Success Stories

Patient Testimonials

Below are just some of the hundreds of patients who have had successful weight-loss surgery at Manatee Weight Loss Center.

Jill and Paul Grivas

Losing weight together has been an amazing experience for Jill and Paul. They have been able to coach and support each other along the way.

Jill’s and Paul’s Story

Jonathan Bahm

Jonathan was able to lose 230 pounds in two years after having surgery at Manatee Weight Loss Center.

Jonathan’s Story

Jenny Rodriguez

Jenny was able to lose 135 pounds in 17 months after having surgery at Manatee Weight Loss Center.

Jenny’s Story
A Manatee Weight Loss patient before and after surgery

Katrina Labadie

After researching surgeons for two years, Katrina made the decision to meet with Dr. Rekkas.

Katrina’s Story
A Manatee Weight Loss patient before and after bariatric surgery

Gianna Soussan

14 months after weight-loss surgery, Gianna says she “feels healthier and more alive than ever.”

Gianna’s Story
A male Manatee Weight Loss Patient before and after surgery

Pedro Alfaya

After finally deciding to have surgery, Pedro Alfaya has lost almost half his weight and could not be happier.

Pedro’s Story
A Manatee Weight Loss Center patient before and after surgery

Sarah Blinkhorn

Sarah says, “Getting gastric sleeve surgery has been the best decision of my life.”

Sarah’s Story
A female Manatee Weight Loss patient before and after surgery

Kristina Babcock

Kristina has a new energy and outlook on life after losing 110 pounds.

Kristina’s Story
A Manatee Weight Loss patient before and after bariatric surgery

Ciera Lemoniades

Ciera Lemoniades shares the wake-up call that motivated her to lose 100 pounds.

Ciera’s Story

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