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

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

Before my gastric sleeve surgery in October 2022, I was on 19 medications a day—five for high blood pressure, three for diabetes, plus daily insulin. At just 270 pounds, my health was spiraling. I had high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and a grim outlook from my doctors. When I met with Dr. Augusto, it was clear the list of prescriptions would only keep growing. My insurance wouldn’t cover the surgery, so I made a life-changing decision: I pulled money from my 401K to pay for it myself—and it was the best investment I’ve ever made.

Within a month after surgery, I was down to just seven medications. Today, I only take one for a hormonal deficiency and one for blood pressure due to a heart valve issue. My cardiologist and primary care doctor are thrilled with my progress. But here’s the truth—surgery is just a tool. The real change has to happen in your mindset. You have to be willing to put in the work, listen to your care team, and follow their guidance. If you do that, the results will speak for themselves.

Thanks to the incredible support from the JourneyLite team, I’ve regained control of my life. They genuinely care about your success, and they give you every resource you need to keep the weight off for good.

One of the best parts? I can finally see my feet—and tie my shoes without getting out of breath.