Success Story Tricia
Tricia Donnelly
395 pounds - 2004
Day of Surgery - December, 2005
261 pounds - July, 2006
Minus 134 pounds!!
I was first introduced to the idea of gastric bypass in 2002 by Dr. Clarey who was treating me for other health problems. Boy, did I dismiss that idea quickly. That life change was not for me, NO WAY! I'd just stay over weight and miserable, and miserable I was.
In 2003 my cousin had gastric bypass surgery and I saw a life change in him that was unbelievable. He was doing things I only dreamed of - like riding a roller coaster, walking, and feeling great!
It took a while to get up my courage and get over other health issues and, with much prayer and encouragement from my doctors, I went to an Information Meeting in May 2005. I began Support Group Meetings and had my surgery Dec. 9, 2005. I give God thanks for allowing that to happen. I've lost 151 pounds. Now, I can buy clothes in a regular store - tell my story to all who will listen. But most of all, I like me! I still have a way to go, but, next summer, WATCH OUT ROLLER COASTERS!!
Tricia Donnelly
October, 2006
Results will vary