• Username: Karey
  • Location: Falls City, NE, USA
  • Member Since: 9/20/2006
  • Post Op
  • Surgery Type: Duodenal Switch (10/17/06)
  • Surgeon: Ranjan Sudan, M.D.
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Ranjan Sudan, M.D.
Dr. Sudan is wonderful, as is his staff. They are all very helpful and informative. The night before surgery I had to call him because I was having trouble with the pre-op cleanse and I also had to call him the day after I returned home due to nausea and vomitting; he graciously accepted my calls and acted like there was no problem in phoning him after hours. He took excellent care of me before and during my surgery. He and his staff are all dedicated and concerned about the patient's wellbeing. I would recommend Dr. Sudan highly.
Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by candiegarcia on 10/16/06 8:35 pm
    My prayers are with you on a speedy recovery.
  • Comment by LeaAnn on 10/16/06 9:00 am
    I'm thinking good thoughts for you, Karey as you embark on this incredible journey towards a new and better YOU! I'll save you a seat on the Loser's Bench! Wishing you a safe surgery and swift, comfortable recovery. Luv U, SwitchSistah! LeaAnn
  • Comment by Debbie W. on 10/15/06 7:40 pm
    Karey, My thoughts and prayers will be with you on Tuesday. May your surgery go smoothly and your recovery be complication free! debbie
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Just Three Days to GO!
on October 14, 2006 10:40 am
I'm getting ready to head to Omaha on Monday.  I have my pre-surgery meetings and an appointment with Dr. Sudan.  At home I weigh 205 pounds; I'm anxious to see what I weigh on the doctor's scale.  Getting a little nervous, but also very excited.  I probably won't be on the computer much now; maybe a little on Sunday.  I'll post again as soon as I can!
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My Story

I have always had a battle with my weight.  I've lost the same 50 to 60 pounds over and over again. Now for the last two years I've been unable to lose ANY weight.  I've weighed 205 pounds for two years, no matter was I do.  I can starve or I can eat like a pig and I stay the same.  I'm only 5'1", so the 205 is a lot on my short body!

I have insulin-dependent diabetes, have had since I was 15 and now I'm 46.  I have neuropathy in my upper right thigh and both of my feet from the diabetes.  I also have high blood pressure. My PCP is afraid if I don't have the surgery, I will have severe heart disease in a couple of years. 

I finally won the battle, after one year, with my insurance company and got approved for WLS.  I'm having BPD/DS on October 17.  I can't wait!

I'm ready for a new and better life.

I'm married for 15 years to a wonderful man and I have an 11 year old daughter, may angel, Gabrielle.  I've worked as an administrative assistant for the State of Nebraska for the Probation System for almost 23 years.

I will keep you posted as time goes on.