Losing Weight, Gaining Life: A Nurse’s Story of Transformation
- Courtney Torchia
- Apr 28
- 1 min read

I started Tirzepatide on September 16, 2024. My starting weight was 301 pounds, and I am now down to 235–236 pounds.
I am currently taking 7.5mg weekly, along with a Lipo B injection twice a week.
Both of my knees are bone-on-bone with arthritis, and I’ve had meniscus repairs in both. One of the first changes I noticed after starting Tirzepatide was the pain and inflammation starting to disappear. I’ve also struggled with plantar fasciitis, and that has greatly improved as well.
NSV (Non-Scale Victory)
I had to buy new scrubs — and for the first time in my nursing career, I fit into an XL! I have never been able to wear an XL before, and that was such an incredible moment.
Another realization that really stuck with me: I’ve lost as much weight as my 4-year-old granddaughter weighs. When I lift her, I struggle — and it was a real eye-opener to realize I had been carrying that extra weight around on my body every single day.
This journey has been life-changing, and I’m excited for what’s ahead!
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