For the growing number of Kentuckians who are obese, there is help out there that can give individuals a second chance at a healthy life. KentuckyOne Health Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Robery Farrell says nearly thirty-five percent of Kentuckians are obese, the country’s fifth highest rate. There are now three surgeries available to help get eating under control. The newest and most common is a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Farrel says following surgery, patients can lose eighty percent of excess body weight in the first year. Those considering a procedure need to find a center that will provide neverending support to help keep the weight off.