Bariatric Surgery Patient Stories
Diana Rodriguez Finds Balance, Support on Weight Management Journey
10/08/2026
The team at UI Health’s Comprehensive Weight Management Program provided personalized surgical and medical solutions to help her achieve her goals. Read More
Marguerita hoped her own weight-loss surgery would inspire her sister to address a life-long struggle with obesity – and maybe save her life.
10/02/2015
Patients who have Laparoscopic adjustable gastric band weight-loss surgery often go home the day of the procedure. Read More
Katie says her weight-loss surgery has changed more than just her size
07/01/2015
After a lifetime of being overweight, the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System’s skilled medical team and innovative and sleeve gastrectomy procedure gave a young mother improved health and improved her life. Read More