Any 50yo or older?

[Boss Baby 4]

I turn 50 in a little over 2 weeks. 1 week before my surgery.

[KPHogan 6]

59 here, 60 in a few months. In the pre-op diet phase. Need to loose 13 pounds before surgery, BUT haven’t seen anyone yet but the doctor so several more spots to go.

Kim

[Cellis 7]

I’m 65 and just had my sleeve surgery on January 6. So far no problems.

[Phil Penn 10]

Hello I am 52yrs old I had the sleeve, so far I lost 125lbs and around 60 more to go.

[Phil Penn 10]

Just checking in welcome everyone

[Cellis 7]

I’m 65 and was sleeved Jan 6th, so far no problems

[Nomore2025! 0]

Am 56 years young! Feeling great wish I would done this sooner!

[Cindi_Augustine 102]

I was in my early 50s when I had my gastric sleeve done. I’m 65 now and it’s been an interesting journey. LOL

Life after surgery is something that I don’t think doctors prepare people for as well as they could. The first year or so we are focused on the excitement of losing, and learning how to eat.

But there are long term consequences of this surgery. Some are pros and others are certainly struggles.

No regrets, though!

[waterwoman 183]

73 last week. Had RNY in June 2016 when I was 64 and only 20 lbs regain.

This surgery changed my life and has made aging so much easier

Would certainly encourage anyone who’s interested to give it serious thought

[BariJoy 2]

I’m in my 50’s and had surgery on January 27th. I wish I had done this sooner.

[Monica Justice 0]

I’m 58 and had RNY on 12/20/24. I’ve lost 57 lbs. total and 26 since the surgery. I’m a picky eater and I’m struggling to get the Protein and Fluid requirements in. Currently in the stage 4 post-op diet and it is not easy. Hoping stage 5 will give me a few more food options.

[sal1107 8]

I really like the comment from Cindi Augustine. I agree there's not enough post-op support or preparation for the post-op life. I attend support group meetings, which are good, but I'm looking for more. I started at 245lbs and now at 188lbs, surgery was August 2024.

Sometimes you don't need a doctor, nutritionist, or therapist... just someone who can help you pull everything together. Maybe that's a health coach? Not sure how to find one.

Thoughts?

[BariJoy 2]

Hi Sal1107,

I completely agree! I just had surgery on 1/27 and I am trying to set up support to be as successful as possible. I’m interested in a support group. How did you find one? I think a health coach is a great idea too but like you don’t know where to start.

[sal1107 8]

Hi, Barijoy -

The hospital where I had the surgery has a support group. That support group is ok but I learned the hospital's other office also has a support group. The lead for that group is very positive, energetic, and great at getting everyone involved in the conversation (if they want to be). Luckily, each support group meets 1x/month on different days.

When I looked for other support groups, each one seemed to be associated with a hospital vs. independent offices/practices.

I was listening to podcasts re: gastric surgery and I could have sworn they interviewed a health coach but I'll have to go back and check. Hospitals just don't have the resources for a more comprehensive approach. I feel they leave us "hanging" abit and we have to make our own way. It can also be challenging because everyone's journey is different.

That's it for now

[Christi Hawkins 17]

17 hours ago, sal1107 said:

I really like the comment from Cindi Augustine. I agree there's not enough post-op support or preparation for the post-op life. I attend support group meetings, which are good, but I'm looking for more. I started at 245lbs and now at 188lbs, surgery was August 2024.

Sometimes you don't need a doctor, nutritionist, or therapist... just someone who can help you pull everything together. Maybe that's a health coach? Not sure how to find one.

Thoughts?

I’m certainly not a licensed health coach but I’ll be 3 years on March 7th. I’ve lost 100 pounds so far and I’ve learned a lot. I agree there should be much more attention paid to the emotional aspect of over eating but everyone is different and it couldn’t be a one size fits all. I’d be happy to discuss any concerns or questions you have or if you just need to talk I’m right here. Please feel free to reach out