Question:
has any one older then 60 had the wls and felt it was the right thing to do

   — Sherry R. (posted on January 23, 2003)

January 23, 2003
I'm 53, but a friend has surgery on Jan 2 in Flordia at the age of 65. She has done really well and happy with her decision. Good luck to you.
   — barbara A.

January 23, 2003
There are many of us who had very successful surgery. I am 60 my DH is 62. Check my profile. We also have an oldies group on Yahoo for people over 50. Send an e-mail to [email protected] and she will send you an invitation. Lot's of good info and support there.
   — faybay

January 23, 2003
Hi, I am 61 and will be 62 in July and am scheduled for an open RNY on February 11,2003 and can't wait!! Go for it!! The next 25 years should be great.
   — Michael K.

January 24, 2003
Hi Mike, I am 59 and approaching 60. I used to wonder if at my age it was worth it. IT IS. I know I will be better off after having the surgery. I havae 8 grandkids and I intend to see all or at least most of the married. I too have been overweight all my life and I see the day of my sugery, which hasn't been set yet, as My Birthday. Good luck, enjoy your life. LOL ,Maureen Cotton
   — Maureen M.

January 25, 2003
I just turned 66 in December. I am in the process of getting approved. I have had both knees replaced and have nine vertabraes in my back that are shot. I believe I will be able to walk and not hurt as much on top of being healthier if I have this surgery. The doctor I am trying for accepts Medicare but you need five years of background which I will have no trouble getting. They also will take precautions because of blood clot problems and will not refuse me for my age as others have done. I am looking forward to a healthier life, a little scared but it will be worth it.
   — Carol H.

January 27, 2003
Hi everyone, I had the open rny in Oct 2001, I turned 61 in Nov 2001, it has changed my life in the most wonderful ways. I had the tt/hernia surgery in June 2002, and somemore touchups and lipo 3 weeks ago. I know I wouldn't have made it without wls, the Dr said I wouldn't have lived beyond 5 more years. Both knees needed to be replaced, I had terrible gerds, high blood pressure, depression, and had a previous heart attack that damaged the bottom of my heart, I hate to think where I would be now. We have 11 grandchildren, and 4 married children, and my husband said he can't keep up with me. I remember the nights when I would come home from work and hit the couch or the bed for rest of the night. Now I want to be on the go all the time. I don't want him to let me out at the door of somewhere's we go I want to walk. I love all the energy, the wonderful choice of clothes I am able to buy, the ease of getting in a booth when we go out and eat, and just the wonderful feeling of knowing you are healthier and looking the best we can. I can never thank my Dr's and everyone on the team that has helped me reach my goals. God Bless each and everyone of you whereever you are in this walk, Love Susie
   — lostitall

January 29, 2003
Hi, I am 63 years old and had my surgery on Oct.9,2002 and I think it is absolutely the best thing I've ever done for myself! My PCP agrees with me. I do think the age slows down your weight loss, I appear to be a slow loser. I started at 267 and am at 210. But if I judge it by my previous life when did I ever lose 57 lbs in 16 weeks? So I am satisfied, I just continue along drinking my water, and protein drinks feeling wonderful and energized. My DH says I am getting younger and he is getting older!!
   — Beverly H.