Life-changing Decision (08/15/2012)
Having the gastric sleeve surgery was one of the most life-changing decisions I have ever made. I had been a diabetic for 18 years and was at the maximum dosage level of pills, the next treatment step was to go on insulin. Besides the diabetes, I was about 55-60 lbs. overweight and was beginning t... * read more.
Changed my life (08/15/2012)
My only regret in having the Gastric Sleeve is that I didn't do it earlier. It has honestly changed my life. I had my surgery 9 months ago and have lost 90 lbs. I have gone from a size 22 to a 12. I had seen surgeons for knee replacement was having issues with elevated blood sugars and high blood pr... * read more.
Stilll Waiting! (08/15/2012)
Its hard to just wait for what seems to be forever. Let me explain, My proceedure went well but due to the lenght of time it takes to completely heal, I have had to wait for my first fill.
I am scheduled to recieve my first fill on the 5th of September. I am so ready to begin loosing!
My doctor ... * read more.
My wonderful experience at Jerusalem Hospital and Guest House! (08/15/2012)
Before getting sleeved i had so many questions and the first one was being sleeved in Mexico, not knowing the unknown only going by what i read on the Forums, and it was not untill i decided to join the forum and ask my own questions and what an experience that was, after i asked all the questions f... * read more.
Happy & Healthy 4 Ever! (08/15/2012)
When I had my surgery, I felt completely safe in the clinic & recovery house. They are both ... * read more.
A New Life (08/15/2012)
It has been six months since my sleeve and I am so happy that I had it done and only regret that I didn't do it sooner!
I've lost 62 pounds this far and really only feel I need to lose about 20 more and I will be thrilled! I can't say it has all been an easy journey but it has been worth every minut... * read more.
Thinner in Canada (08/15/2012)
Well, so far it's been just over a month and I've lost approximately 40 lbs. I can't believe how this will change my life. I did this so that I didn't end up like the rest of my family members, with type 2 diabetes, sore hips, knees, ankles and feet, heart disease, high blood pressure, etc and the... * read more.
Puffy to Chubby to Fat to Thin!!!!!!!!!! Thank You Jerusalem Hospital. (08/15/2012)
I had been over weight to some degree my entire life. When I was a child I was just a little "puffy," About 5 lbs of extra weight. The problem was I was a ballet dancer and that 5 lbs mise well have been 100 lbs. Our family was healthy eaters, but we ate large portions and consumed desserts and s... * read more.
The real me (08/15/2012)
it seems as if my body and soul finally found eachother... that sounds strange I know. I have always been a person full of life and passion but the way I looked (very overweight) never showed that. I was lucky because after a while no one seemed to notice my weight but I did. In many little things a... * read more.
Life Couldn't be Better! (08/15/2012)
Hello, I know you probably think this is just another testimonial and trust me I was once where you are today.... wondering should I, what the consequences are having surgery, will things turn out how I want them too? I can't promise perfection, however for me life couldn't be better!
Prior to hav... * read more.
