In a world of weight loss drugs, weight loss surgeries and rising healthcare costs, many patients are figuring out what is most accessible and affordable for their own weight loss journeys.

Bonnie Marshall's weight loss journey started with a reflection.

"You come to a point to where you stare at yourself in the mirror and you know you got to make the phone call," Marshall said.

She said obesity is part of her family history. After years of weight loss programs and medication, she called St. Luke's Hospital.

"For someone at my stature a few years ago, for a permanent solution, bariatric surgery was definitely my decision," Marshall said.

Her surgery was life-changing. It was also completely covered by her insurance. She and her doctor considered all options, including weight loss drug

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