JourneyLite in April 2023. My starting weight, 254 lbs, was the heaviest I’d ever been. My experience with JourneyLite was excellent. I live outside of… Read more “A Journey To WLS Success”

Alicia H

Bobby’s VSG Before and After Testimonial

“From Struggling to Walk Half a Mile to Running an 8‑Minute Mile: Bobby’s Journey From 496 to 299 Pounds” My struggle with weight began when I was just a kid—it… Read more “Bobby’s VSG Before and After Testimonial”

My wife had VSG with

My wife had VSG with Dr. Curry about 6 months ago and it gave me the confidence to pursue my own journey. Dr. Curry is absolutely amazing. His team is… Read more “My wife had VSG with”

Libbyann P.

Alicia’s VSG before and after testimonial with JourneyLite

Dr. Curry and his whole team were amazing!

Dr. Curry and his whole team were amazing. From start to finish I felt informed and very comfortable. I followed all of their instructions and had the absolute best outcome.… Read more “Dr. Curry and his whole team were amazing!”

Lynn G

I have been the ‘fat’ kid my entire life and really thought it was just the life I had to live.

The Biggest Thank You!!!

I want to take a minute out of my day, to thank JourneyLite and Dr. Augusta for working with me to get my life back. I can do so many… Read more “The Biggest Thank You!!!”

Sharon V

I can’t thank this team

I can’t thank this team enough for helping me change my life! I had gastric sleeve in April 2023 and have lost 137 lbs in a year. I feel like… Read more “I can’t thank this team”

Dawn

I couldn’t dance in public! Lol…now I’m the 1st and sometimes only person on the dance floor!

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… Read more “Life Changing!”

Anonymous X.

Hi I’m Jackie K

Hi I’m Jackie K. I started my journey April 17 2024. Thing went very quickly. My first appointment with Dr Augusta was awesome. He was kind, not rushed, answers my… Read more “Hi I’m Jackie K”

Jackie Kjackie

This team of staff members from clerical to physician are excellent in giving personal, clinical and professional care. They introduced themselves, explained their part in my care and exactly what… Read more “Excellent”

Elizabeth S

For me, it was the best decision I ever made, I should have done it years ago.

Amazingly friendly staff

All of the staff are super friendly and make you feel as they have known you your entire life. Dr Augusta was my surgeon and he was very informative and… Read more “Amazingly friendly staff”

Emily C

Beyond grateful

I’ve had the best experience with Journeylite. I’ve been through the process to have surgery 3x before and always talked myself out of it . The first time I spoke… Read more “Beyond grateful”

AngieF

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.… Read more “Exceeded my Expectations”

Lisa J

My journey with journey light

Even though I live in the deep part South of Kentucky journey light was there for every question was there for anything I needed and helped me through this process… Read more “My journey with journey light”

Judy N

Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Journey Lite has made my entire experience a breeze! My surgery went smooth and recovery had been great. I will recommend them to literally anyone considering this surgery they have… Read more “Gastric Sleeve Surgery”

Kristin Y

Let me start by saying that weight lost surgery is more about being mentally ready for the changes you are making to your life Your brain will lie to you,… Read more “My Journey”

Bruce T.

I can buy clothes ANYWHERE!

Outstanding service

Everyone was extremely nice and helpful with all my questions. I had many virtual appointments which made things much easier for me since I lived over 3hrs away. I wish… Read more “Outstanding service”

Ellen K

Callie’s Journey: From Struggle to Strength

Heather’s VSG Before and After

My dietician is THE BEST!

So I had my 2nd Televisit with Jaclyn (dietician) and I was really nervous about how to properly eat to stabilize my diabetes without sabotaging my weight loss. When I… Read more “My dietician is THE BEST!”

Ty L.

Kandace’s VSG Before and After Testimonial

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… Read more “I’m SHOCKED everyday!”

Penny R

I looked up Journey Lite and made the appointment. I will NEVER regret that decision.

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… Read more “New Beginnings”

Michele S

I had the best experience having VSG with Dr. Curry! I was walked through every step of preparation, I was able to see Melissa in Columbus instead of having to… Read more “Life Changing”

Beth M.

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… Read more “6 month post op sleeve”

Holly W

Best Decision of my Life

I started this journey on March 18 2022 when I had my sleeve. A starting weight of 272.8 pounds and following the pre diet i was 254 day of surgery.… Read more “Best Decision of my Life”

Becky W

Very Pleased with JourneyLite

I had put off addressing my weight for years and finally had the courage to schedule an appointment with JourneyLite. The experience from start to present has been nothing but… Read more “Very Pleased with JourneyLite”

Michael V

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

Dan W

I had the sleeve surgery one year ago. I have lost 109 pounds. I went from 290 pounds to 181 pounds. I am 61 years old and I am now… Read more “One year after”

Dorene H

Katy’s VSG Before and After

Wonderful Experience

I found myself having difficulty drinking water after my Gastric Bypass. I have painful reactions to artificial sweeteners, Stevia, Monk Fruit Blend, Fruit sugar etc. I spoke with my dietitian,… Read more “Wonderful Experience”

Peggy B

Alexa-Gastric Sleeve Before and After

My Gastric Sleeve Surgery Was the Best Thing I’ve Ever Done!

I had lots of aches and pains along with lack of confidence before surgery. I can say I feel so much better physically and mentally. Thanks you so much to… Read more “Weight loss”

Joyce R

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”… Read more “My next chapter”

Traci M

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… Read more “I had surgery about 6”

Brianna S

9 years out from my gastric sleeve and doing great!

I just got the bariatric sleeve three weeks ago. I was really unsure of my decision initially. Since I started the pre operation diet I have lost 34 pounds. The… Read more “Great Decision”

Linda P

Alona’s 79 lb Weight Loss with JourneyLite in Cincinnati

Best decision I’ve ever made

I could not have picked a better doctor/facility to have my VSG surgery at. Everyone that works at JourneyLite is super friendly and helpful. Dr Curry gave me the tool… Read more “Best decision I’ve ever made”

Jacki H

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… Read more “Free at last”

Kelly B

Mindy’s VSG Before and After Testimonial

My life has changed for the better in countless ways since having weight loss surgery!

All I Wanted and Needed

The team at Journeylite has been amazing. I have never had to wait for an appointment. The process was efficient, and my surgery went great. I was nervous about surgery… Read more “All I Wanted and Needed”

Heather K.

When I came to Journeylite, I was desperate for help. I have struggled with my weight my entire life. I felt like if I did not take control, I was literally going to die.

Best decision I’ve ever made

I had the gastric sleeve done in 2014, I had nothing but pain, heartburn and chronic constipation and pain after I ate. I had gained a little of my original… Read more “Best decision I’ve ever made”

Jodi S.

New Lease On Life

Starting my journey was extremely intimidating for me. I wasn’t sure if surgery was right for me but I knew that I had been down every weight loss avenue available… Read more “New Lease On Life”

Terri T

The surgery has literally been life changing!

I feel like this surgery gave me life back. Confidence I never had before!

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… Read more “A new outlook on life”

Katlyn F

So in December 2021 at nearly 205lbs I had a gastric sleeve. Best. Decision. Ever.

Emily, ‘Em, is the best.

You all have a gem in Em. Not only is she very personable but she’s so easy to talk to. She’s always been a great resource for me and has… Read more “Emily, ‘Em, is the best.”

Peggy B

Great experience with my gastric sleeve.

The team at journeylite is fantastic. Everyone is super friendly. My nurse Beth was great I couldn’t even feel my IV. I could also tell by my level of comfort… Read more “Great experience with my gastric sleeve.”

Adam G

I had the gastric sleeve done by Dr Augusta on 3/28/2024. He was precise, quick, knowledgeable & had great bedside manner. The entire staff from check in, pre op nurse,… Read more “Gastric sleeve”

Morgan O

Being morbidly obsessed affected me negatively as a child, teenager & adult.

A Dream Come True

I have started my journey for weight loss with JourneyLite in October 2022. I was uncertain as to whether I’d be brave enough to go through the actual surgery, so… Read more “A Dream Come True”

Fran B.

You are worth it!!

I had a gastric sleeve in November 2023. I am down 50 pounds so far. I have never felt better! I’m so glad that I found JourneyLite! We were so… Read more “You are worth it!!”

Hope G

Krystal’s VSG Before and After Transformation

✨ Meet Krystal ✨ Gastric Sleeve Surgery – March 2023 Starting Weight: 204.7 lbs Current Weight: 130.2 lbs Total Lost: 74.5 lbs 💪 “I’ve struggled with my weight since childhood.… Read more “Krystal’s VSG Before and After Transformation”

Audrey’s Gastric Sleeve Before and After Transformation

Exceptional Care

Dr. Curry and Dr. Augusta ame amazing!!! All the staff are caring and knowledgeable in this field. I highly recommend this practice!

Shannon B

Rebecca’s Journey: From Exhaustion to Empowered

I’ve had a wonderful experience

I’ve had a wonderful experience with Dr Curry and all of his staff. Today makes 1 year since my surgery and I’m 110 pounds down. I’m now down to my… Read more “I’ve had a wonderful experience”

Ashley H

JOURNEYLITE IS WONDERFUL!

I just want to say from day 1 of starting my Gastric Sleeve journey it’s been a very smooth process. Who doesn’t want a smooth process? There were no bumps… Read more “JOURNEYLITE IS WONDERFUL!”

Tricia S

Everyone on the team at JourneyLite is amazing from the front desk, nurses, dietician and Dr. Curry!

I had the best experience

I had the best experience with JourneyLite. All of the nurses and Dr. Curry were so kind and explained everything. They truly helped to ease any nervousness I had. They… Read more “I had the best experience”

Ashlee E

I couldn’t be happier

I had been considering bariatric surgery for years. Looking into different hospitals in my area (Columbus). I kept going back and forth in my head asking if I really needed… Read more “I couldn’t be happier”

Laura A.

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… Read more “Surgery”

Dorene H

Such an amazing experience

My experience with Journey Lite was so wonderful . The team of Dr Curry and his staff were excellent, they were all so friendly , and very helpful in my… Read more “Such an amazing experience”

Ester k

Dr. Curry and staff are nothing short of amazing! From the front desk(s) all the way back to the surgical center! I am always treated with kindness and compassion at… Read more “Life changing!”

Heather B

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 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… Read more “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 star experience”

Dedra M

My Journey with JourneyLite – A Life-Changing Year

My Journey with JourneyLite – A Life-Changing Year -Becky, Gastric Sleeve – 2024 For most of my life, I was thin—until menopause hit like a freight train and everything changed.… Read more “My Journey with JourneyLite – A Life-Changing Year”

New Year, New Me.

Today marks my 1 year VSG anniversary. At my highest weight I was over 300 lbs, but the time I got through pre-op I was close to 280, currently I… Read more “New Year, New Me.”

Lauren L

I can not believe how much better I feel

I want to share my incredible journey after undergoing weight loss surgery with Dr. Trace Curry. In just the first 5 months following the procedure, I managed to shed over… Read more “I can not believe how much better I feel”

Carl W

Reaching weight loss goals

JourneyLite has continued to provide me with the tools and support I need on my weight loss journey. I had the gastric sleeve procedure and am 9 months post-op. I… Read more “Reaching weight loss goals”

Tiffany D

Jeremiah’s Journey: From 376 to 218 Pounds

Christie’s gastric sleeve before and after testimonial

My entire process thru journey lite was amazing. The care I received from the team at the doctors office and the surgery site was EXCELLENT!! I’m so blessed to have… Read more “Great Care!!”

Landia C

Kayla’s VSG Before and After Testimonial

Having a smaller stomach capacity has allowed me to gain greater control over my emotional eating.

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