Anyone from around this area??

hi casie, i too amlooking for peoplee around me:The NEW HAVEN,CT area. i am from West Haven myself.

Hi Casie83! I am just beginning the wls process (6 mo wait for insurance) but am very interested in having the sleeve surgery. You are the first person I've found on this forum that has had the sleeve done in Dothan. How are you doing? Did you decide to have the sleeve or was it recommended by the doctor? Thanks for any info you feel comfortable sharing!

Susan

Hi Susan!

I'm four days post op and feeling pretty good. I have some mild discomfort and I'm having trouble getting in my liquids and Protein but I'm trying my best. I made the choice to have the sleeve and did a ton of research before choosing a doctor/facility. My surgeon was Dr Marker and I couldn't be happier. He doesn't sugarcoat anything and he is honest about what to expect and reminds his patients that this is only a tool, we have to do the work to make the best of our sleeve. I'm down a total of 25lbs since I started this journey. I'm looking forward to being able to eat real real food and feel normal again. Feel free to ask me any questions.

So glad you're doing well, Casie! I have several friends who have had either lap band or gastric bypass surgery and have seen them all lose weight and then gain back some or all of it back. Two had to have the band removed because it caused problems and the other that had it can eat (or does eat!) as much as she did before the surgery! I had originally thought about the band, but I really think the sleeve is for me. I, too, have read and read and read everything I can find about all the types of wls. I'm so glad to hear that you think a lot of Dr. Marker - maybe he will be my surgeon. I go for my initial visit on Monday - think it's just and info, insurance, etc. visit, right?

Hope you're able to get all your liquids in and are feeling good!!

Yes the first visit they weigh you and see if you qualify and go over the two surgeries and give you the list of items required by their office. I go next week on Thursday to get my drain taken out and weigh in.