DID WLS LEAD TO A CAREER CHANGE FOR ANYONE?

[Womanvsmirror 314]

Did wls lead to a change in career? i ask because with all that i went through to get insurance approval, and the constant changes in diet, and even just being on this site i realize that so many people are uninformed when it come to diet and nutrition. I'm seriously considering going back to school to be a Nutritionist or Registered Dietitian in either SC or GA. did anyone else go into a field that is Bariatric related or just changed career paths in general as a result of wls?

I think the thing that is driving me to this is how much of a struggle it is for some after surgery. And how i want to be a success story and when i do i want to be able to help others do so as well

Edited August 29, 2016 by Womanvsmirror

[WLSResources/ClothingExch 3,444]

What you're thinking of doing sounds stupendous. RD's can do a lot of good and I think that most of us who've had surgery would agree that too few RD's working in bariatric practices understand much about our total experience.

I will suggest that, if you do go ahead with this career change, you pursue RD status. Anyone can claim to be a "nutritionist." There are absolutely no requirements to use that title and hang out a shingle. While some people do study before hanging their shingles, but not enough to become a licensed RD, The proper Master's degree (and whatever else is required) that leads to RD status will open far more doors for you.

[aug33k 16]

I missed out on a career move about a year ago. Was too fat and self conscious to go to the interview.

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[WLSResources/ClothingExch 3,444]

@@aug33k, and now? I'd think you'll be ready for the next opportunity.