For those on their weight loss journey after bariatric surgery or while taking weight loss medications, understanding obesity risk factors affecting different populations can provide valuable context. African American women face distinct challenges related to weight management that stem from both environmental and biological factors. The Statistics Are Striking The statistics are striking: nearly 80% ...
Hello OH Community! I have finally made the decision to get a revision surgery, sleeve to bypass. A little bit of background... was sleeved in 2012. Now I have regained weight, I have severe GERD with esophageal spasms, I have a really bad migrated hiatal hernia, and apparently my original…
KayLavonne
Due to severe GERD and a failed attempt to repair a hiatal hernia last year I found out today that I will be having another hernia repair surgery and the surgeon also recommended revision from sleeve to bypass. He was driving while he was telling me this so the call…
Kristie B.
Hi! I had gastric sleeve in 2015 and lost about 100 lbs. I had some stuff go on in my life and unfortunately went back to my old ways. Over the course of so many years most of the weight has crept back on. I’m so disappointed in myself and…
Ruby9999
Happy Monday everyone. Saturday was a total wash out and I was feeling tired and lazy from going in so early Thursday and Friday so I just did minimal stuff. Yesterday I did a bit more, but the darn wind was crazy outside which made it a bit cooler than…
ladygodiva1228
I'm 44 yrs old and have been on disability since 2000 for my depression (and debated bipolar II). I have run the gammut of meds - to the point where the font almost requires a magnifier so I can keep it to one page. My therapist has spoken about how…
Jenb1202
Greetings, So I really hit a low point with some financial stress that I went through with a small business I have and reverted back to my old ways of dealing with things - very poor food choices over a couple of months. I feel terrible, but I am ready…
Freewheeler
Well we all did it again made it through another week of either calmness or chaos. The physicals went very well yesterday and I am back again at 4:45 for the second round. I have to make sure all employees have their proper paperwork, respirators, hearing protection, etc. plus meet…
ladygodiva1228
Good Morning peeps. I've been here at work since 4:45 for the annual physicals for the employees. So far everyone who has been scheduled to come in has which is a good thing. We have a couple of more days of nice weather until Saturday when we are supposed to…
ladygodiva1228read my surg report and it says VSG with the S being staples not sleeve. I am not having much luck googling tht, it comes up with sleeve! Did anyone else have staples instead of sleeve ? is that just how they did it 13 yrs ago? Any known complications…
who knows
Good Morning menuer's. I hope everyone had an excellent Easter. We had so much fun at Bob and Adrianna's. The grandkids had a blast playing outside games and there was so much food. One of their friends brought the lamb lollipops which were so tender and delicious, and we got…
ladygodiva1228
Today I had my psychological evaluation for weight loss surgery—and it honestly meant more to me than I expected. This journey has never just been about my size. It’s about my pain, my habits, my healing. For years, food was my comfort, my shield, my escape. But now, I’m…
FloridaMom1994
Tomorrow is a big day for me—I'm going in for my psychological evaluation as part of the process for weight loss surgery. This isn’t just a box to check. It’s a real step toward a healthier, more balanced version of me. A lot of people don’t realize it, but…
FloridaMom1994
This March, I lost my grandma, my rock, and the person who always believe in me, even when I struggled to believe in myself. Her passing has left huge hole in my life, but it's also given me a renewal sense of purpose. My grandma always worried about my health…
FloridaMom1994
I'm a single Mom of 4, and I weigh over 400 pounds. I've spent years taking care of everyone but myself. I've smiled thought the pain, pushed through exhaustion, and put my needs last. But now it's time for something different. It's time to put me first. I'm starting explore…
FloridaMom1994
Hi im Theresa Petrea a proud single mom of 4 beautiful kids from sunshine state.Life's been a journey,and right now I'm exploring weight loss surgery because at over 400 lbs, being mom i want to be has become incredibly hard. I've spent to long putting myself last, and now it's…
FloridaMom1994
So far its going good. What I decided to do now is weigh myself daily. Ive beeen doing this since November of 2024 consistently, the results show up on an app called weight guru which is on my phone. I really like it becasue It's been uploading it for years…
sirenwall
I decided to do a 30 day challenge. The challenge is to workout everyday . I'm on day three. I started on Monday April 22, 2025. I try to do 20min of cardio and 5 different weights , 3 sets of at least 10 reps to 15 reps, the higher…
sirenwall
Labs matter just as much as weight 5 markers of Metobolic health metter: A person meets the criteria for metabolic syndrome if they have at least three of the following #1High Blood pressure greater than 130/85 #2 High Triglycerides greater the 150 milligrams per decilitter of blood (mg/ dL) or greater …
sirenwall
I've always been almost there but I never get to my there and then I fall backwards ( gain it back). Why is that. 42 pounds from my goal weight. It's so far away. Somehow I'm still chasing that feeling of what I believe is the finish line.. I'm still…
sirenwall
I learned after the surgery what kind of man this “doctor” is. Look him up. A woman beating piece of trash. Total loser and waste of life.
I’ve tried a lot of protein shakes, and Premier Protein’s Chocolate Shake is one of the few that actually tastes good. Honestly, it’s like drinking chocolate milk—smooth, creamy, and not chalky like some other brands. It doesn’t have that weird aftertaste either, which is a big win in my book.
I have always experienced great care and have complete confidence in Dr. Ferzli and his program. He is so patient and available to his patients, and his staff is so very helpful.
Nope. Had a sleeve in December 2019. In 2023, I had a bowel obstruction due to scar tissue from the procedure. Dr. Kia performed what was supposed to be a simple procedure and perforated my bowels TWICE! After waking from surgery, I was in the worst pain of my life!…
Hi! I’m Jackie Hurley and I gastric sleeve done March 5th 2025 and I’m currently 37 days after surgery and I’m feeling wonderful! Doing everything to help me through the healing phase…walking is your best friend with gas and the healing process…I can say Hands down the best program out…
