Patterson, NY
Surgery: July 2004

Cathy weighed 300 pounds at the time of her surgery with Dr. Zuccala. She credits her husband with being her most valuable supporter. Since her surgery she most enjoys exercising with her daughter and going to amusement parks with her family.

She says the best thing about the experience is “the ability to do the simplest things that I could not do before, just living life without the complications of worrying if I could walk that far or fit into the chairs or go through the turnstiles without getting stuck. Just being able to live a normal life.”

Patterson, NY
Surgery: May 2007

Since her surgery with Dr. Choi, Christine has lost over 125 pounds. Some of her new favorite things to do are aerobics classes, walking everywhere she can, smiling, feeling capable and no longer being limited by her size in what she can do.

Christine sees many rewards from the surgery. “The best thing has been learning how to take care of myself. I am now at a place where my health is better than it’s ever been and I have learned how to make correct food choices. I’m so grateful that I had the opportunity to make this lifestyle change at such a young age, and can look forward to living the rest of my life!”

Woodbury, CT
Surgery: May 2005

Duncan has lost 100 pounds to date since his surgery with Dr. Choi. When asked the best thing about the surgery, he said, “meeting Dr. Choi; she has changed my life!”

Shelton, CT
Surgery: September 2006

Janet has lost 75 pounds since her surgery with Dr. Choi. She is grateful for the support of her husband throughout the process.

She sees a great value to her surgery, “Lap Band surgery has given me my life back. It is the best thing that I have ever done for myself. I feel great.” 

Poughkeepsie, NY
Surgery: April 2007

Shawn weighed 353 pounds at the time of his surgery with Dr. Choi. Since his surgery he has lost 87 pounds and he enjoys walking and jogging as part of his exercise program.

He feels having bariatric surgery was the best decision of his life. “Everything has been excellent! I don't have to worry about walking extended periods of time anymore because I don't get out of breathe. My energy level has greatly increased.”