Question:
anyone used dr warnock?
I am scheduled for surgery this month and am scared to death i cant stand the thought of not ever seeing my babies again if something were to go wrong but i want it so bad 85 lbs overwieght any suggestions — jessie2501 (posted on January 6, 2008)
January 6, 2008
go on faith, like u do on so many things in life/ much success, love Brian
— johndough
January 6, 2008
You need to understand in your gut that nobody gets this surgery unless the
risk of staying overweight is worse. So, you are doing something to keep
you with your babies longer. Do everything your doctor tells you to
minimize surgical risk and decrease your recovery time. And tell your
doctor what your fears are. Sometimes a little knowledge can help decrease
your fear. Go for it!
— Shirley D.
January 6, 2008
I am 4 days post-op RNY and I too was very afraid of the small but real
risk of dying from the surgery or post-op complications. It is unusual, but
not rare. .5% in my doctor's practice (she has done approx 1200 Lap bands
and RNYs all together). I carefully selected a surgeon with vast
experience, maximized my pre-op physical condition by walking, eating well
and getting rest. I prepared myself spiritually by praying about it both
alone and with my husband and those from my church. I knew my longevity
would be diminished at 120# overweight and the surgery would give me a
fighting chance to reverse that. Being alive for kids and grandkids was
important and I made the decision to take the short term small risk of
death over the long term certainty of a shortened life and diminished
quality of life. Despite my preparations, just prior to being wheeled to
the OR, I became very emotional and was crying uncontrollably. My husband
and I again prayed and I felt calmed and resolved to proceed. At Day 4
now, having just come back from church, making my kids lunch and cleaning
up the kitchen, I'm glad I did it! Pray, listen to your heart and go
forward with faith if it feels like the right thing to do.
— loveathome3
January 6, 2008
It's normal to be afraid, Jessica. This is a big operation; my surgeon says
he worries more about patients who aren't afraid. But mind set going in is
also extremely important so that you can deal with things after surgery -
does your surgical group have a psychologist to discuss this with? It's
easy for us to say don't worry, or go on faith, or even we're also at risk
if we don't have surgery, but I know what it's like to be lying awake in
the middle of the night with all kinds of thoughts going around in your
head! I suggest you discuss this with a professional. Good luck, and please
let me know how you make out!
— obeseforever
January 6, 2008
I had surgery 3 days ago by Dr. Warnock. He is a super person inside and
out and a very good surgeon. I was scared to death as you were. I think
somewhere down deep we all experienced the same feelings. If you can lose
the 85 pounds on your own, then try it again. I have about 105 to lose.
I'm here and it wasn't as bad as I thought. Of course, it's only been 3
days. Your health is for your babies as well as yourself. Just make sure
you are doing it to better you, not anyone else. You have to be first in
this ordeal for it to be a success!!
Good luck
LaDonna
— ladonna08
January 6, 2008
Hey Jessica, i just checked you profile and saw you just became a member
today. You will love this site. Everyone is soooo supportive. I am 2
months out and I can tell you it was going on this site and asking
questions and expressing my concerns that helped me get through what you
are going through now. Remember you are doing this so you can live. Keep
in touch. Pat
— pjennjr
January 6, 2008
Dr. Warnock did my surgery Jan 19, 2005. It was very difficult at first
but now I believe it was one of the best things I have ever done. I wanted
to be around to watch my children grow up. Dr. Warnock is a wonderful
surgeon as well as a wonderful person. Let him know your fears, he will
help with that. He is a big believer of prayer, he prays over all his
patients & he will pray with you before surgery if you like. Never
hesitate to call his office for anything. Please email me after your
surgery @ [email protected].
I will be praying for you!
Lori
— lori_m
January 6, 2008
You can also email me now if you like. Anytime.
Lori
— lori_m
January 6, 2008
— rina_mo
January 6, 2008
Hi
I am new to this post and never know which surgery people are talking
about. Are you having gastric bp or lap band.
— meemersmom2
January 6, 2008
I am a 62 year old male and had RNY on Dec 5th. I too had the same fears.
I drove all my doctors nuts. What I did was to make sure that my heart was
sound, not great with 5 stents, but OK for surgery and I found out that I
had no sleeping disorders so that help put my mind a little at rest.
However, I was a reck when I had to wait at the hospital prior to surger
for a complication that occured with the paients ahead of me. If yo got to
wait, as for something to allow you to rest. It will make all the
difference in the world. Any surgery is risky, but beleive me this is
worth the risk now that I have completed the task. Pray and look to your
close freinds and family for support, and good luck!
— William (Bill) wmil
January 7, 2008
Put your trust in Jesus. Also this operation has become very common. RNY is
over 40 years old now. I had mine 6 months ago, lost 100 lbs and 14 inches
off my waist. This operation will give you many extra years of good health
and life. Good Luck.
— John C.
January 7, 2008
There is practically NOTHING medical that can be done to you by an M.D.
(surgery or prescription drugs) or by you (over-the-counter drugs) that
does not have an associated risk in something negative happening. It is up
to you to weigh the cost (probability of something going wrong, including
disability or death, against the benefits of the bariatric surgery you are
contemplating. Also, what is the cost of NOT getting the surgery done?
Being MORBIDLY obese can be debilitating and life threatening too. Being 85
lb overweight, you are probably NOT morbidly obese but maybe you have other
colateral factors that warrant having the surgery anyway (high blood
pressure, diabetes, etc.). Everyone who is on the path to bariatric surgery
should be evaluated by a licensed/drgreed psychologist or psychiatrist. I
suggest you bring up your concerns of something going wrong with whomever
is evaluating you for suitability for this surgery. That person should be
able to help you with your ambivalence obout proceding with weight loss
surgery. I advise you to *NOT* go ahead with it unless you can enter the
operating room with anticipation instead of dread.
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