Sheri A.
9/24/06 -- I have been contemplating weight loss surgery for about 10 months. I know several people who have undergone gastric bypass and have had tremendous success. I am considered a "lightweight" with about 85 lbs to lose. My BMI is at 40 with diabetes, sleep apnea and lots of muscle pain and weakness. I am at my highest weight ever (about 225lbs) and am on high doses of diabetes medication. My endocrinologist suggested GBS as a "cure" of diabetes and I am finally going through all of the pre-certifications to qualify. I have never been thin but my weight issues began in my late teens and escalated after the birth of my second child in 1984. I am now 52 years old and I am tired of trying every new diet, having moderate success and then gaining back everything I have lost and then some. I am a regular visitor at my local Curves, a program I enjoy because it's easy and social. I can't imagine being thin, let alone what life will be like as a thin person!
9/25/06 -- Good News! Dr. Jean-Baptiste just called to tell me I was approved! I cannot believe that it was so easy! He got me approved just with the nutrition and psych evaluation! He has a great relationship with Blue Cross Blue Shield! My gallbladder ultrasound is on 10/2 and endoscopy and colonoscopy are scheduled for 10/17.
10/2 -- Had to change my ultrasound to next week because I left the prescription on my desk at work! Saw the cardiologist last week. He wants a nuclear stress and echo before he gives clearance but he is glad I'm getting the surgery done.
Oct. 9 - Had my gallbladder ultrasound, bloodwork and a visit to the nutritionist today. I have about 4 weeks to go. I made a wonderful new friend on this website, Cheryl, who is helping me with my profile and has become my "buddy" in this difficult journey to get thin and healthy. I want to publicly thank her for it and to G-d for bringing us together. We have many commonalities and are similar in many ways!
