A back injury led Midge H. to make a promise to herself to lose weight. After losing 61 pounds in just over a year, her back is pain-free, she has more energy and she sleeps more soundly. Better health is just one part of the transformation Monarch Medical Weight Loss patients often experience.

Before starting her customized Monarch nutrition program, Midge drank up to five 20 oz. Diet Pepsi drinks a day. She consumed almost all of her daily calories between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m., often eating fast food hamburgers.

Monarch has taught her better nutrition and how to eat healthfully, so she can control her weight. She hasn't had a fast food burger in more than a year.

"I lived what I call a double life," Midge said. "In public I put on my happy face and when I was alone, a not-so-happy face.  I've learned to love me for me!"

Above: Today Midge is more than 60 pounds lighter and full of energy. She said her greatest accomplishment is learning to love herself.

Right: Midge weighed 267 pounds when she injured her back.