gwentmd2

My name is Gwen. I am 35 yr old and a single mom of three wonderful kids. I have been over weight most of my life, and obese / morbidly obese pretty much ALL of my adult life! My sister had the RnY done 3 yrs ago with great success! I started my research and journey shortly there after. After two years of researching and debating, I finally began actively working on getting everything together, attended a seminar, and made my consultation appointment in February 2012, and believe or not.....i recieved my call friday october 5th 2012 for my approval!!! My date of surgery is set for October 24!! It almost doesn't seem real yet!! I am using the same surgeon as my sister considering her high recommendation, great experience, and the fact that my insurance is in-network with them and the hospital is a bariatric center of excellence. I am nervous and excited all at the same time!! I feel like I am getting a second chance to become a better me!! I quit smoking march 5th, started back to college this past summer, and will have my VGS in just over two weeks!! Im truely hoping I can be a positive influence for my kids, and show them anyone can do anything if you set your mind to it and keep trying!!