Gastric banding surgery is the next step when diet, exercise and medication have failed...

Real Life Success Stories

Read the stories of real people who have achieved life-changing success with gastric banding surgery – success measured not only in kilograms and clothing size, but also in significantly improved self-esteem, better general health and increased energy levels.

Andrew Spalding, 29, Melbourne

"It's quite shocking how differently people treat you when you lose weight - you get a lot more attention..."


Julie, 44, Shepparton

“My weight has been a big issue for most of my life but within the first six months of having the surgery I lost 31kgs..."


Susan Schifferle, 47

“I was trapped in a vicious cycle where nothing seemed to work. I lost all motivation to eat well and exercise...”


Ellen, 62, New Zealand

“I underwent the gastric banding procedure in 1999 when I was 135kg. Since then I have lost 58kg and now weigh about 77kg now..."

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