Whit posted a discussion topic 6 years, 2 months ago

Hello,

I revised from a failed RNY to DS 5 years ago December. While I had surgical complications and a slow recovery I would do it again in a heartbeat.

Surgeon: Dr Ara Keshishian

High Weight: 300


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Whit posted a discussion topic 10 years, 6 months ago
-100 pounds today - Well I am -100 pounds in a little over 9 months. I had Revision from RNY to DS. in December with the amazing Dr. Keshishian. I have gone from 22/24 XXL to 6 SM. BMI from 40 to 2...

Whit posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
RNY to DS - What is wrong with you people? - RNY to What?  Band to what? I have been on this sir site over a year (this time) and I have to say why would you revise to something that did not work for most (RNY).  do your r...

Whit posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
BMI of 23 http://images.obesityhelp.com/_shared/im - Hello, I had revision surgery in December and not only have i reached a normal BMI but I am under my 150 goal weight. I am going to drop it to 140. Crazy, surreal, and satis...

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Whit posted a discussion topic 11 years, 5 months ago
Revision approved! -  Hello all, I know most of "us" belong to several sites so this may be a repeat... I have bee approved for revision surgery from RNY to DS with Dr. Ara Keshishian in Delano Ca. I ...

Whit posted a comment 11 years, 6 months ago
Jamie, I am thinking about you and hope you are doing...

Whit posted a discussion topic 11 years, 7 months ago
Consultation with Dr. Keshishian - Hi all, I have an appointment for a consult with Dr. Keshishian next week. Pretty excited. I hope he thinks I am a candidate for revision surgery.  Whit

Whit posted a discussion topic 11 years, 7 months ago
% of wound infections after open surgery? - Hello, I had Laproscopic RNY 10 years ago. All went smoothly no infections or issues. I am looking into a revision which will be open. Terrifying thought. I am wondering how may p...

Whit posted a comment 11 years, 8 months ago
Thanks Heather. No not the "stomaphyx". As I understand it he is...

Whit posted a comment 11 years, 8 months ago
Hey there, Checking in to see how you are doing. With the exception...

Whit posted a comment 11 years, 8 months ago
Wow you look great.

Whit posted a comment 11 years, 8 months ago
Awesome.

Whit posted a comment 11 years, 9 months ago
Where is your head? Do not beat yourself up. You can go to weight...

Whit posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Recovery from RNY to DS Surgery - Hi all, While I know everyone is different I was wondering the average post-op recovery time for RNY to DS? Best, Whit

Whit posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
RNY Revamp? - Hi All, I had a consultation with Dr. Jossart today about a RNY to DS revision. He does not recommend them. He thinks the DS as a first surgery can not be beat but the 30% complic...

Whit posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
RNY to DS apointment with Surgeon - Hi all, I am really nervous about this appointment. I never lost all of my weight and over the last 8 years have gained back 60 of the 100 pounds I lost originally. My BMI is 38 a...
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Surgery
12/10/2012
Surgery Date
Mar 23, 2009
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Before & After
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Before Revision from RNY to DS
240lbs
After DS
130lbs

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