Patient Stories

Deciding to have bariatric surgery may be one of the most difficult decisions you'll ever make. Learn from others who have been there and have made the choice. Let their experiences guide you in your journey.

Tracie’s remarkable non-surgical weight loss success

Read Tracie's story

portrait of Mary Dillerud

Bariatric surgery is ‘the best decision I’ve ever made’

Read Mary's story

Terry Hennen

Following bariatric surgery, 'My life has never been better.'

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Sarah Cox Surgery is just one tool in a successful bariatric journey

Read Sarah's story

Brian Nelsen 'I have more energy, a better attitude and a joyful spirit.'

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Tina Schmitz

'Weight is literally not holding me down any more.'

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Brian Burr 'I have so much more energy.'

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Oana Zayic 'The surgery itself was the best decision I have ever made and I would do it again in a heartbeat.'

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Beth Gasser 'It's the best decision I ever made.'

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Mark Paul 'Weight loss surgery was far easier than I expected.'

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June Ebrahim 'I feel and look better than I have in years. This is the best thing I've ever done.'

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James Defoe 'Every breath, every day, I owe to Dr. Chute and the amazing team at Ridgeview. I feel better than I have in years.'

Read James' story

Kim Tibbs 'I realized it's not an option anymore to be unhealthy and I was ashamed of my physical appearance.'

Read Kim's story

Learn how others have changed their lives with the support of Ridgeview's Bariatric & Weight Loss team. 

Patient Testimonials

Take your first step on your weight loss journey by watching our online seminar:

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