Ajay Goyal, MD

I'm providing this info because when I was doing research on the subject, I wanted to see as many results as possible. I'm happy I did the gastric sleeve. It was a rough transition (essentially retraining your mind HOW to eat) at first, but I'm getting used to it. Still have 30-40lbs left to goal

Updated on 18 Aug 2018:
I’m now down 70lbs from my weight last year (215 to 145) and feel good.
There are some changes that I deal with, but they are more social in nature (like dining with a carb-loving family)... I get cravings for meat... and I sometimes just don’t feel like eating, so I live off my protein shakes for a couple days. I also do get chocolate/sweets cravings- which I give into.
I need to get back into the habit of ensuring that I’m consistently taking my multi-vitamins, as it’s easy to become deficient.
I have absolutely no regrets. I don’t feel like I’m “missing out” on things.
Once again I need to purchase new clothes as I’m finding my size 6 pants are getting a little loose- (HUGE change from this time last year when my size 12s were snug)
I feel my result are exceptional to the norm, but I understand what my body type is and what its potential is.
Overall, this is one of the best decisions I could have made- my self-esteem is back and I’m looking like the person that I am supposed to be.
There are seldom pictures of the “before “ me, as I was too embarrassed to have my photo taken, but now I enjoy getting in the shot ????
Updated on 26 Oct 2018:
1 year ago, I made one of the best decisions in my life. One year ago, I started my life over again. One year ago, I underwent a VSG (gastric sleeve surgery), and I have no regrets. People would tell me, “ah, you’re not that big”...but I knew I was big for ME. I know my body and know what’s comfortable for me.... and 215lbs (my highest weight) was VERY uncomfortable for me. It’s so hard to find “before” pictures (especially in a bathing suit), as I really didn’t want to be photographed. I was embarrassed of what I looked like. I feel so much better now, not only physically, but mentally. Being able to wear almost anything I want has been so gratifying. After having my boys, my body chemistry changed, and I really tried to get the weight off in a traditional diet/exercise routine- but it really didn’t work for me (all that muscle that I built up over the years is actually visible now ????). The fact that insurance covered it was a huge factor in my decision to have this procedure done. It took a bit of adjusting as to what I can eat, and what I need to avoid. I have to take my time while eating, and must remember to take my vitamins - but other than that- I’m missing out on NOTHING. It’s been nothing short of miraculous and it’s hard to believe where I started from. #vsgoneyearlater #vsgbeforeandafter #gastricsleeve #beforeandafter #70lbslost #size12to4 #gastricsurgery #bmi40to25 #gastricsleevesuccess

Sleeves on May 20th, 2013 and lost 57 lbs 5'5 237 SW .. I went down to 180. I am back up to 206 today. Never had restrictions and my GERD was worse than never before. I went to see Dr. Goyal in Hoboken, NJ who sent me for an endoscopy and found that there was a pouch left over from the initial surgery, that basically prevented me from feeling any restriction, if anything it made my GERD acid reflux much much worse. In order to repair this I have to undergo the Gastric Bypass Surgery. If you want to know the reasons why I gained back some of the weight I loss... I was living with my partner and throughout the end of last year he left our home... I lost it, the person who was once so active, motivated and happy became depressed, suicidal and needed help. I'm at a happy place once again, I'm nervous about the bypass but looking forward to it.! My surgery was approved based on the endoscopy and I will be having the procedure done 9-7-16

Its been almost 7months n I'm finally getting sleeved 2/8. After years of dieting n exercising. Weight watcher's , slim fast, pills joining countless gyms. I finally decided to seek help. I would lose 20 pounds n gain it back my highest weght 215, height 5 '3..current weight 203. My daughter n Son are very supportive. Im nervous, this forum has help me with the thousands questions i have. Thank you all

Updated on 7 Feb 2016:
Well the night before my sleeve, im trying to be brave! Im nervous any last minute tips from the sleevers out there.

Updated on 9 Feb 2016:
I must say i feel great, I've been walking lite pain, no nausea. The Doctors n Nurses are wonderful st Overlook Hospital in Summit, N J. Terrific staff very attentive. As of now I haven't drank anything. My nurse will bring me broth and jello a little later its about 8:11am. My family has been very supportive, which makes healing much smoother. Hopefully i'll get discharged today

Updated on 10 Feb 2016:
Well i made it thank God! My stomach sorw if course the gas pains are kicking my behind otherwise im good. Sipping on shake n water.

Updated on 12 Feb 2016:
Well its four days in still experiencing gas pains lite pains, stomach growling everytime i sip on a shake or c hi icken broth. Its not happy these days lol...havent weigh myself waiting until my follow up appointment next week 2/18.

Updated on 14 Feb 2016:
My daughter said she see a difference already...i said of course inhavent eaten in a week. It made me feel good tho. I have my first post op appointment Thursday, I'll wait until then to find out my weight... i cooked a nice meal for my family and couldn't eat none of it. Will power is key! Ok....im fibbing im upset i couldn't eat any of the food i was like this is [RS bleep]. lol Anyway until my next update. Happy Valentine's day everyone

Updated on 18 Feb 2016:
So it's been 10 days, I'm down 11 pounds!! I can start eating cream of wheat, oatmeal and yogurts.. So I made myself some cream of wheat to test the waters, I ate two spoon full maybe and I was full.. I was shocked! I could never image myself eating a spoon full of anything and getting full.. So my highest weight ever: 215, pre surgery: 201 and first post op appointment 192!!

Updated on 22 Feb 2016:
Well, I will return to work tomorrow, last time I checked I was down 11 pounds. I haven't gotten on a scale since my first pre op appointment, last week. My daughter passed by yesterday and said, "mom let me take a look at you" so I stood up. She was like oh, no.. You're not getting skinner then me "lol" then she stared jogging in place lol we were both laughing so hard. I teased her and said. I will pass by your place next week to raid your closets. It felt good hearing that from my babycakes!! While I was sitting on the couch watching TV, My 18 years gave me his 5 pound weights and told me to start working on my arms while i'm sitting there. I looked at him and said ok. He said once i'm able to do sit ups he's going to help me get a four pack.. lol he has a six, I said bet let's do this. I will post pictures soon!

Updated on 17 Mar 2016:
Today, I have my 2nd post op appointment with my Dr. Goyal. I haven't weighed myself since March 22nd last weigh in was 188.00.. I'm 6 weeks out.

Highest weight: 215
First Appointment Weight: 208
Post Surgery: 203
1st Post op weight: 192
2nd Post Op weight: 188 (March 22nd)
Current??? will find out today!

My daughter Birthday was 3/13. We went shopping for a dress for her, While looking around, I forever 21, walked over to the plus size section, she said "Mom why are you going over there" I said, I'd like to find a blouse. She said you don't wear that size anymore!!! I just looked at her... I was able to purchase a little sexy blouse...I tried it on I was shocked! I look different in the mirror full body. I had to regroup.

Updated on 18 Mar 2016:
Ok... visit the Dr. yesterday... Couldn't wait to get on that scale lol down another 6 pounds. I'm currently 182.00 6 weeks. I'm feeling good. The ladies at the asking me what's going on what am Im doing to lose weight. I just said cutting back.

Updated on 27 Mar 2016:
Not feeing well stomach virus fell ill Saturday while at the mall. Not cooking my family a nice dinner today... they understand. Hope everyone is good

Updated on 4 Jun 2016:
Well, I have lost a ton of weight not sure how much I don't get on the scale. Im smaller then my daughter now and she's having a fit lol... I feel great. My finance says I changed, I'm still the same person he changed since I've lost the weight he having issues with it. I've been shopping something I rarely did..