I started a new job last May of 2014. The woman I trained with informed me of her sleeve surgery She previously had and she looked amazing. I was intrigued. In July I went to a seminar and was more intrigued. I began my research over the next few months and made my final decision to have the surgery. I spoke with my Dr. Went thru all the pre-op testing. When I received my approval from my insurance company the fear set in. Will I wake up from surgery. It weighed on me so much I came close several times to call it off. No one knew of my surgery except my husband, children and my co-worker. I didn't want anyone attempting to talk me out of it. On 2/10/15 I had my surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital in NYC with Dr. Edward Yatco with my husband by my side. Discharged 2/12 it has been a ride. I constantly have a full feeling. Like something is sitting on my chest. Heart burn and gas are my biggest issues but I have no regrets. My goal is to get my protein in which is difficult and find some energy to exercise..