Bryan Freeman, M.D. DR. FREEMAN: I have known Dr. Freeman since he came to Anniston. He is a good man and I trust him as a person and as a surgeon.
COMPLICATIONS: I am aware that Dr. Freeman, himself, had complications after his surgery. I believe this makes him more compassionate toward his patients. ALL surgeries carry a certain amount of risks... being overweight also carries risks.
BEDSIDE MANNERS: As far as I am concerned, Dr. Freeman's bedside manners cannot be surpassed.
Gina, I just want
you to know that I
have you in my
thoughts and prayers
for a smooth surgery
tomorrow! I hope all
is resolved and you
can get past these
pains. Hugs, Gail
Gina,
Was just reading
your profile to get
some protien shake
recipes, and I
wanted to tell you
how great you look.
You should be PROUD
of yourself. About
the hysterectomy,
don't worry
afterwards you will
tell yourself that
this was the 2nd
best decision you've
ever made for
yourself. I had a
total hysterectomy
when I was 24
(Valentine's present
to myself LOL), and
I just turned 40 on
the 13th. You will
feel so much better
it will be hard to
describe. Good Luck
and May God be with
you. Thanks for all
the wonderful
recipes can't wait
to try some.
I worked out with a trainer for several weeks.. a couple of months and I lost 8 pounds but I don't have the money to renew my contract so I'm on my own once again.
I'm continuing to weigh on a regular basis, trying to keep tabs on any fluctuation so I can correct it before a gain becomes permanent.
I am a surgical (post-op) nurse. I am frequently assigned to patients who had bariatric surgery. As a nurse, I know the risks involved and I am scheduled for surgery on February 17, 2003. I can't say that this was a hard decision but at the same time, I cannot say it was an easy decision either. I have followed bariatric surgery from the onset. Once, I approached a medical doctor regarding this surgery and was told that I would never be approved. For a while I was quiet about surgery but I never completely put it out of my mind. Yes, I am nervous, and yes my co-workers feel compelled to tell me everything that MIGHT go wrong but I am determinded to move forward.
My Hobbies: I enjoy computer art programs such as Paint Shop Pro. I also enjoy photography and videography.
My Interests: see hobbies
My Concerns: I hate to throw up. I hate to be sick. (I hate buying clothes off the plus size rack). And I am concerned about enough about my health that I am willing have surgery in order to feel better tomorrow.
About Me: I am a Christain, a wife, a mother, and recently (this month) I am also a first time grandmother (I am going to have another grandchild this spring). And I am a BIG chicken!!! I decided to have surgery because I want to be able to play with my grandbabies. I am presently healthy and I want to continue in good health but statistics are not on my side. Realizing that being overweight can lead to high blood pressure and diabetes, not to mention all the joint pain and social stigma that is attached. I would rather be known as the person who did everything humanly possible to be healthy instead of being known as the person who just accepted it.
My Highest Known Weight of 250
My Weight History:
I was a chubby baby. I weighed 9 pounds 9 ouces at birth and remained chubby for a number of years but I slimmed down as a teenager. In fact, I was once told that I was underweight and was advised to gain weight. Little did anyone expect that I would gain 80 pounds during a single pregnancy. After giving birth, I weighed 203 pounds and was on the road to morbid obesity. I had three pregnancies back to back, suffered depression during the pregnancies and ate out of control. I felt like an alcoholic... hiding my eating habits. I'd consume large quanities of food while my husband was at work and not wanting him to know how much I'd eaten, I'd force myself to eat supper with him. I sought medical help many times. I think I have taken almost every diet pill on the market. The diet pills allowed me to keep my weight to around 200, but once the prescriptions would run out, I'd quickly gain my weight back. My highest known weight is about 250, but I lied about my weight so often that I am not sure if that is correct.
My First Official Pre-Op Picture
January 20, 2003
APPROVED
February 17, 2003 SURGERY (I'll update more afterwards)
One Month Check-Up
April 28
WEIGHT: 190
BMI:31.6
My 6 Month Check-Up.
October, 2003 - 9 Months Post-Op
February 14, 2004 Happy Valentine's Day
I got a new hair cut and new color to complete my new look.
April 27, 2005 Hysterectomy Day
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My Grandsons
Ryan (3) and Rowley (2)
My Granddaughters
Kaylee (3 this month) and Karsyn (7 months)
Without surgery, how would I be able to keep up with these kids?
My Pug Puppies
May 15, 2006
I went to Six Flags on Friday (May 12). Here's a picture of me riding a kiddy ride with my granddaughter. WOW, there was actually room in the seatbelt... I could breathe.
July 28, 2006
INTERNAL HERNIA SURGERY
September 16, 2006
Karsyn's 1st Birthday
This is what my "adult" daughters do when they have a camera with a timer.