The Only Way is Essex star Liam Gatsby underwent a “life changing” operation this week he shared with fans on Instagram.The 33 year old posted a couple of photos of himself from a hospital bed following his treatment at The Holly Private Hospital in Buckhurst Hill, Essex, to repair his stomach after suffering from a hiatus hernia. Liam had flown in from LA especially for the operation and is now on a required liquid diet ordered by surgeons while he recovers from the complicated surgery.The reality star was seen in the photos shared holding up the thumbs up sign with both hands as he looked relieved to be out from on top of the operating table. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter .