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Paula's Story

For Paula Darby exercising and trying every diet in the book didn't work. After a recommendation from her doctor, Paula decided to turn to gastric bypass surgery. Paula's procedure was performed by Dr. Timothy Hipp.

October 28, 2014
Paula Darby outside in a cheetah print shirt.
Paula Darby, Bariatric Nurse Terry McKenzie, and surgeon Dr. Timothy Hipp.

We’re thrilled to share the story of Paula Darby. It’s been three months since Paula came from West Virginia for her weight loss surgery at North Florida Regional’s Center for Obesity Surgery and Treatment. Paula’s photo by the Duck Pond was taken on July, 25, 2014, just days before her robotic gastric bypass surgery. Her photo with bariatric nurse Terry McKenzie and her surgeon, Dr. Timothy Hipp, was taken on September 24, 2014, when she returned for a check-up. So far, Paula has lost 44 pounds and is feeling great. We are so happy for her!

Published:
October 28, 2014
Location:
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital

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