Lucy in the Sky

Good morning all, I am 27yrs old from Chicago, Illinois. I had The Sleeve surgery / VSG in September 2012, two years ago. It was the best decision I've ever made, no regrets at all! I started at 248lbs and currently weigh 150lbs. I stopped losing weight after one year, but I've maintained a healthy BMI. To everyone who has had weight loss surgery; you know how amazing it is, even through our struggles. To those of you who are awaiting surgery; be patient.. It will be one of the greatest things you have ever done. GOOD LUCK!!! And also, don't let anyone tell you it's an easy way out. Once in a while, I still battle those junk food cravings. I wish you all the best in the world!!!!

I am from Chicago.. I had VSG surgery 9/28/12, nearly ONE and a half years ago. Best thing I ever did!! No regrets or complaints, at all. To everyone who is pre-surgery = GOOD LUCK!!!!! To all who are post-op = I hope you're staying on track! For me personally, it's much harder nowadays. I've plateaued at a 'healthy' BMI of 24-point-something. Doc says I must switch up my workout routine in order to lose this last stubborn 10-15lbs, until I hit my final goal. Oh and I've been eating more carbs, no good!! Back to the basics now.

My PCP did not agree with my decision to have WLS. She even tried talking me out of it... My surgeon (and team) required a letter from my PCP stating I was obese for at least 7years, since I am younger and do/did not have any comorbities. My PCP eventually agreed to write my surgeon and his team a letter stating facts, not her opinions. I have been "sleeved" for 11 months now, and have most definitely changed my PCP. Do not put up with any negativity! But if you do need your charts and medical history, plus signatures/letters; obtain all necessary information, get your surgery, and find a new Primary Care Physician. Good luck!!!!

Congrats and GOOD LUCK!! Although I'm already "sleeved", my one year anniversary is coming up, 9/28. Best thing I ever did.. I went to the Southside of Chi for my VSG - University of Chicago Medical Center.