Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
Male, 200 lbs, 6'2", Fair skin tone
Performed by
Dr. Elmer Valin
(New Haven , CT)
It's been a real adventure. I never would have thought that I would have lost 115 pounds and after three years, am still going stronger than ever. I go to the gym three times a week, hired a personal trainer and have pretty much met my goal of getting back into good health. When I started this journey, I was using a C-pap machine, was developing blood pressure problems and was tired all the time. Not to mention the terrible heart burn that I suffered.
I've been heart burn free since the sur...
Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
Female
Performed by
Dr. Osvaldo Anez
(Herndon , VA)
Before: 273 lbs / After: 158 lbs My first impression of Dr. Anez was of a very professional man who appears to be all business. After a couple more visits, I noticed smiles and a caring attitude as well. His office staff has been very polite, informative, and willing to help. Gaby is his surgical coordinator - she is pleasant, returns emails promptly & effeciently handles requests.
Bill has lost over 100 pounds. In addition, he no longer relies on any diabetes medications and considers himself "cured" of this disease he has battled for most of his life.
Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
Female
Performed by
Drs. Quebbemann
(Long Beach , CA)
On July 10, 2006, I underwent laparoscopic gastric bypass by Dr. Brian Quebbemann. Leading up to my surgery was such a hard period in my life. I had been some time and although nothing in the world meant more to me than my boys; I felt less than the ideal mother. I did not want to attend school functions, my son's baseball or soccer games, or even play in the park. I rarely took a family photo. I was not only a failure to myself, but felt embarrassed for my children as well. My continued diets w...
