Justice’s gastric sleeve success story
For this reason, after struggling with her weight since her teenage years, Justice chose gastric sleeve surgery as a tool for lasting change. Consequently, with support from JourneyLite, she lost 110 pounds, improved her confidence and mobility, and learned habits that support a healthier life.
Recognizing how weight affected everyday life
Justice first noticed weight becoming a concern during her teenage years. In addition, she came to understand how deeply it was affecting both her physical and mental health. As a result, at her highest adult weight of 297 pounds, she wanted a path that could help her feel healthier, more capable, and more comfortable in her body.
Choosing gastric sleeve surgery
Therefore, after trying GLP-1 medications, Justice decided that gastric sleeve surgery offered the kind of long-term tool she was looking for. Ultimately, she underwent surgery with Dr. James Augusta at JourneyLite in April 2025.
“I finally learned how to build a healthier life—not just lose weight.”
110 pounds lost—and much more gained
Today, Justice has gone from 297 pounds to 187 pounds, a total loss of 110 pounds. In addition, she reports meaningful improvements in her energy, mobility, self-esteem, and confidence, along with improvements in diabetes and PCOS symptoms.
In fact, one of her favorite victories is the freedom to stay active throughout the day without becoming short of breath or exhausted by routine tasks. Because of that everyday stamina, she can participate more fully in life.
Building a healthier relationship with food
However, for Justice, surgery was not only about eating less. Instead, it helped her learn portion control, make more nourishing choices, fuel her body intentionally, and find realistic ways to move. More importantly, those sustainable habits became the foundation of her success.
Support through every stage
Throughout the process, Justice credits JourneyLite’s guidance, education, and encouragement with helping her feel informed and prepared throughout surgery and recovery. Furthermore, having a knowledgeable, compassionate team available helped her navigate the emotional side of change and stay accountable to her goals.
Justice’s journey at a glance
- Procedure
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery (VSG)
- Surgeon
- Dr. James Augusta, JourneyLite
- Surgery date
- April 2025
- Highest weight
- 297 lbs
- Current weight
- 187 lbs
- Total weight loss
- 110 lbs
Justice gave JourneyLite permission to share her story and images. This testimonial reflects one patient’s personal experience. Individual results vary.
