Hey Melissa. First I will say that I totally get how you are feeling the wind was let out of your sails. :( This is such an arduous process already, that when you meet someone along the way with a dissenting opinion, it's tough to take. Let alone the fact it is your doctor.

Not all physicians feel the same as he does. In fact quite the opposite. And the negative effects of obesity are not in your head...they are very real. I hate to recommend doctor jumping, but if this is something you are definitely going to do, it is going to take a lot of life changes and a lot of support, so perhaps you might want to consider choose another primary. Just my 2 cents, for what it's worth. I know it's very hard to leave a doctor that you've been with for a long time, but in order to change our lives, we have to make tough decisions. If he is still willing to write the letter, you can try and get your support elsewhere but you will need a primary physician who takes a genuine interest in your care after surgery and being supportive is part of that.

Good luck to you and I hope you are not too discouraged. It's a little bit different for everyone but for ME, this has been the best decision I have ever made. I am healthier and happier on a level I had no idea I could achieve. I wish the same for you. For me, having this surgery was not giving up. It's winning the battle against something that was killling me. Just keep on, keepin on, girl. :)

 Looks good... Did your insurance cover that?

Thanks :)

You look freakin' bomb diggity!! Awesome!! Who was your surgeon? Congrats!! 

good to see you heather....  

I had every intention of hitting the gym on Wednesday, even had my gym clothes on, my protein shake and water bottle.  But then there was a huge accident on Route 100 in Pasadena which shut down the highway...the domino effect took place because of it which turned Mountain Rd and Richie Hwy into a parking lot!!  It took me 45 mins to get home from work which is normally a 5 min drive!!!  So...I took a long walk instead.