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Gastric Bypass Surgery

Gastric bypass surgery makes the stomach smaller and allows food to bypass part of the stomach and small intestine. You will feel full more quickly than when your stomach was its original size, which reduces the amount of food you eat and thus the calories consumed.

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Starla's Weight Loss Story Southeast Texas

Starla shares her weight loss surgery experience at CHRISTUS Southeast Texas Bariatric Center. Since her Gastric Sleeve surgery in 2014, Starla was able to conceive and now lives a healthier life for her family.

To hear more about Starla's special delivery after her gastric sleeve surgery, click here.

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