Weight Loss Patient

Bonnie Germain, a patient of the Weight Management Program from Chicopee, Massachusetts, benefited from the team’s support. “By the time I reached out to HMC, I was mentally ready to lose weight, but I knew that I couldn’t do it alone,” she says. “I was inspired by the enthusiasm of the team—they wanted me to succeed and helped push me to do my best.”

Her hard work and perseverance paid off. Over the course of a year, Bonnie’s weight went from about 255 pounds to 130 pounds. “Before
surgery, I was supposed to lose 25 pounds, but I lost 50,” Bonnie recalls. “I was fortunate that even at age 60, I didn’t have many comorbidities, though I do notice that I no longer get out of breath when I go up and down stairs. I’ve rediscovered my love of biking, and I participate regularly in aqua fitness.”

Bonnie has found that her whole life has improved since her weight loss. “I’ve opened myself up more, and, in turn, new opportunities have emerged,” she adds. “I have a new job and a new man in my life. My journey has changed the way I look at the world.”