Tonight I attended the required weight loss seminar. The room was packed out and I arrived late because for some reason, I thought it started at 6 instead of 5:30. Luckily, I arrived in time to hear about the different kinds of procedures and the pros and cons related to each procedure. I'd pretty much decided on the Gastric Sleeve before attending the seminar. The information I received only reinforced that the sleeve is the best option for me.
I learned that all the procedures are now performed laparoscopically which drastically reduces the surgical risk and that the New Life Center's complication rates are incredibly low. I've always been terrified of the prospect of gastric bypass because there are SO many stories of friends of friends who've died from post-operative complications. In fact, my best friend's father in law died from complications from gastric bypass. I have small sons, ages 9, 6, and 3 years old. I didn't/don't want to do anything that would cause them to lose their mother.
The seminar went a long way in reassuring me of my safety. The doctors really know their stuff and their numbers speak for themselves. In the end, I'm glad I went to the seminar.
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