Hi, all.

I'm Bruce and I live in Virginia. I had my surgery on 6/30. I'm a month out and down about 40 pounds since surgery (80 pounds total since meeting my surgeon for the first time on 4/27). I'm a member at another forum, but I felt like I needed more input from actual sleevers. I appreciate the info I've gotten from bypass patients, but we're just not the same.

Things are going exceedingly well for me. I haven't had any major issues, with the exception of pretty consistent light-headedness when I stand up, and two episodes of acid reflux that were brought on by not taking my night time pill regimen early enough. My doctor is currently reducing my blood pressure meds, which I expect will fix the first problem soon enough. All in all, I'm happier now than I've been in a long time and I'm looking forward to the months and years to come as my body transforms.

I've been big all my life and topped out at 500 pounds when I attended an informational seminar in April. I had hoped to have my company's health insurance cover surgery, but they never picked up the obesity rider, and in the end, I paid out of pocket.

On May 19th my surgeon put me on the two-week liver shrinking diet, and six weeks later (yeah, I did the LSD for six weeks) after dropping about forty pounds, I had surgery at St. Mary's in Richmond, VA, performed by Dr. Matthew Brengman. I can't say enough good things about him and the staff of nurses who took care of me at the hospital.

I look forward to learning from you all and sharing my experiences and knowledge as situations allow.

Bruce

Welcome Bruce! And congrats on your success so far!

Welcome to the greatest sleeve information site on the web. These sleevers have the knowledge and will share with you honestly and you will gain so much information. Please don't be afraid to ask questions and remember we are here for you. Great job working your sleeve, I know you will be successful. I was born and raised in Chesterfield County there in VA. My Mom and Sister still live there in VA. I live in TN now. Welcome again. :welcome:

Congrats on the surgery and the weight loss. It's exciting to be on this side of the surgery and looking forward to a healthier lifestyle. Welcome.

Hi Bruce and welcome!!

You are doing great! Keep up the good work.

Kelly

Hi Bruce- Welcome

Hi Bruce this is a GREAT site