Saw my surgical team today...

Feb 22, 2011

Hello world, today I had a follow up appointment with my surgeon.  This morning I weighted 128.4 lbs and was very excited to see everyone at the surgical weight loss office.  I put on a cute outfit and away I went.  Walking into the office with my head held high, shoulders back and a bounce in my step.  From the receptionist, to the nurse and dietition... one by one they came out to say hello and see the 'new' me.  The office was filling with WLS patience, some there for the first time.  I could feel their eyes on me and their ears listening to my conversations with the staff.  It's just so amazing to me still at this point how life transforming this surgery was.   I re-lived how I wanted this surgery for my Health - to help me with Type II Diabetes, High Cholesterol and Hypertension.  All three are gone!  My blood pressure was taken, and the nurse just smiled shaking her head at how healthy I looked.  

Finally, Dr. Heider walked in. I jumped up and gave him a huge bear hug.  He will forever be in my thoughts and prayers as my surgical angel.  We talked and talked and the time passed. I'm sure his patients who were waiting were not happy with the length of time we were in there, but he wanted to hear from me.  How I felt, what worked, what didn't, suggestions, recommendations.  We talked about hair loss, skin surgery and more. 

Before I left, I was asked to come back and speak next week at the WLS seminar for the new patients.  I am honored to be asked and accepted their invitation.

They are even going to feature me for the Patient Spotlight this month.  Cindy one of the office managers snapped this picture below.  This is me, and I am proud of myself.  GO ME!    Thank you Dr. Heider and all your office angels.

2.22.11+-+5.5+months+post-op

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