Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Such Exciting News!!!



Recommended Posts

Hi Everyone, I just wanted ot share with you some very exciting news.

I had sent my before and after pictures to Dr. Ortiz and his staff about a month ago just to show him my progress.

3 weeks ago I go an email from his office asking me if I would be interested in allowing Dr. Ortiz to use my pictures in an info-mercial he is in the process doing on the Lap Band. How awesome is that? He is very pleased with my success in the last year and thinks my pictures will be very motivating for others who are considering the surgery.

Iam SO FLATTERED AND HONORED!!!

I gave this great thought over the weeks and discussed it with my husband, family, friends and a few here on LBT and I am going to sign the release form they sent me and allow Dr. Ortiz to use my pictures

Iam just 15 lbs from goal..amazing, who would of thunk in a year I would be down 85 pounds and from a size 22 to a 12 in pants and from a 2x/3x to an xl/l in shirts. I LOVE MY BAND!!!

I just thought I would share my good news with all of you who have been so supportive to me for the last year.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Whoooo Hoooo Michelle! You deserve it girl! You have done an awsome job and I am very proud of you! :banana :banana

You have been a great inspiration to me! I am so happy you are being rewarded with your hard work. :D

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

As soon as I get the info I will let you know, they mentioned it would be aired in Southern California to start but could be aired nationally as well.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

oh Michelle... How exciting!!! I am *truly* happy for you. As if there wouldve been any thought to consider you for this 'job'... youve got the looks to attact so many! And youve done so well! Now youre gonna be an even bigger inspiration for everyone, not just us at LBT!

:banana Congratulations!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Oh, Michelle, I am so proud of you!! You have been a model bandster and I can't think of a higher honor than for your Band Surgeon to recognize that! When you get your pictures, please post them here so we can all enjoy them. 84 pounds in less than a year is absolutely amazing! Of course, being drop dead gorgeous certainly doesn't hurt anything! I hope they do color shots so your vivid blue eyes show up. Congratulations and please keep us updated! P.S. Can I have an autographed pic?

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Thank Guys for the kind words.... you a ll are so sweet!

Marie I think thye will be using the same pics I posted here on the before and after pics thread. However Iam going to see Dr. Ortiz first week of Arpil for my year check up. I will take both with me even though he has a copy of them and my digital camera and see if he will take a better after pic since I have lost more wieght from when my last after pic was taken on Feb 11th . You guys are great, thanks for the encouragement and support!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Yeah, Michelle, do a glamour shot! I mean this is going to be around for years! Might as well make it the best you can.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Wow, Michelle, that is so cool!! I'm with Marie, make sure this is the most beautiful pic of you that's ever been taken. :D

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

WTG Michelle!

Wow, I can only hope to be hald as successful as you've been.

Congrats to you:)

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Wow Michelle, if that doesn't give us all inspiration, what does? I'm so elated for you, that is such an honor, I'm tickled pink for you!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Wow Michelle - brilliant cool news! I'm so happy for you - you are so gorgeous, you'll be perfect as a "band model" - your before/after shots make me want to get ANOTHER band! Definitely get a glamour shot - you'll be a knock-out!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • LadyVeteran1

      Sleeve surgery is on April 14th.  I am counting the days!!  Can't wait!
      · 3 replies
      1. Brookie2shoes

        Me too girl!! Are you in the full liquid diet right now? It’s sooooo hard!

      2. LadyVeteran1

        Not yet. I was told I only have to do 24 hours of a liquid diet. But I have my pre-op tomorrow so I’m going to confirm if I need to do longer.

      3. buildabetteranna

        Your so close now! It's gonna be great :) Wishing you a speedy recovery and looking forward to seeing how it goes!

    • buildabetteranna

      Down 33 lbs and slightly stalled, but I'm gonna reevaluate and push through. I started back to work last week after 2 years of being disabled due to mental health as well as my weight. It's a great job and I'm just so happy to have this opportunity at a second chance at life. Hope everyone is having their best journey ❤️ Together, we got this!
      · 2 replies
      1. DaisyChainOz

        Great work Anna! Keep it up 😁

      2. buildabetteranna

        Thank you ❤️

    • Bashbee91

      Hey guys new to the process looking forward to this new life. 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Bugg

      Hi everyone! I’m brand new here. I just went through all my pre-op requirements per my insurance company and now everything has been submitted and I’m just waiting for final approval and my surgery date. I’ve been doing research, watching YouTube videos, TikTok’s, ect.. trying to prepare my mind and what to expect so I’ll be ready for the surgery. I was so sure and so set and so ready and excited. However, now that I’ve done everything & it’s almost here, I am sooooooo scared! I know why I want it bc I’ve tried everything and I just don’t feel like I can lose weight by myself. I’m tired of being overweight my entire life. I’m miserable, but I keep psyching myself out afraid of GERD bc I know how that can be and I don’t want to have to get a bypass after already gaining the courage to even get VSG. I’m scared of complications like I’mgoing to regret doing it and be depressed that I didn’t just be more disciplined and try again to lose the weight on my own even sitting here typing this knowing in my mind i just can’t and don’t possess the discipline. I’m also afraid I won’t be able to handle the restrictions of the sleeve. What do I eat? I don’t know how to eat healthy really and don’t enjoy healthy food. I don’t know how to do this! I feel so defeated!Someone tell me they felt anything similar to this or am I not ready? I thought I was. I am so tired of being sick and tired and so tired of myself and so tired of being stuck and stuck in this body and somebody different on the outside from what I feel inside. I just want to ball up and cry.
      · 1 reply
      1. stevieoriole

        Am feeling this right now. My surgery date is 4/1. Sign the consent tomorrow. I feel like I overloaded myself with too much info, too many opinions. Got to the point where I was wondering if I should do this. Then I thought of my reasons for taking this step and that settled my nerves. Still get moments of doubt but am striving forward. Am just going to follow my book from the surgeon. Joined this because I was told by my dietician that I should do this for support

    • buildabetteranna

      over 20 lbs down since4 the pre surgery diet and surgery on the 14th
      · 1 reply
      1. Selina333

        Yay!! Congrats. I know how good that feels. 🤩

  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×