(We don’t often share bariatric updates just 6 months after weight loss surgery, but Grace’s message can’t wait. During her bariatric pre-op testing, an undiagnosed heart condition was diagnosed. After this issue was successfully addressed, her gastric sleeve surgery was performed by Dr. Jolita Auguste, board-certified bariatric surgeon at Prime Surgicare. In fact, she has already lost nearly 90 pounds and 3 clothing sizes!
Grace’s Facebook message below is reshared with permission. More to come–We will revisit Grace again in October 2022 for her one year surgiversary.)
“What a learning experience this final journey has been! Why am I always posting on FB to take care of your health regardless of your age? Because I was once you – didn’t care what I ate – didn’t care the scale was going higher – didn’t feel like working out…just didn’t give AF because I wanted to do what I wanted to do……WELP…
After reaching about 267 pounds (my highest weight), and constantly being out of breath, made me realize I needed more help than ever before. Through careful consideration, I had the gastric sleeve in October 2021. By the way, please don’t EVER tell someone who’s had this surgery they “took the easy way out” because that couldn’t be further from the truth.
Having WLS requires psychiatric and other clearances from various physicians, along with multiple tests – which result in a lot of lost time from work. Had I not gone for the required cardiac clearance, I NEVER would’ve found out about my artery blockage and it would not have ended well…
Fast forward 6.5 months and here are my post-op weight loss stats:
88.2 lbs (and going)
Went from size 20 (and pushing) to a comfy size 14
Gained off-the-charts self-confidence & self esteem
I thank God for all He’s given to me along the way – without His blessings, I would not be where I am today…
My single regret–I wish I would have done it before age 55.”
Grace
Ready to ignite your weight loss journey?
Are you ready to start your surgical weight loss journey? Start by signing up for our next live Weight Loss Surgery Information Webinar to meet medical director Dr. Seun Sowemimo and Grace Marie’s bariatric surgeon Dr. Jolita Auguste. Listen, learn, ask questions. Then call (732) 414-2707 to make an appointment for your private consultation with our bariatric experts. Prime Surgicare’s Bariatric Success Program offers several tools that extend far beyond just an operation. We give you the ammunition you need to lose the weight–and keep it off. For life!