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thinthinkinmary

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My bariatric story

Hi I'm Mary. I'm getting ready to  get the lapband.  I should find out in 2 days when my surgery date is.  If things go well with the finances I should be getting it done by the middle of may, otherwise I'll have to wait until July or later.  i have struggled with my weight all my life and seem to always be searching for a solution.  My mom was severely over weight and had numerous health issues including diabetes,heart and vascular diseases.  She died when she was 57 years old.  I am 43 now, 57 really isn't that far away.  Although my only health issue right now is high blood pressure, i have decided I need to take control.  I'm tired of being tired and worn out all the time.  There are lots of things that I would like to do but my weight makes them too difficult or impossible.  With the help of the lapband i hope to lose 115 pounds.  With the weight loss I will  be able to be more physically active.  Well, this is the beginning of MY lapband journey!

Journey details

Age
59
Height
5 feet 4 inches
Starting Weight
261 lbs
Current Weight
240 lbs
Goal Weight
145 lbs
Weight Lost
21 lbs
BMI
41.2
Surgery
LAP-BAND
Surgery Status
Post Surgery
First Dr. Visit
03/19/2010
Surgery Funding
Combination
Insurance Outcome
1st Letter Approval
thinthinkinmary's Bariatric Surgeon
Ihor Fedorak
2222 North Nevada,
Suite #5017
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80907

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