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Before & After There are currently no before and after photos for this member. See these instructions if you wish to submit your own Before & After photos. Surgeon Testimonial Ashraf A. Hilmy, M.D. rnFrom the first time I stepped in Dr. Hilmy's office I have felt at ease. All of Dr's Hilmy's staff has been very helpful and kind to me. He has a wonder Dietician who is always willing to help you out. I felt I was instructed very well for my pre-op. Dr. Hilmy made sure everything was excatly right before the surgery. He did an excellent job with the surgery. He is very particular with his patients and the nurses at the hospital know they better do everything right. I went home doing very well. The pain was there a couple of days but otherwise the surgery was a success. I have had absoutely no complications and I have been 3 yrs out as of next month. I followed up with him as I was told and followed his instructions as told. I am very grateful to Dr. Hilmy and I do feel so grateful that God lead me to him. He has been a wonderful Doctor. I am a spokesperson for Dr. Hilmy. I believe he is in this bussiness for the right reasons. He is totally fullfilled by seeing the trasformations in His patients.rnrnSincerely,rnAbby Elizondorn Member Interests
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Hi! My name is Abby Elizondo.I live in Harlingen, Tx. I am 43 Y/O and I am married. I have 3 children. I am a Licensed Insurance Agent. I Rep. Medicare for an Insurance Company. I am also President of the Phoenix Support Group. I will be 3 yrs out of my Surgery in September. I had the Gastric By-pass Surgery. I have lost 135 Lbs. I feel so free and born again. I feel so blessed to have had the oppurtunity to have had the surgery. I have a wonderful family and support group. I do spend alot of time motivating others that have had surgery and I always try to be positive no matter what!
My Story It took a rude awakening for me to realize how morbidly obese I was. I was at my nephew's party all having a good time. I was sitting at the table with my family when all of a sudden the chair I was sitting on broke! It was the worst expierence of my life. My two brother-in laws belted with laughter. Can you believe it!! Instead of helping me up. They just stood there and laughed. My huband was inside the house so thank God he did not see it all. I finally was able to get up. I felt so ashamed, embarrased, disgraced, empty, lonely. I got up and went inside. I went to the bathroom and bursted in tears. I was so emotional it was unbelievable. Well, that same month we went on vacation to Fiesta Tx. My son wanted me to go on a ride with him. I waited in line for 40 min. We both went to sit down on the ride. The handle would not close!!! The gentleman tending to us told me sorry Mam you are not able to get on this ride. You don't fit. Another blow. My son was sad but said okay Mom. I can go alone. I walked away so terribly hurt. I just wanted to die! That was what it took! When we came home that weekend I made a decision. I had a friend who had Gastric By pass. I told her my story. She invited me to the Support Group and even made my appointment with Dr. Hilmy and the rest is history. Unfourtanely, It takes terrible experiences to make a change. I don't want to ever remember those moments. They were so painful, terrible, awful etc. Those days are gone. Everyday is a new day for me. I thank God constantly for His Grace. He is awesome and has been very good to me! I have met my goal. I have lost 132 lbs and have kept them off. Thank the good Lord. I weigh 135 lbs and feel so free. I have energy to run, play go on rides with my son, bike riding, swimming and so much more. We all have a sad story but we can change that around. We can take control of our life. Just make the commitment. Love yourself, you deserve it! There is only one you and God has made you unique. Let us shine and make a difference to others. God Bless you today!!.......Abby Elizondo |
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I so disappointed in myself. I am just going through a hard time. Lately, food has been my every thought. I have been going through alot of stresses and I guess I am using food as a way out. I know better but it is my lack of faith. I am so grateful that I have friends of OH. They have been such a help to me. I have put on a little bit of weight, but I know a little leads a little more and on and on. I am trying to re-focus and not give up. Thanks for your prayers and support. They mean the world to me!!!
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