Hi my name is Kara and I am new to this board but plan on being here for a lot longer! I have decided on sleeve after doing much research and visiting my local surgeon office (Beverly Hills Physicians in Rancho Cucamonga) my surgeon is going to be Dr. Misra and I instantly knew I made the right choice after doing my one on one consult with her. I am in the beginning stages so you will definitely hear my story and hope you can cheer me on along the way.

A lil about me.. like I said my name is Kara I'm 33 years old, single mother to a soon to be 13 year old son I live in the Inland Empire area of Southern California and my current weight is 273 I'm 5'4 and my reasoning for choosing WLS is for better health, to feel better when shopping, for personal self esteem and to be able to enjoy outdoor physical activities with my son . Thank you for giving me a forum for expression and I'm sure I will have many of my questions or doubts answered here. When I get my vlog up and running I will definitely post it here.

Good luck on your journey

Thank you .

Hi there I'm also in the area. I was sleeved on Aug 1st. Let know if you have any questions.

Hi there I'm also in the area. I was sleeved on Aug 1st. Let know if you have any questions.

Thanks! I definately will, just doing continuous research right now. Where did you have your surgery at if you dont mind sharing.

I have kaiser and my surgery was with dr. Casillas in West los angeles. It's a long process but we'll worth the wait because as long as your pcp recommends you, you're approved for the surgery.

I have Aetna which is great insurance (PPO) so my surgery is being done with Beverly Hills Physicians Dr. Misra. I have my GI appt on Thursday and I just had a one on one with my nutritionist this morning! I'm excited for the journey my surgery date prob will be after the first of the year but i'll keep this updated!! Thanks for the motivation. HOw much have you lost so far if you dont mind?

Welcome Kara! I can't wait for you to be a big loser just like the rest of us!

Welcome, good luck! Enjoy the ride it maybe bumpy at times but you will end up in a great place.