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  • Username: ShootinStar412
  • Location: Mechanicsburg, PA, USA
  • Member Since: 1/4/2009
  • BMI: 35.1
  • Post Op
  • Surgery Type: RNY (09/03/09)
  • Surgeon: Luciano A. DiMarco
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Luciano A. DiMarco
I LOVE DR. DIMARCO! He takes his time with you and makes sure you know exactly what is going to happen before/during/after the surgery. I felt so safe in his hands. I highly recommend him! I have not had any complications from my surgery. Dr. DiMarco does tend to run late for his appointments, but that is just because he is a busy doctor and is patient with his patients! If you have any questions about him, just ask me. He changed my life. :)
Member Interests
  • Music - I absolutely LOVE music!! I play a few instruments and sing occasionally.

Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by lucky62756 on 9/8/09 5:42 am
    Wishing you a speedy recovery...You are begining a new chapter in your life and I hope your journey is as great and enjoyful as mine has been...Keep us up to date on your progress and don't be afraid to ask questions.. we are all here for you...Good Luck....'Lucky"
  • Comment by BigFatButtaLuva on 9/3/09 7:45 pm
    Many blessings for a speedy recovery.
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Update... it's been a while
on April 13, 2010 3:28 pm
Hey everyone!!  It has been months since I got a chance to write..  but I thought I'd take the time to update everyone on how things have been going for me.  First of all, I'm no longer a foster parent. It was difficult but we requested they find her a new family.  Second, I am now currently separated from my husband. But as far as my weight loss is concerned...  I have lost 142 lbs. since September 4th. I just had an appointment the other day with my surgeon's office. Everything is going great! I'm not having any problems other than my Vitamin D being low, and finding out that I probably have gout.  But my weight loss is going wonderfully. I have gone from a size 32 clothes to now wearing 18, sometimes 16. I have amazed myself with my determination...  and I couldn't be happier. Plus, I still have more to lose!!!!  
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First Post-op Appointment
on September 15, 2009 7:41 pm
Today I had my first follow up appointment with my surgeon. He checked everything and made sure it was going well.  He discussed the soft diet with me, which I actually start on tomorrow. How exciting!  Oh and I was super surprised when I found out I lost 22 pounds since my surgery on 9/3! I was so shocked! But I'm loving this. :)
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The days after, for me at least
on September 8, 2009 3:58 pm
So, I had my surgery on Thursday, 9/3.  Things have definitely been challenging for me. I came home from the hospital on Saturday.  Since then, I have been on a clear liquid diet. This is tough! But no one said it would be easy.  I'm looking forward to starting my full liquids tomorrow, with stuff like milk yum! I am so excited.  Sorry I can't stay on too long today but just wanted to give everyone an update. I made it this far at least.
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Here comes the worry monster...
on August 25, 2009 8:00 pm
So, my surgery is in about one week.  I am super excited and anxious.. I want my new life to start. But, today started some new feelings for me. I know a lot of people are worried about the surgery itself. I'm not so sure that is what is bothering me the most though.  I am so scared I am going to mess up.  I know that having the surgery usually prevents you from doing this or that which is why it is so successful. But in the back of my mind I feel like I'm going to screw this up just like every other attempt I have tried to lose the weight. I am planning on following all the guidelines my surgeon and nutritionist gave me. I guess my low self esteem and low confidence is starting to play against me here.  I had to look myself in the mirror today (which I hardly EVER do) and tell myself that I can do this... that I will do great! I just hope I believed myself LOL.
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My Story

My story is pretty simple and probably alot like what others have experienced. I was a heavy baby which turned into a chubby kid. From there I just kept adding on the pounds and became an obese teenager. I always had problems doing what "normal" people were doing. Growing up was hard not being able to ride any roller coasters with your friends, not being able to keep up with everyone when we played sports, etc. I still feel like I have been blessed in all other aspects of my life though. God has been with me through it all. I have been married for almost four years. We are caring for a foster child right now as well. I have loving parents who support me through everything I do. A lot of my family has dealt with weight issues and I am taking a step forward and hopefully being a role model for others.  I have always put everyone else's needs before my own, which is maybe one reason I'm in this situation right now. I have tried the diets, but like a lot of others, lost a little weight but then gained it all back plus some.
My RNY is scheduled for September 3, 2009. I can't wait! I love talking to new people and sharing life's experiences. Send me a message sometime.
God bless!


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