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Today on Our Sleeved Life Podcast, Mel sits down with Kimberly for a powerful and emotional patient story you’ll never forget. After surviving long-haul COVID, battling cardiomyopathy, going through a hysterectomy, and reaching her highest weight of 360 lbs, Kimberly made the life-changing decision to undergo VSG (Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy).

Now, 14 months later, she has lost 145 pounds, reversed major health risks, and completely transformed her daily life.

In this episode, we dive into:
• What long-haul COVID really feels like
• How cardiomyopathy and high blood pressure became Kimberly’s turning point
• The emotional toll of weight gain after hysterectomy
• The bariatric surgery approval process and choosing the right surgeon
• Stress eating, emotional triggers, and food addiction
• Building habits during the honeymoon phase
• Life-changing non-scale victories
• How therapy and mental health play into sustainable weight loss
• Daily weigh-ins, accountability tools, and managing fear of regain

Whether you’re researching weight-loss surgery, considering VSG, looking for real patient experiences, or trying to understand obesity and post-op mental health, this episode is packed with insight, hope, and relatable moments.

Watch the full conversation to learn how Kimberly reclaimed her freedom, her mobility, and her life.

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