Update
Well it has been one year and a couple of weeks since my life changing surgery. I am officially 1/2 the person that I used to be. I have lost 132 lbs. and I weigh 132 lbs. When I think about it that way it seems unreal! My life has changed so much. I can now work full time. I am no longer diabetic and my kidneys are miraculously functioning normally. Just a year ago I was not sure if my kidneys would hold out. I am so greatful to my PCP for telling me that I needed to go this direction, and my surgeon who started my journey. I feel like my life will be a much longer, more fullfilling experience because of this.
Leda