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Carrie Brody, age 66, has been happily married to her husband, Rich, for 45 years. Together they raised two sons, and she now cherishes her role as a grandmother to two grandsons she loves deeply.
After undergoing gastric sleeve surgery in 2020, Carrie achieved a remarkable 215-pound weight loss. Today, she finds her greatest joy in living an active, healthy life alongside her grandchildren.
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Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
Time Slot: 4:00pm – 4:20pm
Carrie will share the inspiring story of what led her to begin her weight loss journey and the challenges she faced along the way. She will open up about the turning points that motivated her to take charge of her health and the strategies she used to stay committed throughout her transformation after having bariatric surgery. Carrie will also highlight the incredible value of having a strong support system, the role her “tribe” played in lifting her up, and how maintaining a gracious and grateful attitude helped her overcome obstacles and stay focused on her goals. Her journey is a powerful reminder that lasting success is not just about physical change but also about mindset, community, and perseverance.