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Doctors Ronald Post (left) and John Smear (center) and Physician's Assistant Debra Blackshire perform laparoscopic stomach surgery at Langley Air Force Base, Va., on Jan. 31, 2005.  The surgery will involve the removal of the gall bladder to help alleviate acid reflux disease.  DoD photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Bendet, U.S. Air Force.  (Released)

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Are you considering weight loss surgery in Cincinnati, Dayton, or Columbus, Ohio? If so, education should be your first step in the process. As a leading bariatric surgery center in Ohio, we strive to educate our patients on all aspects of surgery. On this page, we will start by examining the broader definition of weight loss surgery.

Weight loss is defined as a decrease in body weight resulting from either diet and exercise or voluntary activities. However, extremely overweight people often have difficulty losing weight by engaging in voluntary activities or even with medically supervised diets, exercise and behavior modification programs.

In some instances, they may already have health problems as an effect of their weight problem, which are called co-morbidities. Weight loss surgery is often considered an option to help them lose weight, gain back their health, and eliminate their co-morbidities.  Type II diabetes is a great example, as most of the time this disease will go into remission after surgery.

Weight loss surgery is commonly known as bariatric surgery and involves surgical procedures done on the stomach and/or intestines to help a person  lose weight. This is usually considered an option for persons who have a BMI above 40. It is also an option for people with a BMI of 35 to 40 who are experiencing health problems such as Type II diabetes or heart disease.  Lower-risk procedures such as gastric banding are even sometimes offered to patients with a BMI of 30-35 on a case-by-case basis.

We offer 5 procedures as we feel a comprehensive approach is in the best interest of our patients.  Despite what you may read on some web sites, there is not a one-size-fits-all solution to obesity!

  • Lap Band
  • Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass
  • Laproscopic Loop Duodenal Switch (SIPS Procedure)

If you feel like surgery is not for you but you still want to lose weight and improve your health, we offer the non-surgical gastric balloons, as well as comprehensive medical weight loss programs with pharmacologic support including the diet pill Adipex (phentermine).

Use these pages to learn more about specific types of bariatric surgery. If you are seeking one of these weight loss surgery options in the Cincinnati, Ohio, or Northern Kentucky area, please watch our online seminar to learn more or to schedule a consultation.

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Comments

  1. roberta says

    18/04/2015 at 10:14 am

    can you take diet pill after sugery

    Reply
    • Dr. C says

      07/06/2015 at 9:12 am

      Yes Roberta, medical weight loss is a frequent treatment after a surgical procedure to augment a patients’ success.

      Reply
  2. Anthony Robinson says

    24/10/2016 at 10:52 am

    I would like me information on pricing and procedures.

    Reply
    • Dr. C says

      31/10/2016 at 8:06 am

      All our pricing is posted here: https://journeylite.com/financing-options/

      If you want to discuss procedures call our patient service representatives at 513-259-2555

      Dr. Curry

      Reply
  3. Katherine Gross says

    01/05/2017 at 9:16 am

    I have a question, I have had a gastric sleeve performed 2 years ago and my weight hasn’t moved in over a year. I actually gain and lose 10 pounds all the time. This has been very frustrating. MY BMI is still over 40 and I am still on Diabetes meds. My husband wanted me to reach out to you to see if there is any help I can receive.

    Reply
    • Dr. C says

      02/05/2017 at 7:49 am

      There are 2 excellent surgical options for sleeve patients who need to lose more weight, conversion to gastric bypass or to the SIPS procedure. Medical weight loss is also an option.

      Dr. Trace Curry
      Medical Director
      JourneyLite Physicians

      Reply
  4. jennifer mcintosh says

    21/02/2018 at 12:26 am

    Can I make a appointment on line? Every time i talk to someone from your office they cant just give me a appointment, they either have to call me back or tell me to call them back.

    Reply
    • Trace Curry says

      21/02/2018 at 11:07 am

      Hi Jennifer sorry for the issues, problem is we have to make sure you are a candidate for whatever appointment you want to make as we don’t want to waste your time and money. I will have someone contact you today.

      Dr. Trace Curry
      Medical Director
      JourneyLite Physicians

      Reply
  5. Angerlean Hammond says

    29/05/2018 at 7:18 pm

    I weigh 290 pounds and I have high blood pressure and high cholesterol. I also have lymphedema and nerve damage from breast cancer

    Reply
    • Trace Curry says

      31/05/2018 at 8:17 am

      These issues shouldn’t stand in the way but we would need more information. Just give a call to our patient service repts at 513-259-2555 and they can help you!

      Dr. Trace Curry
      Medical Director
      JourneyLite Physicians

      Reply
  6. Victoria Ramsey says

    16/07/2018 at 11:20 am

    I have an IBM 37.5 , also I am a diabetic. I have been on phentermine a few times, I don’t lose much weight. I am thinking that maybe the sleeve might be the help I need. So I need to know if this is what would work best for me, and how do I get things started.

    Reply
    • Trace Curry says

      19/07/2018 at 11:32 am

      The best way to get things started is to watch the online seminar “Meet Dr. Curry online”. It will take you through your options and you can request a consultation at the end. You can also call 513-259-2555 and talk to our patient service representatives.

      Dr. Curry

      Reply
  7. Norma j Carolus says

    21/10/2018 at 10:44 pm

    Is the surgery done at your facility? If not are hospital cost covered for surgical procedures?

    Can assistance be given to request an exemption for insurance?

    Is someone with a BMI over 60 eligible for a non-invasive procedure?

    Do you assist with financing options?

    Reply
    • Trace Curry says

      31/10/2018 at 12:00 pm

      We do surgery at our facility (JourneyLite) and 2 hospitals in Cincinnati. There really is no such thing as an exemption for insurance, if you have an exclusion it is not going to be covered.

      I would recommend a non-surgical procedure for a patient with a BMI over 60, although perhaps you could start with a medical weight loss option first and then follow with a non-surgical procedure once the BMI is lower.

      We do have a partnership with Prosper Healthcare Financing, you can fill out an application through the link on the right hand side of the web site.

      Dr. Trace Curry
      Medical Director
      JourneyLite Physicians

      Reply

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Testimonials

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 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”

Dedra M

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!”

Penny R

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”

Katlyn F

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”

Michele 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! I wish I would have had the procedure 10 years ago!

Anonymous

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”

Dorene H

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”

Marsha H

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

Dan W

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.

Holly W

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.

Brianna S

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!”

Dori B.

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!”

Anonymous X.

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”

Traci M

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”

Brandon S.

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”

Kelly B

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”

Lisa J

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”

Rebecca W.

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!”

Ashley I.

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