Dr. Oz

[chilihot59 156]

Did anyone see his show today? He discussed the benefits and positive impact Bariatric surgery can have on secondary medical conditions brought by obesity. Although, they only discussed the bypass and the immediate improvement it has on Type 2 diabetes, I felt it was a step in the right direction. I, wish the sleeve had been discussed, maybe because there is not as much longterm data regarding the benefits, it wasn't addressed. However, Dr. Oz is a supporter of Bariatric Surgery as a beneficial tool to fight obesity. He and the other doctors he had on the show, made a point of emphasizing that surgery is not an easy way out option, because of the the lifelong committment the individual has to make to a lifestyle change. They hope that more training will be provided in nutrition in medical schools and that PMD's will learn more about Bariatric surgical options and not be hesitant to refer their patients if they are suffering from other serious health issues secondary to obesity.

[iegal 460]

My surgeon - Dr Quebbemann was featured on Dr Oz's show in Nov 2010 talking about VSG surgery. I am sure you can go to Dr Oz archive and watch his presentation.

I love my sleeve and have no regrets.

[mrscastillo 32]

I love doctor oz! He keeps it real! He knows that it's hard for us bigger people....

[chilihot59 156]

It was just great to hear the doctors tell the world that we have not, by no means, chose the easy way out by having bariatric surgery to aid us in our fit against obesity. We are committing ourselves to a lifestyle that is totally foreign to us for th rest of our lives. If you don't know, we are some strong folks, with inner strentgh like nothing I've encountered!!!

[thedogsmommy 16]

My mom Had gastric bypass 8 days ago and her diabetes is 99 percent better and she is off oxygen she was on 4 litres around the clock. I get sleeved Tuesday if it ever gets here.

[iegal 460]

Okay - I was wrong. It was The Doctor's TV show. So sorry.

Here is link though.

[chilihot59 156]

@thedogsmommy, good luck on Tuesday, keeping you in my prayers!

@iegal, thanks for link!