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Luis V. Gorospe, M.D.
I have not had much interaction with Dr. Gorospe on a personal level other than my initial consultation which was short. I did listen to him talk in the orientation seminar and was very impressed with his credentials and ability to explain what he was doing (or going to do) and why. He has a morbidity rate that is lower than the national average and is an instructor in laproscopic RNY. He seems to have a tremendous amount of experience and cares greatly about doing things right. After having my surgery, I am more than ever a huge fan of Dr. G's. He is just the sweetest man and thank God for his skill. If not, I would have either not been able to have to surgery or would have had to have an open RNY instead. I have had little to no trouble since the surgery and have complete faith that if I follow his care, I will come through this with flying colors. I got to speak with him more during this part of the process and he is a very sweet, kind, humble, and educated man. I would recommend him to anyone in a heart beat!!!
Member Interests
  • Animals - Love animals! Can't get enough of 'em. I like them better than people sometimes.
  • Humor - I love to laugh. It's medicine to me.
  • Dogs - I have a female Shih-Tzu by the name of Tillie. She is my baby!
  • Movies - I'm a movie nut. I love everything from sci-fi to romantic comedies.
  • Music - Music is another thing I can't get enough of. No country though...sorry.
  • Fashion - In the daydreams about my new body, I have become a fashonista!
  • Cooking & Baking - I love to cook for people, I just don't want to do it for a living!
  • Lifestyle & Sexuality - Living with the love of my life and hoping to be hitched to her when I'm skinny!
  • Dispatchers - Have been one most of my life! I love emergency services and helping people.
  • WLS in your 30's - I can't believe it took me this long! So much living to do & so little time!!

Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by Eggface on 4/1/07 11:38 pm
    Wooo Hoooo!!! You're big day is almost here Sara!!! I'm so happy for you. Can't wait to start hearing all your WOWs... it's hard at first but soon you'll have only awesome days of feeling healthier and healthier. I will be thinking of you in the next few days and looking forward to you coming back soon!! ~Michelle (MV.)
  • Comment by anewbecboo on 4/1/07 8:17 pm
    Tuesday is your big day honey! I am so excited for you!!!! You will be a LOSER really soon~woo hoo!!!!!!! I will be praying for a successful surgery, a smooth and speedy recovery, and the ability to use your tool for optimal success for a healthier and thinner new you!!! May God bless your journey! love and big hugs, Becky
  • Comment by Lori Freckles on 4/1/07 1:36 pm
    Sara, I'll be praying for a fast and speedy recovery. You're in great hands with Dr. Gorospe and Dr. Kirk. The loser's bench is waiting for you.
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Who would have thought!!
on October 23, 2007 8:20 pm
I never would have thought that I would say this but I love working out.  I actually even miss it if I don't get to do it before I go to work.  Who would have thought it!!! 

I walked 5 miles last Saturday and it felt great.  My legs were sore and tired afterwards but the next day I was back to my normal self and things were good again.  

I'm down 150 pounds now and feel like I am finally in a place where I can do this for the rest of my life.  I love being healthy and being so conscious of what is going in my mouth.  I have felt better and am able to do so much more.  The compliments keep coming and coming from my friends and family and they make me feel great.  

I really think I'm going to do it this time!! 

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I survived!!
on October 9, 2007 7:56 pm
Okay...well I survived my first serious plateau thank God! I really thought I was going to go crazy for a while...that darn scale would NOT move! I finally figured out towards the end that I had lost inches just not pounds because I got into a shirt that I hadn't been able to fit in at the beginning of the month.  I was exercising more and eating the same amount of calories so I was so frustrated with not losing any pounds.  I got through it though and I'm finally losing again.  I lost 8 pounds in the last 3 days so I think I finally broke through the barrier and I'm back to the downhill slide! 

I did the Race for the Cure at the end of September.  I was so happy to be a part of the walk.  At the end, the breast cancer survivors were all asked to come up on a set of bleachers and get their pictures taken together.  It was a very emotional moment seeing all those women and know what they had been through and survived.  This is my first year to do something like this.  Before, my weight would have never let me walk in a 5K.  I'm so proud of myself for doing this and giving back to the community.  I will definitely do this again next year.  I am also going to do The 3-Day in San Francisco in September, 2008.  This walk is 60 miles spread out over 3 days.  Tammy thinks I'm crazy but I'm really excited.  I can't wait to get there and be a part of something so great.  I have to have $2,200 in donations though to go so I'm going to be spending the next year soliciting everyone that will hold still to donate! 

My WOW moments continue to sneak up on my almost daily.  I saw a picture of myself and my 2 other friends at the Race for the Cure and was shocked at how much closer to their size I was.  I am still feeling fantastic and so very thankful for this surgery and all the opportunities it has given me.  I am so glad that I have done it.  This weekend I bagged up all my old clothes that are too big and am taking them to the thrift store in the morning.  I have only a few shirts that fit me and no pants.  Even my underwear are too big.  The only things I have that fit me are my socks and bra.  Isn't that a pretty picture???  I'm gonna have to do some shopping soon.  What a shame, no?!

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