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228.8 Lbs, Bmi 37, Diabetic, Blood Pressure Issues, 5'5" 40 Years Old Mother of 4 - New York, NY
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I decided to get VSG after I was having trouble...
nikaloveMarch 10, 2016
WORTH IT$28,000
I decided to get VSG after I was having trouble walking, just turned 40 and my health & vitals was going crazy all of a sudden. I work in marketing in a high pressure active job. I couldn't afford to be immobile and continue to have health issues. So I did my research found out Dr. Alfons Pomp is the best in NYC at VSG. Set up a meeting at Cornell Weill as soon as I turned 40 in sept 2015. It was the best decision I ever made. I do have some issues with some of the staff and follow up care.
But, the post follow up management isn't what matters as much as the surgeons actually surgical skill and my health stats end results. So my wounds healed with no issue. I hardly have scars. And my weightloss was immediate and continues. My vitals for diabetes, pulse and blood pressure are all NORMAL. Within 3 days of surgery all my health issues magically disappeared. Years of being on glumetza and now my diabetes was just gone.
My stats are at 4 months post op as follows. VSG date: 10.29.15 | HW: 228.8 lbs (37 bmi severely obese) | Lost: 52.2 lbs | CW: 176.6 lbs (29 bmi overweight).
So my highest weight I was severely obese with 2 or more co-morbidities : diabetes and high blood pressure and Erractic pulse. My current weight is now considered just overweight. I continue to lose weight. My goal weight is 145 lbs. to hit the weight class of :normal.
Feel free to follow me on Instagram: gastricsleeve_nika
But, the post follow up management isn't what matters as much as the surgeons actually surgical skill and my health stats end results. So my wounds healed with no issue. I hardly have scars. And my weightloss was immediate and continues. My vitals for diabetes, pulse and blood pressure are all NORMAL. Within 3 days of surgery all my health issues magically disappeared. Years of being on glumetza and now my diabetes was just gone.
My stats are at 4 months post op as follows. VSG date: 10.29.15 | HW: 228.8 lbs (37 bmi severely obese) | Lost: 52.2 lbs | CW: 176.6 lbs (29 bmi overweight).
So my highest weight I was severely obese with 2 or more co-morbidities : diabetes and high blood pressure and Erractic pulse. My current weight is now considered just overweight. I continue to lose weight. My goal weight is 145 lbs. to hit the weight class of :normal.
Feel free to follow me on Instagram: gastricsleeve_nika
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Replies (9)
March 15, 2016
AWESOME! I'm glad you took charge as I am in that boat you were in, having trouble being on my feet! As of right now, getting up on my feet is painful. I'm 37 and have a bmi of 42.6. We weren't designed to have bodies this way. Thanks for sharing! You've inspired me and I know it'll be an inspiration to all of us here. :)
March 15, 2016
Thank you. At 42 bmi, you should clear insurance if you are interested in the surgery. I was 37 bmi with 2 co-morbidity issues. But I do believe this surgery changed my life. And I strongly recommend it. My niece is doing it in June. She is 20 years old. She will be beautiful and healthier for more of her life. Another friend who is in his 60s is doing it in LA after seeing me. It's hard to admit that I was out of control when it came to food, weight and my self control. But I'm truly grateful for VSG. I lose weight easily now. And for years I just gained. So I do advise others to do it sooner than later. Just find a great doctor. There are good ones across the country. Best of luck!
March 30, 2016
If you are contemplating VSG, I'm a huge advocate of it. It has changed my life totally for the better. Good luck on your journey!
UPDATED FROM nikalove
5 months post
Another before and after progress update
nikaloveMarch 30, 2016
Here's another before and after photo. And my current weight status update. My "mini" goal for 6 months post op is 165 lbs. My ultimate goal at 18 months post op is 145 lbs. I'm 8 lbs away from my mini goal with a month more til the mini goal deadline. I hope I can do it! ????
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December 9, 2016
Wow! Congrats on your dramatic transformation! We have similar stats & age, so your story is very relatable for me....isn't it fun to try on old dresses that swallow you up now? LOL! Stay strong with all the holiday temptations, and you'll def meet that goal...best wishes! :)
UPDATED FROM nikalove
9 months post
I'm 10 months out & doing great
nikaloveJuly 23, 2016
Hi All,
Just wanted to show my progress at 10 months. I'm at my mini goal weight of 165. Ultimately I want to be 145 lbs. So I've lost 63 lbs and I have 20 more to go.
I'm adding some photos of my progress.
On Instagram, I've been posting my entire sleeve journey with daily updates and weekly before and afters. My IG username is: nikalove_lives
But I highly recommend Dr. Pomp. My niece just had the surgery by him a month ago. She's already down 20 lbs. He's pretty amazing. And right now, I eat everything I want. Just in smaller portions. So to put it into perspective, I still love pizza. I just can only eat 1 slice and I'm full. It's been great. I have had no complications to speak of.
My biggest issues are remembering to hydrate enough. Not eating too late at night. Those are my struggles. They may be why I am losing slower these days. But I am still losing. And I'm super happy with my progress.
Just wanted to show my progress at 10 months. I'm at my mini goal weight of 165. Ultimately I want to be 145 lbs. So I've lost 63 lbs and I have 20 more to go.
I'm adding some photos of my progress.
On Instagram, I've been posting my entire sleeve journey with daily updates and weekly before and afters. My IG username is: nikalove_lives
But I highly recommend Dr. Pomp. My niece just had the surgery by him a month ago. She's already down 20 lbs. He's pretty amazing. And right now, I eat everything I want. Just in smaller portions. So to put it into perspective, I still love pizza. I just can only eat 1 slice and I'm full. It's been great. I have had no complications to speak of.
My biggest issues are remembering to hydrate enough. Not eating too late at night. Those are my struggles. They may be why I am losing slower these days. But I am still losing. And I'm super happy with my progress.
Wow, you looking AMAZING, thank you for sharing your experience with us and congratulations! It is incredible that your diabetes just disappeared! So what's next for you?