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Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Before and After Pictures by Myur S Srikanth, MD, FACS

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Gastric Bypass Surgery

Hi, my name is Michelle. I had a Medial Gastric Bypass surgery performed by Dr. Myur Srikanth on March 30, 2006. Let me just start by saying Dr. Srikanth and WLS saved my life. Prior to surgery I was 5' 2" tall, a whopping 333 pounds and miserable. I had Sleep Apnea, used a CPAP machine, my hips and knees just killed me, I took NSAIDs (anti-inflammation medications) on a daily basis, I had indigestion so bad I kept the Tums manufacturer in business. I would make excuses to my husband and daughter to not have to participate in family outings that required the smallest amount of physical exertion. I couldn't walk up one flight of stairs without being out of breath and barely able to talk. When I tried to exercise, it always backfired because the slightest workout left me in pain and down and out for at least three days. It was a vicious circle.

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Patient Details

Sex: Female
Age: 44 years old
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 152 lbs
Skin Tone: Medium
Procedure performed on: Abdomen, Upper Abdomen, Lower Abdomen

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Now my life is totally different, I can jog on the treadmill, walk up flight after flight of stairs and not be even the slightest bit out of breath. I can fit in an airplane seat without flowing into the person next to me. I can walk down the aisle of the airplane without bumping into every passenger along the way and I can use the bathroom on an airplane, something I NEVER even tried before, because I was terrified I would get stuck in there. I can cross my legs and not think twice about it and best of all I can walk into ANY clothing store and buy a NORMAL size off any rack?and the clothes look good on me now - I'm not just buying them because - it's the only thing that fits. My husband, daughter and close friends have been a great support system for me. I couldn't have done this without them. The surgery is a tool, it's a lot of work and you need a firm support system in place to make it a success. I have lost 185 pounds. I am healthy now, no longer on the CPAP machine, haven't taken an NSAID or Tums for a year. I am currently at 148 pounds and happier than ever. I'm not invisible at work anymore, it's amazing how such a large person can literally go unseen, but take off the weight and suddenly I appear. I have experienced a few minor side effects from the surgery, one of which is a marginal ulcer, but that was resolved with medication. I would make this decision over again in a heartbeat. I put my total trust into Dr. Srikanth, he has my health and best interests at heart and I know he will be there for the long haul. He offers the most intense aftercare I've seen and will make sure I am following all of my new nutritional requirements and if anything starts to falter he is quick to get it back in line. If anyone out there is considering WLS I say do your research -make sure you are willing to commit to the life style changes that will be required and then just do it. You will not regret the decision. I am living my life now, not just watching it pass me by.

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Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Procedure Guide (view all guides)

  • When you need to lose more than 100 pounds, gastric bypass or weight loss surgery may be the best solution for achieving your weight loss goals. The Roux-en-Y gastric bypass technique is among the most commonly used techniques for bariatric surgery. In this procedure, your stomach size is reduced by wrapping a plastic band around part of your stomach and then stapling your stomach to create a small pouch.

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Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Articles (view all articles)

  • Following weeks of recovery after major surgery, the last thing most people want to think about is doing it again. If you are bariatric patient coming off of weight loss surgery, however, chances are this may be one of the first things on your mind. After the extreme weight loss that follows bariatric surgery, 100 pounds or more in many instances, skin is left loose and saggy; excess tissue hangs from the abdomen below the belt line, and the hope of being able to finally feel comfortable in "normal" clothes is postponed by hanging flesh that just doesn't seem to fit on your much slimmer frame. Many patients like this turn to plastic surgery to help contour the body, giving shape to their new form. If you've experienced a significant amount of weight loss and are uncomfortable with the excess skin left behind contact plastic surgery doctors in your area and find out what options are best for you.

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  • If you are morbidly obese and want to lose more than 100 pounds, diet and exercise alone may not be enough to get you to a healthy weight. For many people struggling with obesity, laparoscopic bariatric surgery is the solution for getting rid of the extra weight and enjoying a healthier lifestyle. This procedure is also known as the laparoscopic gastric bypass procedure and offers fewer risks than traditional abdominal surgery because it requires fewer incisions. Talk to a bariatric surgeon in your area to find out if you are a good candidate for the laparoscopic bariatric surgery procedure.

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Myur S Srikanth, MD, FACS
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Center for Weight Loss Surgery
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss)
Federal Way, Washington 98003
877-626-4709
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