Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.8, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Garden State Bariatrics ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog/News](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/) - Get self-care tips, nutrition guidance, and post-bariatric resources for weight loss success from Garden State Bariatrics in Millburn and Toms River NJ - [Ozempic Face](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/ozempic-face/) - Learn how to prevent and treat 'Ozempic Face' with hydration, a protein-rich diet, and advanced treatments like FaceTite and Morpheus8 at Garden State Bariatrics. - [New Aesthetic Treatments: Introducing Morpheus8, BodyTite, FaceTite!](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/new-aesthetic-treatments-introducing-morpheus8-bodytite-facetite/) - Discover Garden State Bariatrics' new aesthetic treatments for skin tightening and body contouring. Say goodbye to surgery with Morpheus8, BodyTite, and FaceTite! - [Snacking is the New Smoking](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/snacking-is-the-new-smoking/) - Discover how to enhance your weight loss surgery success with Dr. Bilof's insights. Learn why mindful eating matters: "Snacking is the new Smoking." - [I Wish I Had Less Muscle Mass…](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/i-wish-i-had-less-muscle-mass/) - Building muscle mass isn’t about looking strong: it’s about BEING strong. Learn how resistance training to build muscle mass can lead to a healthier, longer life. - [Making Resolutions Stick: The Power of Default Behaviors](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/making-resolutions-stick-the-power-of-default-behaviors/) - Discover how to make New Year's resolutions stick by turning them into default behaviors. Learn simple rules for lasting change in 2024. - [The Truth About Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/the-truth-about-hair-loss-after-bariatric-surgery/) - Get expert insights on preventing hair loss after weight loss surgery from Garden State Bariatrics, New Jersey's leading bariatric surgery center. Learn more. - [Playing The Long Game for Weight Loss Success](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/playing-the-long-game-for-weight-loss-success/) - Learn how the long game promotes long term weight loss. Dr. Michael Bilof, an experienced weight loss doctor at Garden State Bariatrics in Millburn and Tom’s River, NJ explains. - [How to Avoid Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/how-to-avoid-weight-regain-after-bariatric-surgery/) - Are you gaining weight back after bariatric surgery? Learn about fighting weight regain after surgery from our bariatric support team in New Jersey. - [Bariatric Surgery vs. Weight Loss Medications: Comparing Costs and Long-Term Results](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/bariatric-surgery-vs-weight-loss-medications-comparing-costs-and-long-term-results/) - Discover the costs and long-term results of Bariatric Surgery vs. Weight Loss Medications. Compare expenses and sustainability for these weight loss solutions. - [Medical Weight Loss in New Jersey](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/medical-weight-loss/) - Patients in New Jersey, Millburn, and Toms River can now access medical weight loss with prescription drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic at Garden State Bariatrics. - [Wegovy vs. Weight Loss Surgery](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/wegovy-vs-weight-loss-surgery/) - New Jersey Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Bilof explains the pros and cons of weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro compared to bariatric surgery - [Blue Cross Blue Shield Expands Bariatric Coverage in New Jersey](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/blue-cross-blue-shield-expands-bariatric-coverage-in-new-jersey/) - Horizon BCBSNJ has revised their bariatric policy, making more patients eligible for Garden State Bariatrics' life changing services. Learn about the new criteria. - [Exercise, the Best Medicine](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/exercise-the-best-medicine/) - Dr. Bilof of Garden State Bariatrics explains why exercise is the best medicine and shares easy exercise videos to get started. - [Four Letter Word](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/four-letter-word/) - Dr. Michael Bilof Shares the Pillars of Good Health, including how to eat a better diet for weight loss and improved health. - [Sleep: Nature’s Superpower](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/sleep-natures-superpower/) - Dr. Michael Bilof of Garden State Bariatrics explains why sleep is a superpower and how good sleep habits can help weight loss. - [The Pillars of Good Health](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/the-pillars-of-good-health/) - Discover the pillars of good health for a longer, healthier life with expert insights from weight loss surgeon, Dr. Michael Bilof. - [The Myth of "Accidental" Muscles](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/the-myth-of-accidental-muscles/) - Dr. Michael Bilof explains why you should not be afraid of getting “too muscular” and shares benefits of weight training. - [Meet Our Physician's Assistants](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/meet-our-physicians-assistants/) - Meet the bariatric PA’s at our New Jersey Weight Loss practice as we Celebrate National PA Day at Garden State Bariatrics. - [Bariatric Surgery Misconceptions](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/bariatric-surgery-misconceptions/) - Myths about gastric bypass, Let Garden State Bariatrics and Wellness Center set the record straight on the most common bariatric surgery misconceptions. - [An Overview of Duodenal Switch Surgery](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/an-overview-of-duodenal-switch-surgery/) - If you’re exploring your bariatric surgery options, a duodenal switch (DS) could be a major contender. with an impressive 98 percent cure rate. - [Do Diets Work?](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/do-diets-work/) - Before considering this question, let’s start by acknowledging that “Diet” is a 4-letter word! The answer is “it depends.” They do and they don’t. One thing I can say with certainty… a ‘diet’ that does NOT work is SAD….the Standard American Diet. So, anything that moves you away from SAD will be beneficial. Here are - [Measuring Body Composition and Muscle Mass](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/measuring-body-composition-and-muscle-mass/) - New Jersey Plastic Surgeon Dr. Michael Bilof of Garden State Bariatrics explains three ways to measure muscle mass and body composition. - [What's In a Label](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/whats-in-a-label/) - I want to talk about changes the food industry has made that will support both of those efforts. As of 2020, nutritional labels on purchased foods have new requirements. There are several changes on these new nutritional labels. Three of which I want to bring to your attention: Portion sizes are more realistic and reflect - [The Many Names of Sugar](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/the-many-names-of-sugar/) - Those of you who are religious (and even those who are not) may have learned in the past that the Devil comes in many guises and has many names, presumably to more easily tempt fallible human beings. Well, the intentions of this blog are far more down-to-earth…nutrition, exercise and health. In our world there is - [Which Type of Bariatric Surgery Is Best?](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/which-type-of-bariatric-surgery-is-best/) - Which procedure is right for you? Compare the four types of bariatric surgery available at Garden State Bariatrics and Wellness Center. - [Nutrition Programs for Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/nutrition-programs-for-weight-loss-after-bariatric-surgery/) - Bariatric surgery is a tool for weight loss that must be coupled with ongoing lifestyle changes, including an appropriate nutrition program if you hope to achieve lifelong success. - [Gastric Bypass Surgery: Who Is It For?](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gastric-bypass-surgery-who-is-it-for/) - If you’re considering bariatric surgery, you’ve probably heard a lot about gastric bypass. It involves making surgical changes to your stomach and small intestine to limit the amount you can eat and reduce calorie absorption from your food. - [Fight Back Against Work-Related Weight Gain](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/fight-back-against-work-related-weight-gain/) - When it comes to winning the battle against obesity, work can definitely be the enemy. Many people find that they struggle with unhealthy habits in the workplace, and after weight loss surgery, work can be one of the most difficult places for many people to follow their plans. - [What Gastric Sleeve Patients Should Know About Gallstones](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/what-gastric-sleeve-patients-should-know-about-gallstones/) - Most weight-loss surgeries are well tolerated by patients, but, as with all surgical procedures, they do come with the risk of complications. - [Gastric Sleeve Surgery: How Big Are the Incisions?](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gastric-sleeve-surgery-how-big-are-the-incisions/) - If you are considering gastric sleeve surgery, it’s natural to wonder about the scarring that could be left behind after the procedure. - [The Impact of Obesity on Your Body and Health](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/the-impact-of-obesity-on-your-body-and-health/) - Are you carrying some extra weight? If your BMI is 30 or above, your extra weight is classified as obesity. While you may not be experiencing any health problems yet, obesity can have a major impact on your body and seriously reduce the quality of your health. - [Obesity and Increased Risk for Heart Disease](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/obesity-and-increased-risk-for-heart-disease/) - Obesity is a crisis in America, and if you’re obese, you know that it can get in the way of your daily activities. Being overweight can cause fatigue, and can make your joints ache because carrying around extra weight puts a strain on your body. - [Can Bariatric Surgery Cure Your Type 2 Diabetes?](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/can-bariatric-surgery-cure-your-type-2-diabetes/) - If you’ve been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, you’ve probably been told it’s a progressive disease. Without a major shift in your lifestyle, you can expect it to get worse, with higher A1C levels and more medications in your future. - [Could Stress Be Derailing Your Weight Loss?](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/could-stress-be-derailing-your-weight-loss/) - If you’re someone who struggles with weight loss, you know that the causes of obesity are not simple. It’s easy for people to say “eat less and exercise more”, but when it comes down to reality, it’s often tough to shed those extra pounds. - [Simple Suppers for Your Healthy Bariatric Diet](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/simple-suppers-healthy-bariatric-diet/) - When you undergo bariatric surgery, you’ll have to ease yourself back into eating. At first, you’ll only be able to consume clear liquids, and then you’ll progress to a pureed diet supplemented by protein shakes. - [Is Bariatric Surgery Covered by Insurance](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/is-bariatric-surgery-covered-by-insurance/) - Weight loss is challenging. If you’ve been unsuccessful in trying to diet and exercise alone, bariatric surgery may be the solution.Visit us Garden State Bariatrics! - [What Is a Bariatric Surgery "Diet"](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/what-is-a-bariatric-surgery-diet/) - The dietary guidelines you'll need to follow after bariatric surgery. To read more visit our website at Garden State Bariatrics today! - [Making Lifestyle Changes Instead of Dieting](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/making-lifestyle-changes-instead-of-dieting/) - If you want to make a lifelong lifestyle shift then Garden State Bariatrics is the correct solution. Call us today or visit our website to know more about our services. - [Importance of Protein in your Diet](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/importance-of-protein-in-your-diet/) - If it's time for you to make a lifelong lifestyle shift, Garden State Bariatrics can help. Call us today or visit our website to know more about our solutions. - [Having Support through Weight Loss Journey & Surgery](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/having-support-through-weight-loss-journey-surgery/) - If you are making the decision to have weight-loss surgery, Garden State Bariatrics is the correct solution. Call us today or visit our website to know more about our solutions. - [Benefits of Choosing Bariatric Surgery](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/benefits-of-choosing-bariatric-surgery/) - If you are looking for benefits of Bariatric surgery, Garden State Bariatrics is the correct solution. Call us today or visit our website to know more about our solutions. - [Transcendental Meditation (TM)](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/transcendental-meditation-tm/) - If you want to learn TM there are centers in Summit, NJ, and in Monmouth county in Shrewsbury, NJ. Contact Garden State Bariatrics to learn more! - [Bariatric Nutrition: Charting a Healthy Course](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/bariatric-nutrition-charting-a-healthy-course/) - Critical to the success of a bariatric procedure is how patients manage their nutrition going forward. Registered dietitians at Garden State Bariatrics and Wellness Center help patients who have undergone bariatric surgery plan their diets for optimal results. “I focus on the diet plan. We have general guidelines, but I do try to personalize it,” - [Duodenal Switch Surgery: Is It Right for You?](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/duodenal-switch-surgery-is-it-right-for-you/) - Carrying excess weight strains your overall health. Comorbidities connected to obesity include diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea and stroke. However, losing the amount of weight necessary to improve your health may require a physician’s help. If obesity drastically impedes everyday life or becomes a severe health threat, you may actually require surgery. Duodenal Switch (DS) Surgery - [Is Weight Loss Surgery for You?](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/is-weight-loss-surgery-for-you/) - Weight loss is a challenge many individuals struggle to overcome. Some individuals simply are not able to implement the right amount of exercise and healthy eating to shed unnecessary pounds. In those cases, weight loss surgery may be an option. Dr. Michael Bilof, a general surgeon specializing in bariatric surgery and founder of Garden State - [Navigating the Grocery Store: Healthful Shopping](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/navigating-the-grocery-store-healthful-shopping/) - Losing and maintaining weight requires mindful nutrition. Learning how to shop for nutrient-rich foods will keep your diet on track, and knowing how to read food labels means you can better manage what you eat. Wynnie Hoodis, registered dietician, shares her best grocery shopping trips. Map Your Shopping Path The first key to a successful - [Nutritional Needs After Bariatric Surgery](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/nutritional-needs-after-bariatric-surgery/) - One’s diet changes after bariatric surgery. Getting enough nutrients to retain muscle and meet the needs of overall health is challenging for many patients. Post-surgical nutrition counseling steers individuals in the right direction. Wynnie Hoodis, registered dietician, breaks down the importance of protein and vitamins after surgery. Protein for Optimal Function Protein is important for - [Weight Loss Resolutions](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/weight-loss-resolutions/) - Is losing weight one of your resolutions for this year? Then read our blog to know more options for losing weight or contact Garden State Bariatrics today! - [What if there were a pill?](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/what-if-there-were-a-pill/) - Imagine if there were a pill that eliminated diabetes for half (or two thirds) of all diabetics. What if there were a pill that cured 90% of all the patients who have sleep apnea? If you have high blood pressure, would you want a pill that cured your high blood pressure (not just treated high - [The Best Diet](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/the-best-diet/) - Did I get your attention with my little teaser about the “Best” diet? Spoiler alert there really is no “best” diet for everyone. On the other hand, there is likely a best diet for you. What are the clues that what you are doing is really optimum for you? First off, we must acknowledge that - [Drinking Calories](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/drinking-calories/) - I want to discuss something that should be on your ‘never to do’ list. If you have had bariatric surgery, and frankly even if you haven’t, you should never ‘drink’ calories. I mean that in the very literal sense, btw. You should never consume calories in liquid form. So, first off, like all rules there - [Is Strength Training Important?](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/is-strength-training-important/) - Dr. Micheal Bilof of Garden State Bariatrics explains why he advises EVERYONE to do strength training and gives tips to get started on your strength training program. - [Don’t Drink Your Calories!](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/dont-drink-your-calories/) - New Jersey Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Michael Bilof explains why you should avoid pumpkin spice lattes and shares which drinks are safe for weight loss - [The “Dr. Google” Rabbit Hole](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/the-dr-google-rabbit-hole/) - Looking for information about bariatric surgery? Research is important, but get the facts from reputable sources and talk to a bariatric surgeon to determine if you’re a candidate. - [Garden State Bariatrics Turns 15!](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/garden-state-bariatrics-turns-15/) - The Weight Loss Experts at New Jersey's Garden State Bariatrics look back on 15 years of helping patients achieve better health. - [Do You Know Someone with a Lap Band?](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/do-you-know-someone-with-a-lap-band/) - If you had gastric band surgery, you need yearly follow-ups even if your surgery was a success. If gastric band failed you, we can help at Garden State Bariatrics. - [We Are Here to Support You](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/we-are-here-to-support-you/) - Let’s face it…90% of what’s online is really not worth your time…but every once in awhile you find that gem. It kind of makes you think, “Yeah, those hours I spend online (or is it "waste", I’m never really quite sure?) every week are really worth it”. Well, I think I found the gem for - [Tips for Healthy Snacking at Work](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/tips-for-healthy-snacking-at-work/) - If you want to learn about nutrition, Garden State Bariatrics is the correct solution. Call us today or visit our website to know more about our solutions. - [Lifestyle Changes after Bariatric Surgery](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/lifestyle-changes-after-bariatric-surgery/) - If you are looking for a realistic view of bariatric surgery then Garden State Bariatrics is the correct solution. Call us today or visit our website to know more. - [Low-Impact Workout Ideas for Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/low-impact-workout-ideas-for-weight-loss-after-bariatric-surgery/) - If you’re struggling with obesity, you’ve probably tried adopting an exercise routine before with little success. After bariatric surgery, the effects of exercise are much more pronounced. - [How to Prepare for Weight Loss Surgery](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-weight-loss-surgery/) - If you want to know information about bariatric surgery then Garden State Bariatrics is the correct solution. Call us today or visit our website to know more. - [COVID-19 & Obesity](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/covid-19-obesity/) - Several recent studies have listed obesity as a risk factor for COVID-19 & over 107 million Americans are obese. For more information, visit us in Millburn, NJ. - [Feeling Tired? Maybe You're Not Sleeping.](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/feeling-tired-maybe-youre-not-sleeping/) - Obesity causes a host of health problems and puts a strain on all of your body’s systems. What you might not realize, though, is that the extra weight you’re carrying could be interfering with your sleep. - [Sometimes Things Really Do Get Better!](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/sometimes-things-really-do-get-better/) - In the early 2000’s, very few surgeons were doing bariatric surgery laparoscopically (minimally invasive, thru small incisions). I was one of the few at the time. Now, everyone does it that way. This has dramatically improved the recovery time for patients. Twenty years ago, bariatric surgery patients were in the ICU for 2 days, in - [Fitness Plateaus](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/fitness-plateaus/) - If you are reading this and have already had bariatric surgery, then hopefully you are engaging in some form of exercise that is appropriate for your age and degree of mobility. One thing people find after losing some weight is that they can do more…walk more (and further), spend more time on an exercise bike, - [Revolutionary Treatment](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/revolutionary-treatment/) - Amazing Breakthrough! Scientists have discovered a revolutionary new treatment. It makes you live longer, look younger and feel better. It decreases your risk of heart disease, cancer, and dementia. It improves immune function and helps ward off colds and the flu. What would you think if you saw that ad? Are you interested? Well, the - [Keep Calm and Carry-On...with FRED & TM](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/keep-calm-and-carry-on-with-fred-tm/) - I remember the first time I read the Chinese proverb “May you live in interesting times”. I thought to myself…that’s a very nice sentiment. Then I found out that it is not really a proverb but a curse. My next thought was ‘that’s odd…it should be nice to live in interesting times’. Boy o’ boy...I - [The Connection is Real - Coronavirus and Obesity](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/the-connection-is-real-coronavirus-and-obesity/) - This month's discussion is about the association between coronavirus and obesity. It is possible, of course, for anyone to get infected with the coronavirus. What is becoming increasingly clear, however, is that there is a clear connection between obesity and the risk of getting infected with the coronavirus. Even more concerning is that if you - [The Micro... What??](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/the-micro-what/) - As often happens in medicine, we take a relatively simple concept and then give it a really intimidating name, so no one knows what the heck we’re talking about! The "microbiome" refers to the bacteria that live in our gut (intestines). There are more bacteria in the gut than cells in the human body! In - [How To Eat](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/how-to-eat/) - You first have to know how to identify "real foods", and then slowly introduce them into your diet. Real food may actually cost a bit more (trust me… its worth it!) and your taste buds might need to adjust. Let me give a concrete example. If you eat the Standard American Diet (SAD) chances are - [Taste Buds Rehab](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/taste-buds-rehab/) - I recently read a startling fact…in the 1970’s the average supermarket in the United States carried around 15,000 products. Today, that supermarket has almost 50,000 items... WOW! On the surface, that sounds great… more choices and variety. But scratch that surface just a bit and you will find it’s mostly just a “pseudo-variety”. Think about - [Survival Rates After Weight Loss Surgery](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/survival-rates-after-weight-loss-surgery/) - Bariatric surgery can extend patients’ lives by 6.1 years on average. Survival gains are even greater for diabetic patients after weight loss surgery. - [Eat. Real. Food.](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/eat-real-food/) - You might reasonably ask, “Don’t I eat real food?”. Actually, if you’re a typical American eating the typical American diet - chances are this concept is being challenged. Most Americans eat highly processed ‘food’ that all too often is loaded with added sugar, fat, salt and artificial ingredients. What most of us eat could be - [Can you do this for your whole life?](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/can-you-do-this-for-your-whole-life/) - Anytime is a good time to establish new habits but in our culture, January seems to be the most popular time to do so. So let's talk about the ‘R word’ (Resolutation). Since our beat around here is health, nutrition and diet I will confine my remarks to those topics. 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I like to hike and when I had to start looking for easy trails or couldn't join my friends on difficult hikes because I couldn't keep up or catch my breath I knew I had to - [Case-1563](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1563/) - My weight stopped me from doing a lot. From being so heavy my knees would hurt so I wasn't able to do many activities like long walks or even going to music concerts. It was so painful, it would make me so mad that I would just avoid doing things. I started off with type - [Case-1561](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1561/) - I couldn’t walk far distances, be active with my family, or wear any of my old clothes. I have high cholesterol, heart disease and type 1 diabetes. I couldn’t lose weight no matter what I did. It was very frustrating to be my height and being overweight. I thought about it for about a - [Case-1521](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1521/) - I didn’t have any glaring health issues, prior to weight loss surgery I was always tired. I would lie to friends and family to avoid doing active activities because I knew that I wouldn’t be able to keep up. I was gaining new aches and pains by the day and things like getting out of - [Case-1361](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1361/) - My life before surgery was mentally draining. I was lazy, lethargic, unmotivated, and depressed. My weight stopped me from being truly happy. What others did not see what my smile was fake and now it radiates. I considered weight loss surgery for about 2 years. I realized after years and years of yo-yo, non- - [Case-1398](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1398/) - I’ve struggled with weight my entire life. I was always the heavier one in the group and no one quite understood what it was like to always be “too heavy “to fit comfortably in that seat or on the airplane. I tried to be as active as I could as a kid, but it was - [Case-1366](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1366/) - I wasn't able to play with my grandkids because I always tired and having shortness of breath. I suffered from diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease requiring a triple bypass, AFIB and strokes. I waited because I wasn't sure if surgery was right for me because of all my health issues. My - [Case-1344](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1344/) - Before my surgery I hated looking in the mirror. I hated pictures of myself. I hated going to events. I was constantly at the doctor for my diabetes, my sugars were uncontrollable. I was on 3 different medications for it including insulin. I was always so, so tired. Just walking in the mall would exhaust - [Case-1346](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1346/) - I was lucky to have had my surgery young enough that my health was generally not a huge problem for me. However, chasing around my young daughter was exhausting and I felt like I truly wasn't keeping up with her energy levels. I was scared she would grow up without a mom if I kept - [Case-1341](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1341/) - Prior to surgery my weight was preventing me from spending quality time with family and friends. My blood pressure was high, I became type 2 diabetic and I was having difficulty sleeping overnight. I was considering weight loss surgery since 2010 when I was preparing for Lap band. I am happy I put it - [Case-1142](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1142/) - My weight caused me so many problems. It kept me from being more active and enjoying my life. I was constantly going to the hospital because I was sick a lot. Breathing trouble, Got a Blood Clot, (Now I have to be on blood thinners) High Blood Pressure and it made my lupus worse. It - [Case-1141](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1141/) - My weight stopped me from living my best life. My blood pressure was high and I was pre-diabetic so I made a healthy choice. I am enjoying my health and my closet is like a shopping mall because I can fit all my nice clothes again. Working with the team was amazing! - [Case-1143](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1143/) - Before my surgery I hated looking in the mirror. I hated pictures of myself. I hated going to events. I was constantly at the doctor for my diabetes, my sugars were uncontrollable. I was on 3 different medications for it including insulin. I was always so so tired. Just walking in the mall would exhaust - [Case-1083](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1083/) - Hi, my name is Gail Schwab, and I like to tell you about my weight loss journey. After I had children, I decided to lose weight, and I did, but I was younger then, and I felt like it was easier. A couple of years ago, I had a hysterectomy, and the weight came quickly - [Case-1082](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1082/) - Constantly tired, I couldn’t enjoy playing with my grandson for an extended time. I was afraid of health issues surfacing after surgery. After hearing so many success stories once, I started doing my research and decided to go for it. The team was fantastic. You guys held my hands from the day I called for - [Case-1081](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1081/) - I try all methods to lose weight, but nothing works for my hypertension and problems with my lower body due to my being overweight. I was scared at the beginning, but I’m so happy now. The team is amazing. They help you and guide you to the right path. It was a total life change - [Case-1080](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1080/) - My weight kept me from enjoying life because I always felt self-conscious about how I looked or how I could move. My biggest frustrations were doing everything to eat healthy and lose weight, but I always felt like it was one step forward and two steps back. I didn't have a medical issue, but I - [Case-1078](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1078/) - I considered weight loss surgery for about a year. I tried losing weight before the surgery, and it was hard to get pregnant, so hopefully, with the surgery, I will have success getting pregnant. I love the whole staff and doctors. I’m so happy I had the surgery. I feel great, and I love it. - [Case-1079](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1079/) - I had been overweight most of my life. Losing 50lbs twice before and putting it all back on plus more was frustrating. I decided on surgery because I couldn’t chase my kids for more than a few seconds, go upstairs, or even tie my shoes without getting winded. I needed not just to lose it - [Case-1077](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1077/) - Before my surgery, I didn't have a lot of energy and would get out of breath very easy. My back would bother me, and I was in a lot of pain. My biggest frustrations were not being able to wear jeans comfortably and seeing myself in photos. Plus, I had high blood pressure. I thought - [Case-1076](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1076/) - “Some days I look in the mirror and am shocked at the person looking back at me. Never in my wildest dreams did I think this would have been possible to see the reflection I do now. I have always been a “bigger/thicker” girl. I hid my weight very well and acted like it never - [Case-1075](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1075/) - It took me a long time to come to the decision to have bariatric surgery. After ten years of being overweight and many failed diets throughout that ten years, I had a couple of friends who had had success with the gastric sleeve surgery. I had thought about having the sleeve done for a few - [Case-1074](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1074/) - Thinking about life before weight loss surgery is almost like remembering a bad dream. It was a terrible cycle of feeling depressed from being overweight and letting my depression add to my obesity. Food was becoming my main source of comfort and happiness which made it easy for me to lose control while growing to - [Case-1073](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1073/) - Growing up I was always athletic, I played traveling sports throughout my youth and I enjoyed working out at the gym. However, I always dealt with a weight problem. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been trying to lose weight. I tried every new diet, workout program or detox imaginable. I never believed - [Case-1072](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1072/) - I had struggled with my weight my whole life. I tried weight loss supplements, working out, weight watchers etc and nothing worked. I’d lose the weight and it would come back, but with extra weight. I hated myself. I hated the way I looked and how I felt. In June 2018, I started my - [Case-1071](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1071/) - I was always known as the big kid. I played sports most of my life so I used it to my advantage and told everyone I had to be this big to be strong. In my mid-20s my weight ballooned and kept climbing and climbing. I tried exercise and every diet imaginable to man, but - [Case-1070](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1070/) - I started gaining weight around 11 years old, from that point on I was husky to overweight the rest of my life resulting in obesity to morbid obesity from about 42 years of age. I had lost over 100 lbs. over three occasions, only to gain the weight back. The weight gains were extremely frustrating - [Case-1069](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1069/) - I had the gastric sleeve done September 25, 2019. My starting weight was 251lbs and 10 months in I am now at 168lbs (83lbs down). Not only do I look good, but I feel amazing! If I could change one thing about this experience, it would have been to have done it sooner. This surgery - [Case-1068](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1068/) - Paige Gyurindak - daughter I have been morbidly obese my entire life. When I was 22, I decided to make the huge life changing decision to get weight loss surgery. I was definitely scared and fearful, but I knew I had already spent the first 22 years of my life being super insecure and shy. - [Case-1066](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1066/) - My journey began at the end of the summer in 2019 when I saw a doctor for an apparent hernia. During my office visit he told me that the hernia was not that bad, but he was concerned about my bloodwork pertaining to my liver. After some testing, I was diagnosed with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver - [Case-1065](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1065/) - In March of 2019 I was 48 years old on the verge of diabetes, high blood pressure and who knows what else. My weight was always a struggle but this was the breaking point. I visited Dr. Yurcisin and I knew the day I first walked in to the office my life would change. The - [Case-1064](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1064/) - My name is Beth, I went to Dr. Bilof in March of 2009. I made the decision to do the gastric sleeve. So my journey began. Dr. Michael and Dr. Bilof both said that they had my best interest at hand and that they would take care of me. I went to my first meeting - [Case-1063](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1063/) - I'm loving The New Me... I tried diets in the past without success. Surgery was what finally worked for me. Now I'm running, I'm sleeping, and so many other things I could not do before surgery. I’m healthier and off all medications. I'm thankful for what I have and what I have been through. Thank - [Case-1062](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1062/) - I have struggled with my weight since I was a teenager. At the age of 40 I became a diabetic requiring several insulin injections a day. I developed kidney disease as a result of diabetes. In 2013, I had to go on dialysis. I tried to lose weight on dialysis, but it was almost impossible. - [Case-1061](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1061/) - I have been big my entire life. Although I was always very active, playing football and participating in martial arts, the last six years of my life I let myself go. I developed high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and my sugar was on the rise. All of this required three medications to control. Meeting - [Case-1060](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1060/) - When I stepped on the scale and saw that I was approaching 300 lbs. I couldn’t believe it and knew I had to do something about it. I have been overweight my whole life but in May of 2019 I was at my heaviest weight ever 295 lbs. I became a first time grandmother - [Case-1059](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1059/) - My name is Jenn Korndoerfer. I am 41 years old and have been overweight almost my whole life. I started my weight loss surgery journey in August of 2019. I had just recently gone through a terrible divorce and lost my brother unexpectedly. Over the course of 2 years, I gained 50 pounds! I was - [Case-1058](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1058/) - Eleven years ago I weighed 297 pounds. I was miserable and I couldn’t even look at myself in a mirror or at any pictures that were taken of me as I only felt disgust at the person looking back. I have been heavy my entire life. Even as a child I recall going school shopping - [Case-1057](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1057/) - My decision to have gastric surgery was because of my 17 year old daughter. I have been over weight my whole life but I have NEVER had confidence issues. I was not depressed; I could always find cute clothes. I loved me and the skin I was in. My only issue was always my health. - [Case-1056](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1056/) - All I can say is that if you are on the fence about WLS...do it! It has been the best decision I have ever made. To reclaim my life, my health, and my self confidence. I had struggled with my weight since having children. Years of failed New Year’s resolutions, fad diets, diet pills, weight - [Case-1055](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1055/) - My name is Shakeyhia Abbott and I am a patient of Garden State Bariatrics. I had the Gastric Sleeve Surgery. Growing up, I was always the fat or the heavyset girl. As I got older, I started having miscarriages and other health issues which took a toll on me mentally and physically. I decided it - [Case-1054](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1054/) - My whole life I have struggled with my weight, even from my younger childhood years. Throughout my early teens I was bullied by my peers and often called names. I was always active and very involved with sports, but I could never lose the weight. I tried weight watchers, CrossFit programs, “fat” camp and even - [Case-1053](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1053/) - I struggled with the ups and downs of weight loss and weight gain for most of my adult life. As I was approaching 50, I was eating the same but the weight began creeping up again. Since my mom suffered a heart attack at the age of 58 and both her and my grandmother died - [Case-1052](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1052/) - I’ve struggled with weight gain for the past 10 years. I had always been thin, but around age 26, poor eating habits and my love of food caused me to really pack on the pounds. I tried all kinds of weight loss diets, but nothing seemed to work. Then a friend of mine recommended Garden - [Case-1048](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1048/) - All of my life words like husky, big boned and fat were used to describe me. I remember being in the pediatrician’s office and hearing the words morbidly obese. I was only a kid but I knew it wasn’t good. Being tall helped disguise my actual weight. Even though I was overweight I was always - [Case-1047](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1047/) - My life was eating food. And lots of it. My grandmother, mom and wife are all fantastic cooks. I couldn’t pass up a hot dog truck if I tried. While my wife was sleeping, I would sneak away and visit my mistress - White Castle! I would order a sack of burgers and eat them - [Case-1046](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1046/) - If I had to do it all over again, I would do it in a heartbeat! Bariatric surgery is not a "quick fix." It is a lifestyle change and has to be worked at for the rest of your life. I have always been a "big girl" large boned and tall. I had gained - [Case-1045](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1045/) - Looking back over the last year, my weight loss journey has probably been one of the most rewarding and yet difficult transitions in my life. It took me a long time to get to the point where I would even consider surgery as an option. In 2018, I spoke to my wife about the option - [Case-1044](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1044/) - My Journey began after I had my 3rd child. I would lose weight and gain it back all the time. I gained 60lbs when I was pregnant and could not lose it. I have yo-yoed dieted for 30 years. I tried Weight Watcher, South Beach, Adkins, and Jenny Craig. They all worked at first then - [Case-1043](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1043/) - In April 11, 2016, I made one of the best decisions of my life. After 3 kids and years of obesity, my weight soared to 290 lbs. After losing 100 lbs. on my own and then regaining it all back (plus some), I told myself enough was enough. I decided to have gastric sleeve surgery. - [Case-1042](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1042/) - My whole life I have been overweight and simply went about each day existing. I knew I relied on food to comfort me and the number on the scale to define how I felt about myself. At age 19, two words forever scarred my heart and burned into my mind. On my Father's death certificate, - [Case-1041](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1041/) - Following years of emotional eating, both happy and sad, and numerous attempts at weight loss, I decided that I wanted to be able to enjoy my life. I have rheumatoid arthritis and the weight loss has helped my inflammation tremendously. The surgery itself was not extremely painful, by day 3 post op I was feeling - [Case-1040](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1040/) - Let me start of by saying the best decision in my life has been having Weight Loss Surgery with GSBWC!! I have struggled with my weight my entire life, especially after becoming a working mother of 3 boys. I have always put everyone first and didn't realize that over the years I let myself go. - [Case-1039](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1039/) - “More than a year ago, I decided to change my life. Years of living dependent on depression and anxiety medication took a major toll on my health. Overweight, hypertensive and pre diabetic, I met with doctors and decided to make a change. I started practicing a Holistic way to treat my Anxiety/Depression and kick started - [Case-1038](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1038/) - On July 30th, 2017 I weighed 432 lbs. I was on blood pressure medicine, diuretics, cholesterol medicine, asthma medicine, and two types of diabetes medication 4 times a day. I had difficulty doing the simplest things. I had battled a diabetic ulcer on my left foot for 5 years. I could barely walk or bend. - [Case-1037](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1037/) - I have battled weight my whole life. I would manage to lose, then gain it back, plus some. It was a constant roller coaster. I have always been a very positive, upbeat person, who takes whatever life throws at you. However, about a year ago, I had hit an all-time low. I was at the - [Case-1036](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1036/) - Hi I'm Heather Oset. I had the Loop Duodenal switch on January 18, 2017. I was 356 lbs with hypertension, sleep apnea, sciatica/back pain problems and borderline diabetic. At that weight, I also wasn't able to start a family. As a hairdresser, I'm on my feet all day and my weight was affecting my job. - [Case-1035](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1035/) - Four days from now will be my one year anniversary. I arrived for surgery 6am on a Monday morning. I was scared. I was nervous. I was not sure if I made the right choice. I remember Dr. B saying, “Andy, from this point forward, this will be the last time you ever feel this - [Case-1034](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1034/) - September of 2016 was such a huge life change for me. I struggled with my weight most of my adult life. I was only 27 years old and had spent most of my twenties overweight, unhappy and out of breath. When I got married I loved my pictures, but secretly wished I was a smaller - [Case-1033](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1033/) - Just over 2 years ago I made the best decision of my life. A choice that has given me a new lease on life. Looking back, my life prior to my weight loss journey was more difficult than I had thought. I find the greatest joy in the smallest accomplishments. Before my surgery, I was - [Case-1032](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1032/) - My husband and I met 32 years ago when we were just 12 years old. We were close friends all through school. He always made me feel beautiful even though I was overweight. We started seriously dating at 19 years old and got married at 26. I struggled with my weight my entire life and - [Case-1031](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1031/) - ~ October 26, 2016 is what I call my NEW BIRTHDAY! ~ My name is Alicia and I would love to share my story with you about my weight and health issues, and how I overcame them. I am 60 years old and have been fighting my weight and related health issues for at - [Case-1030](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1030/) - October 26th 2016 will forever be the day that changed my life dramatically and for the best! After years of dieting, exercising, weight loss programs and a baby nothing seemed to help me lose the weight that I was so desperate to lose. I worked so hard, ate as healthy and clean as I could - [Case-1029](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1029/) - I guess you can say that I am an OG of gastric bypass surgery. I had my surgery on April 12, 2006 and never looked back. I could not have imagined that 11+ years later I would be able to maintain my weight loss after numerous failed attempts in the past. As an obese person - [Case-1028](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1028/) - Myself (Deanna) and my mother (Gina) have been struggling to lose weight for years. It seemed as though we had tried everything. One day I decided to look into bariatric surgery. I did a few google searches and came across Dr. Bilof and Garden State Bariatrics. After several months of preparation for our surgeries we - [Case-1027](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-1027/) - Growing up, I had a hard time losing weight on my own. I had no confidence, I was bullied, I was shut out, I was depressed, and every day was a struggle. I knew something had to change; I didn’t want to grow up and have physical and emotional problems. I didn’t want my family - [Case-972](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-972/) - Dr. Bilof has changed my life in the following ways: 1. My outlook on life has changed dramatically for the good and everyone around me notices the change in my attitude, look on life and my overall personality 2. I am now able to train a martial art that I have been dying - [Case-970](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-970/) - On January 20, 2016 i embarked on a life-changing journey. After years of struggling with my weight, I decided to have gastric sleeve surgery. Upon much soul searching, I decided it was important to share my journey with you! I remember searching for someone…anyone to help ease my fears and anxieties about surgery but had - [Case-968](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-968/) - Without Dr. Y and the wonderful staff I wouldn’t be where I am today. For the first time in many years I can actually look at myself in the mirror and not be ashamed in who I am. I feel amazing, and I feel beautiful inside and out. I have finally gained self esteem, and - [Case-965](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-965/) - Let me start by saying that my decision to have weight loss surgery with GSBWC was the best one I’ve ever made! I’d been struggling with my weight most of my adult life. Starting with the birth of my first child. And it’s been a 30 year battle. I’d tried different weight loss programs, with - [Case-964](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-964/) - Today (11/11/2016) is my one year anniversary since my surgery. After struggling with my weight for the better part of a decade, the yoyo effect with trying different “fad diets”, losing weight and gaining it back, an unhealthy addiction to food, a poor self-image and self-esteem, dealing with social anxiety, being borderline diabetic, and suffering - [Case-963](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-963/) - For a very long time I struggled with weight, excess weight. I often tried all kinds of weight loss programs and would get limited results but never permanent. I was at a point where I felt hopeless and I knew I couldn’t do it alone I needed help. I came to see Dr Bilof who - [Case-962](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-962/) - Getting up the courage for the initial appointment was the hardest part. That morning, I wanted to cancel but knew I had to go. I didn’t know what to expect when I walked into Deborah Heart and Lung. I was so nervous I wanted to run! As I sat in the exam room, a soft - [Case-961](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-961/) - In April 2015, I came to Dr. Bilof as a 5’10”, 269 pound man. I was on medication for high blood pressure and cholesterol and my primary physician told me that in 3 – 5 years I would be diabetic if things didn’t change. I had a mild case of sleep apnea and suffered from - [Case-960](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-960/) - Let me start off by saying I am a true believer that there are no coincidences in life – there’s only synchronicity and everything happens for a reason. … The truth is, back in 2014, I was diagnosed with having one of the worse sleep apnea results at Deborah Heart And Lung…in fact, once - [Case-958](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-958/) - Hello everyone. I am a new person thanks to making an innocent phone call the summer of 2014 To Deborah Hospital after seeing an advertisement online when turning on the radio station for a new Bariatric Program that they were starting there. At the time I didn’t know I was calling for surgery, I - [Case-959](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-959/) - A big thank you to Dr. Bilof and his staff!! Let’s start at the beginning. I had a doctor’s appointment in April of 2014. When they weighed me I started to cry. I went home, searched the internet, found Garden State Bariatrics and made my appointment. I loved their website. I went to their seminar - [Case-957](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-957/) - Initially, I had only thought about going for stomach surgery. I decided to attend Dr. Bilof’s presentation on the different types of surgeries available to lose weight. Two of the three friends who went with me decided to go for it. I decided to wait. I was a little apprehensive at first, but after one - [Case-956](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-956/) - Just wanted to send this your way. Thanks to the wonderful staff and the amazing Dr. Bilof for changing my life, boosting my health and self confidence. I have recommended a countless number of friends and family your way who have also had great success. Thank you all for your sincerity in everything you do! - [Case-955](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-955/) - Hello, everyone! My name is Heather Steinberg, I’m 30-years-old and from Woodbridge, New Jersey. I live with my parents and four younger sisters. I have a boyfriend of over two years as well. Currently, I’m a part-time babysitter and a full-time college student, studying for my Bachelor’s of Human Services and then continuing for my - [Case-954](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-954/) - My name is Jeanmarie DeBiase and I am 54 years old. After the loss of my husband, a first responder of 9-11, my life took a drastic turn. I was left to raise my 3 young sons while trying to deal with my loss. It was quite overwhelming. My best friend, (who just happens to - [Case-953](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-953/) - We’re the Raffaele Family. We never imagined we’d be picked to be the first Family of the Month! This is just another incredible milestone on the long list that has enhanced our lives ever since we began our weight-loss journey. Four years ago, my son Adam’s brave decision to take control of his weight - [Case-949](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-949/) - I have, health, happiness, confidence…thanks to Dr Bilof and the amazing staff he has working with him! My first visit to Dr Bilof, I was 281!! I was focused on having the Gastric Sleeve surgery and I never looked back…no nerves, no second thoughts. Is this an “easy way out”? Absolutely NOT! Is it - [Case-943](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-943/) - My name is Tammy Greiss and I am honored to be patient of the month! My struggles with my weight began when I was just a child. I was in my first weight loss program at 8 years old. I had lost 50lbs and was happy with that but it didn’t stay off for very - [Case-934](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-934/) - I had my surgery in April of 2007. I weighed 445 pounds and am now 165 pounds. I have lost 275 pounds and feel wonderful. My family doctor has told me I am healthier than him. He feels now I will live to 100 at this point in my health. I had the gastric bypass - [Case-931](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-931/) - My name is Bryson Jenkins I’m 28 years old ,a recent weight loss surgery patient and I’ve lost over 250 pounds. After losing my weight loss, I found my voice and the confidence to pursue my dreams in the music industry. Ambitiously, I relocated to Atlanta Georgia where I landed a record contract and released - [Case-925](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-925/) - My decision to have this surgery was based on my family’s health history of diabetes as well as high cholesterol and the road that I saw myself on. At a young age of 28 it was hard for me to do every day activities, uncomfortable to hold my nephew, hard to walk through a mall, - [Case-952](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-952/) - My name is Dawn Chokov and I am 40 years old. I had the Duodenal Switch on August 25, 2014 and have since lost 164 lbs and I am not done losing yet! Having weight loss surgery was the best decision of my life. Before surgery, I was always tired and it was hard to - [Case-940](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-940/) - Before seeing Dr. Yurcisin, I was battling my weight at almost 400 pounds. I decided to have the Gastric Bypass on October 7, 2013. My life has changed so much since! Thanks to Dr. Yurcisin and his nice staff, I lost 170 pounds and feel great. Prior to the surgery, I was told I would - [Case-240](https://www.weightlosssurgerynewjersey.com/blog/gallery/case/case-240/) - My entire life I was always the chubby kid. I was always the 12-year-old in Weight Watchers and the kid with the 100 calorie snack packs at lunch. My weight defined who I was as a person both physically and emotionally. 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