Our Bariatric Success Stories

Garry *

Dr. Fitzer performed gastric bypass surgery on me on Halloween, 2017. Less than 6 months later I am down 101 pounds and still going down. This is life-changing. My only regret is having put it off this long. I am on target to be at my normal weight in the October-November time frame of 2018.

Shikira *

From since I could remember, since a toddler, I always had a little belly. As I grew older, I was always the happy chunky kid. In middle school, I joined the young marines, in high school, I wrestled varsity all 4 years of high school. No matter how physical I was, I always a bit thick. I graduated HS and off to college where I gained a bunch of weight. In 2011ish, I decided to take my weight under control. I dropped about 100 with diet and excercise. Then I met my EX, I stopped working out, I partied a lot more with him. I gain weight back PLUS more! Let’s be honest who wants a salad after a night of heavy drinking and partying. In October of 2016, I had my consultation with Dr. Fitzer; he answered all my questions and made me feel super comfortable about the whole process. Before I knew it was 12/27/16 and I was getting my sleeve done! One year and 2 months later, I am down 151 pounds from my heightest weight which was 330. The day of my consultation, I weighted: 309. I currently weigh 179. I couldn’t be happier. This isn’t an easy fix, this will not solve all your problems, you must stay focused on good eating habits and working out post surgery more than you did before. This is a tool to aid us in a successful and healthy weight journey. I’ve got a long ways to go and I don’t plan on stopping. Thank you Dr. Fitzer and Team!!!

Shelly Tanks *

I had RNY 3/21/17. In August 2016, I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol.. At my heaviest weigt of 240lbs, I knew I had to change my life. I now have a personal trainer 2 times per week and I walk everyday. Thank you Dr. Fitzer and staff for making me believe in myself! Currebt weight 170lbs. Goal weight 150lbs

Lucretia Dennington *

As the years passed me by, my weight increased. The increase in weight lead me to develop sleep apnea, diabetes and high blood pressure and cholesterol. After doing much research and not enjoying the path I was heading down, As the years passed me by, my weight increased. The increase in weight lead me to develop sleep apnea, diabetes and high blood pressure and cholesterol. After much research and education I decided to have Gastric Bypass. I “googled” VA Bariatric surgeons and came across Dr. Fitzer and his staff. I have had nothing but the best experience since day one and I have been properly educated! This has been one of the best decisions in my life! Yes- it is a life change but it can be done! Dr. Fitzer and staff are very caring and want the best for you! I am one year and one month post-op!