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Weight loss surgery and a virtual support group improve quality of life for a grateful patient

With the support of an online community and her bariatric team, Laurie Lingley’s bariatric surgical treatment is helping to improve her quality of life.

Encouragement, expertise give 'fresh start' to bariatric patient

Mattoon resident Colin Leggett knew he needed to make a change. With Carle’s Bariatric Surgery team right at his side, he made the first step toward a better future for himself and his family. Now down 175 pounds, Colin believes that the team at Carle Bariatric Surgery can help others too.

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