Testimonials

Bariatric surgery has been shown to be an effective method of weight loss for individuals struggling with obesity. The patient testimonials below reflect the experience of patients who successfully underwent surgery and lost significant amounts of weight. Each individual is different and not all patients may experience the same results or dramatic weight loss.

Hear how weight loss surgery has changed Linda's life for the better! 

Hear how weight loss surgery has changed Dawn's life for the better!

Hear how weight loss surgery has changed Sarah's life for the better!

Hear how weight loss surgery has changed Isabelle's life for the better!

Hear how weight loss surgery has changed Dan's life for the better!

Erin Chabot struggled with her weight until she made a decision that helped her reclaim her life: bariatric surgery at Roger Williams Medical Center with Dr. Dieter Pohl. Since her weight loss surgery in January 2016, Erin has lost more than 200 lbs. and seen a marked improvement in her health and overall quality of life. Now, she wants to help others do the same.

Michelle's 176 lb. loss following weight loss surgery has brought her a new perspective and lease on life. "The first year was amazing," recalls Michelle. "It was the new me."

Providence College basketball coach Ed Cooley talks about his weight loss journey following surgery at the Weight Loss Surgery Center of Excellence at Roger Williams Medical Center.

Gloria Sanchez talks about her weight loss journey following surgery at Roger Williams.

Bonnie St. Jean talks about her weight loss journey following surgery at Roger Williams.

Robert Gubala talks about his life-changing weight loss surgery at Roger Williams Medical Center.

Denise Bertrand talks about her life-changing weight loss surgery at Roger Williams Medical Center.

An amazing story of a couple that lost a combined 390 lbs. after each had weight loss surgery at Roger Williams Medical Center.