one step at a time

Okay, I'm psyched!  I saw my PCP today and we chatted about why I wanted a referral to the Obesity Treatment Center and all the methods I've tried to lose with.  He totally got the idea and had no problem with writing me a referral.  He completely agreed with me that if I don't get my weight under control I will be looking at Type 2 Diabetes in 5-10 years and he agreed that if I'm going to do WLS that tnow is the time to do it! Yayyyy!!!  I probably sound silly to some of you but I get a lot of, "you're not really that big," comments.  I was worried I'd get that from him, too.  But, he was cool with it.  Interestingly enough, the medical assistant who did my B/P commented that I "was't really that heavy."  I've got a BMI of 36 so I am NOT a small person.  I pulled out a picture of me from 2001 when my BMI was about  40 and I looked much different.  I told her that I did not want to go back to being that heavy and that was why I needed to do something about it now.  She was rather taken aback by my picture.  Then she understood.  I'm one step closer to where I want to be and I'm smiling!  :)

Donna, You have taken the first step to the rest of your life.  Congratulations!!!  It can be a long and stressful process getting to surgery.  Stick with it and you won't regret it. I am almost 7 months out from surgery and I've lost 129 lbs.  I couldn't be more amazed or excited.  You will be too!!! Keep it up and good luck. Wendy

Thanks for the encouragement!  I really feel good about my decision to persue this.  I'm sure that this will be just the tool that I need to finally get control over the one area of my life that I'm not happy with.   The OH website is a terrific resource and you guys are all terrific! ~Donna

Congrats, Donna.  Having a supportive PCP is key.  In fact, when I was at a recent gathering of post-ops they told me if my PCP wasn't on board to get a new one ASAP.  And some docs aren't on board.  I learned that yesterday at my cardio.  He took the time to assure me that a good diet was all I needed and maybe some exercise, too.  Luckily, his opinion is just that - an opinion.  I thanked him and I'm moving on.  But my PCP is hugely supportive and her opinion is the one that matters.  So, congrats and best of luck along the way.  Treading

Hey Donna!!! I am so happy for you! WOOHOOOO!!! I am getting my angel wings ready for you! I am always here for you so remember that!! Talk to you soon! I'm off the rest of the week but if you need me call my cell. Hugs! Denise

Thanks for all you do, and for just being you! ~Donna