Celebrating Weight Loss Success Stories

I am only 24 and was struggling to do daily activities and my family was very concerned. I got engaged in 2022 and of course wanted to look my best for my wedding. I did some research and found BMI…I had my initial appointment in June 2025 and surgery was in September 2024.

BMI has been so easy to work with and guided me through the whole process. From the start of my journey until now, it has been a pleasure working with the whole staff. I love being able to keep up with my husband and 3 doggos. I’ve always wanted an active lifestyle and now it’s so much easier!

I cannot put into words how grateful I am to have Dr. Duperior and his staff guide me on my weight loss journey. At 52, I felt hopeless due to my weight and health issues. I started using GLP1 injections and lost 50 pounds, but when my insurance stopped covering them, I couldn’t afford to continue.

I researched alternatives and kept seeing Dr. Duperior’s name. After hearing great things, I scheduled a consultation. His kindness and expertise put me at ease, and I decided to move forward.

The surgery experience was amazing. At my three-month post-op appointment, I had gone from 230 pounds to 187. I feel healthy, have energy, and even go to the gym. Dr. Duperior and his team gave me my life back!

7 months after surgery, I’m able to tackle tasks at work with NO problem, climbing tanks, climbing rigs, getting under machines for repairs, and fitting in heavy equipment and all trucks! I can now keep up with the kids and sleep better. I feel great about myself. I don’t get the awkward looks in public anymore and when I look in the mirror I can smile again….The only regret I have about the surgery is that I didn’t do it sooner. The #1 thing I like to do now is RUN! I love the feeling and knowing that I can do it now!

Before my surgery, I had trouble sleeping and had insulin resistance. It took me about 3 years to be able to decide to have the surgery because I was afraid of complications, but it was the best decision. The BMI team has been very professional in their work and also very friendly. My energy changed totally and my self esteem increased 100%!

They make you feel comfortable from day one. Super knowledgeable and friendly staff. They answer every question I have as soon as I ask. Dr Duperier was amazing and made me feel secure as soon as I spoke with him. I recommend them to anyone who even thinks about getting bariatric surgery.

Choosing sleeve gastrectomy with BMI has truly transformed my life. Although the early days were challenging, especially with the post-op pain and adjusting to new habits, it was all worth it. Nearly three years later, I’m proud to say I’ve maintained a healthy weight, and I feel more energized and confident than ever before. The unwavering support from BMI’s incredible team of dietitians and nurse practitioners, along with my husband’s constant encouragement, has been instrumental in my success. If you’re considering weight loss surgery, I cannot recommend BMI enough. This journey has given me a new lease on life, and it’s possible for you too! With the right guidance and support, you’ll discover a healthier, happier version of yourself. Take that step—you deserve it!

From the moment I walked in to this office 3 years ago to today I have felt nothing but love and positivity. The support I receive from everyone is something I have not experienced before in a weight loss program. I am very thankful to BMI of Texas for working so hard to get everything I need to get approved through my insurance. I am now able to carry my grandchildren and walk with them without fear of falling with them in my arms. I have energy to play with them as well. My mindset is also in a much better place. Thank you Dr. Englehardt, Amber and all the staff at BMI of Texas.

I had considered weight loss surgery in the past, when I got the pre diabetic news I decided to go through with the surgery and began the journey. Staff and doctors were knowledgeable and explained everything in detail. Together we discussed possible options and pros and cons for each. I’m 7 months post op and am down 105 lbs.

Before my WLS, I was unable to travel by air without the possibility of having to purchase a second seat, or at the very least getting a seat belt extension. I had Type 2 Diabetes, and was taking three medications to control my blood pressure.

I put off the decision because I was almost certain I would not be approved because of my age, heart conditions and blood pressure. I finally realized that I could not lose weight by willpower alone, and decided to see a Bariatric Surgeon, thinking that at the worst I would be denied and that might open other possibilities for me.

When I was approved, I didn’t hesitate! From the very first visit, Dr. Duperier and all the staff have been supportive, informative, and have encouraged me every step of the way.

Today is my six-month “surgiversary”, and I’m down 105 pounds from my initial encounter with Dr. D. Last month I traveled to Europe and didn’t need a seat belt extension. The freedom of not having my life dictated by my weight is almost overwhelming!

I’ve been overweight my whole life and always wished I could have surgery to help me. I found out my husbands insurance approved it and took the leap before I could talk myself out of it. I have family history of diabetes and heart conditions and I didn’t want to wait till it was too late and I developed them as well. Everyone at BMI is amazing! I know that they care for their patients and believe in us and what we can achieve. The front office is incredibly helpful and polite, the medical staff is super knowledgeable and always available for any questions, and everyone is so supportive!

My life now is AMAZING! I am running and enjoying it, I can keep up with my toddler with no problem, and I don’t take any blood pressure medicine and have healthy labs! I am so confident in myself, my strength, and my health. It’s an amazing feeling that is hard to put into words.

I had anxiety, depression, back pain that I was on multiple medications for. I could not walk very far without getting winded and needing a relief inhaler. I was becoming close to being a type two diabetic. I was on the verge of high cholesterol. I knew I needed to do this for myself because I wanted to be healthy.

Christa has been there for me through thick and thin. Every step of the way. She has been so supportive even when I was having my lows she was there to help pick myself back up. Clarissa is the best dietitian I have ever worked with. She can come up with the
most amazing tricks to satisfy a craving. She also does not put you down for having a slip up! She says just try harder and it will be ok. I felt completely safe and comfortable in all these people’s hands. I can not express how thankful I am to these people and the countless MAs.

Before my weight loss journey began I was overweight I was eating anything and everything that wasn’t good for me. I was on the verge of being diabetic my blood pressure was out of control and I just felt horrible. I was not able to walk long distance without getting out of breath. Since my surgery I have started living a healthier lifestyle. This surgery gave me the right tools to cook healthy meals. Overall health is amazing now. I sleep a lot better and I have more energy than I’ve ever had in the last 30 years. If I had to do it all over again I would! Thank you BMI for giving me my life back again.

Fantastic great staff always made you feel comfortable and always had a answer for me.

Now able to do many outdoor activities , more active, walk 6 miles a day, ride a bike and enjoy my love ones

My old weight stop me from being active with my family and was constantly tired. I was borderline diabetic, high blood pressure and on a Bi-pap machine. I put off the decision to get the surgery because I was afraid of the operation. I wanted to change my life and be back to the way I use to be.

It was an awesome experience. They were there every step of the way.

I had been wanting weight loss surgery since I was in my 20s when I first started hearing about it but when my back issues got so bad that I could no longer work, I knew it was now time and had to be done quickly. BMI of Texas has been such a wonderful group to work with. Everyone from start to finish went out of their way to make this surgery possible for me and get me back to work and back to living and loving my life.

I have so much energy now!!!

I had been trying all types of diets without success for many years. I would stay home alot due to the fact that I was always tired because of how heavy I became. I finally decided that I was important and couldn’t be putting everyone before me. I needed to get healthy!!

The very 1st time I called BMI, the staff was very informative and friendly. They answered all my questions and made my appointment. It’s been 6 months since surgery and I’m extremely happy that I chose BMI. The staff goes beyond what they need to in order to make sure I am informed, up to date, courteous and always listen to my concerns.

In January 2021 I started actively trying to lose weight. I saw a nutritionist, I joined a gym, but the weight wasn’t coming off. Several up and down months of trying led me to calling BMI for help. From the very beginning it was like a dream come true. At times I felt like I didn’t need the surgery because I was too “thin”. I took the checklist and ran with it. I wanted to get this surgery asap. BMI was and still is very helpful.

Now? Now I’m healthy! My weight is still getting there, that will happen over time. My health though?! No more high blood pressure, fatty liver-normal, no more high cholesterol, diabetes is in check, so well I think I’m in remission. My bloodwork is perfect in every way. That was my goal.

Before losing weight I couldn’t play with my students during recess or sit on the floor to teach small group instruction. I left school feeling fatigued and never had energy to do anything else after work.

I waited a year before finally reaching out to BMI. I tried so hard on my own to lose the weight but nothing seemed to work for me. What finally made me decide to go for it was when I realized my legs would fall asleep as soon as I would sit on the floor and the day I walked the stage for my Masters degree.

Working with the BMI team has been amazing. The support and encouragement since the day I called. They answered any and all questions I had and continue to have. I know that if I ever have a question they are always a phone call away.

I thought about weight loss surgery daily for over a year before making my initial appointment. Finally after seeing photos of myself and crying because I was so unhappy with the way I looked in them, I decided that was it and I was going to do something about it.

The team at BMI did a wonderful job helping me through the entire process. I felt well taken care of from the start of it all and still do! Since having weight loss surgery and losing over 100 pounds I have experienced things I wouldn’t have allowed myself to before.