Mindy’s VSG Before and After Testimonial

🌟 Mindy’s Transformation with JourneyLite 🌟

For as long as I can remember, I’ve struggled with my weight. Even as a child, I knew it was holding me back—but I didn’t fully understand how much it was affecting my life until adulthood.

In April 2024, I went on a family trip. I was likely over 400 pounds at that point, and when I saw the pictures afterward, it hit me like a ton of bricks. My health had gotten out of control. I was taking five insulin shots a day, a weekly injection, daily diabetes pills, and more medications than I could count. I had no energy, no motivation, and no quality of life. Everyday tasks felt like impossible challenges.

That’s when I made a decision to change my life. I reached out to JourneyLite.

At my first appointment in May 2024, I weighed in at 398.8 pounds. With the help of Dr. James Augusta and the amazing team at JourneyLite, I had gastric sleeve surgery on October 24, 2024. On the day of surgery, I was 337 pounds. As of July 21, 2025—just nine months later—I’m down to 237 pounds. That’s 161 pounds gone, and I feel like I finally got my life back.

Today, I’m more active than I’ve ever been. I hike. I stay busy. I move with purpose. I only take one insulin shot a day when needed, plus my daily vitamins. I no longer use food to cope with stress or emotions. Instead, I focus on healthy eating, staying active, and taking care of my emotional and mental well-being.

The JourneyLite team has been absolutely incredible. Every question I had was answered with compassion. Every doubt I felt was met with reassurance and support. They’ve been with me every step of the way, and I truly believe I couldn’t have done this without them.

Now, I can walk around my neighborhood, go to the gym, and shop for clothes without frustration. I can live my life again—with my husband, my child, and the people I love.

This surgery saved my life. My only regret is not doing it sooner.