I had it done in Durham, but Raleigh was not an option 4 years ago. One of my best friends had it done with Dr Torquatti in Raleigh just this past Aug and had a fine experience. I am happy that in the event of an emergency that Raleigh is a good option.

Audra

I am scheduled for the sleeve in December, so I am basically in the same boat with you.  But my daughter had RNY 3 years ago and it has changed her life so very much for the good.  She decided to have surgery after a diagnosis of infertility.  A Dr. at a local university hospital told her that she would get pregnant if she loss the weight.  At 132, no baby. Then IVF....no baby.  Finally, at 140 she was told in March of this year that there would never be a pregnancy, but they offered adoption help.

Now, back to the post-op, the surgery was a two night stay.  Fairly uneventful except a reaction to Lortab.  First day at home she learned she had the dumping syndrome the hard way.  Thats all it took.  She has been sugar free since, great motivation.  Four months out, the emotion swing set in and at times, i felt i did not know this ill person lol.  The worst lasted less than a month- but slight changes still noted for six months.  Her weight loss was rapid for about 12 months, then slowed for few more. Now, she is hungry again and just discovered 2 weeks ago her dumping is gone.  It has been hard, but oh so much fun too....she is so tiny.

October 2, 2013 @ 2 pm i received a totally unexpected call from her.  She simply said..."mom, I'm pregnant".!!!!!!!!

its been fun helping her, but things have changed so much.  My dr recommends the sleeve.  I feel like i have to learn all over again!   Best wishes to you!