barbaraannvt
I'm 39 years old. A mother of one who is a 20 yr old male. I have been heavy all my life. Many in my family are heavy. I have lymphedema in both lower legs, and some other medical issues. I have tried numerous weight loss strategies. Some worked temporarily some didn't work at all. I have decided that I need to get myself healthy and to lose the weight so that I will be around for many years to come. I started in the Bariatric Program at DHMC on May 23, 2008. Since then I have lost 14 pounds. They require you to complete a packet of medical information and to attend educational seminars which I think is a great way to learn about all the changes that will have to be made now and in the future for WLS to be effective. DHMC sets up appointments with an RN and a dietician for you and then once you have comepleted all that and your insurance has given the payment ok you meet the surgeon and get your surgery date. I have two cousins that are also in the program. It nice to have their support and to be supportive of them as we all embark on this weight loss journey.
** I had surgery on February 25, 2009 and have lost 113 pounds since my weight loss efforts began. I now weigh 307 pounds. I am losing daily and feel great!
