Kristin’s gastric bypass before and after testimonial

Kristin’s Journey: From Surviving to Thriving

For as long as she can remember, Kristin struggled with her weight. Even in childhood, it cast a shadow over her life, and as the years went on, that shadow grew heavier. At her highest adult weight of 355 pounds, daily life became a series of limitations—she couldn’t stand for more than a few minutes without pain in her legs and back, walking left her winded, and simple tasks like shopping or showering felt like insurmountable challenges.

Despite trying for years—countless diets, exercise plans, and efforts—nothing brought lasting change. Her health continued to decline, and along with it, her quality of life. But deep down, Kristin still held on to hope. What she feared most wasn’t surgery—it was failure. “I should have done it sooner,” she reflects now. “But I was so scared I would fail. I look back and realize I was already failing. Now, I’m succeeding.”

In June 2023, Kristin made a life-altering decision: she underwent gastric bypass surgery through JourneyLite with Dr. James Augusta in Cincinnati, Ohio. That decision marked the beginning of a transformation that went far beyond the physical.

Today, just a year later, Kristin weighs 145 pounds—a loss of 210 pounds that has completely changed her life. She’s no longer sitting on the sidelines. She can shop without gasping for air. She keeps up with her grandchildren. She even does something she once only dreamed of—ties her own shoes.

The changes go beyond what the scale shows. Kristin’s newfound energy, mobility, and confidence have brought her back to life. “I truly feel like a different person,” she says. “Changing my eating habits and putting my mind in a great place has changed everything.”

A big part of that success, she says, is thanks to the unwavering support of the JourneyLite team. “Even two years later, the staff has been amazing,” Kristin says. “Any time I have a question or concern, I get a quick answer. They truly listen, and they work with you to find the right path forward.”

Kristin’s journey is one of courage, perseverance, and rediscovery. She is no longer defined by her limitations but by her strength—and by a life she once only hoped was possible. “You gave me a chance at life again,” she says with gratitude. And she’s living that life to the fullest.