"Morris J. Washington, MD will forever be an important part of my life. Obesity had been a struggle for me since childhood. After losing my 19-year-old sister in a car accident in 2009, I turned to food for comfort and continued gaining weight. I was miserable and felt as if I would never have control of my body again. After hearing, “Misty, you are a walking stroke”, and borderline diabetic; which led to taking blood pressure and cholesterol medicine daily, I knew it was time to do something or I wouldn’t live long enough to see my Sons graduate. I began to pray for the Lord to help guide me wherever I needed to go for help.
I often had bad days, but this day, I was having a bad “fat day” so I started searching online for Bariatric Surgeons in SC. An article popped up on my computer regarding a Bariatric Surgeon by the name of Morris J. Washington, MD. I immediately called to schedule my consultation. Dr. Washington took the time to explain all my options, details and risks of bariatric surgery. He was very patient and addressed all questions and concerns that my Husband and I had at the time. Dr. Washington was very honest and trustworthy at a very critical time of my life. After a visit to his office, we decided the Gastric Sleeve procedure would be the best option for me. I was sleeved on May 7, 2012 and because of the Lord, Dr. Washington, and the support from my family, my life has been changed forever. Seven years later, I am blessed to say, “I am down 128 lbs. and not taking any medications. Thank you, Dr. Washington for helping me with the best decision I could have ever made regarding my health. I couldn’t imagine this journey without such a selfless, supportive physician.
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