Lisa G.
Bayonne, NJ, USA
Post Op - BMI: 29.1
Surgery Type: Fobi Pouch Gastric Bypass
Member ID: G1100735528
Surgeon: Ajay Goyal, MD, FACS

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I was recently divorced after nearly 10 years of marriage , I found myself back in the dating world. I was ashamed of the way I had looked and felt, and I knew if I felt that way about myself that others must also. I needed to change my life. I have been married for so long that I could not imagine having to start all over again, especially with the way I felt about myself. After months of therapy, I decided, I would have no choice but to start my life new and I did! I changed everything that I hated about myself and I started with the way I look. Then I started with my low energy level. I had the Gastric By-Pass surgery on March 8, 2004. I have lost 80 pounds, and exercise on a regular basis which increased my energy level. I feel great and have more energy than I know what to do with. I have painted my whole apartment and I have found happiness that I never knew could exist after such a hard time in my life. WOW .... This is living!

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Surgeon Info:
Surgeon: Ajay Goyal, MD, FACS
My first thought was "OH MY GOD! HE LOOKS LIKE MY EX-HUSBAND!" He was young and dressed very nice. I hope he knows what he is doing. This was all before he even spoke one word. After my first office visit, everything changed. I saw and knew he was a good surgeon. He had complete knowledge and I felt confident he was the Surgeon to preform my surgery. His staff was the best, I did not have to do anything with the insurance company, they took care of it all! They were prompt in answering all my questions. I have not one thing to comment regarding this..He is great! He is a perfectionist, and I would not want nothing less operating on me. He has excellent after care ... he has support group meetings every month, and keeps you informed of web sites like this. The risks were explained completely, and I had no fear at all going into this ALL my questions were answered. I can say nothing less than he is a great surgeon and I have recommended him to friends.
Insurer Info:
Blue Cross Blue Sheild, Traditional
I cannot really say, the surgeons staff took care of everything for me.