BARIATRIC
PROCEDURE:
EXCESS WEIGHT
LOSS TO DATE:
76 lbs
BARIATRIC
SURGEON:
My Journey
Why did I choose to have bariatric surgery?
Well, my primary care doctor referred me to Dr. Cheregi. He told me he had many patients who had weight loss surgery with Dr. Cheregi and were very pleased. So, I decided to at least have a consult and see how I felt. It was love at first sight!
From my first telephone call with Kiersten to my consult with Dr. Cheregi, I was amazed. I instantly felt comfortable and knew this was the team for me. I was certain after my consult that I definitely wanted to move forward with weight loss surgery, and there was absolutely no question in my mind, Dr. Cheregi was the one for me. I had my Upper GI two days after my consult and from there moved on with attending Dr. Cheregi’s information sessions, studying my binder, checking off my pre-op tasks and just awaiting my soon-to-be new life. My surgery and my post-operative course were uneventful and dare I say, easy for me…I went in positive and never lost that positivity. I’ve embraced every single aspect of this journey, as it meant I was one step closer to the new me.
Having bariatric surgery changed my life in so many ways! I have such confidence in myself, and I feel so good. I no longer shop in the plus size section! I love seeing clothing and knowing I can actually have it because I am in regular sized clothing. I love seeing myself in pictures. I am never self-conscious and embarrassed to walk into a room full of people. Physically I feel amazing. I have a lot more energy and I love to be active! And, just putting this out there, I love looking so damn good!
The advice I would give to other patients is just do it, you will NEVER be sorry. Dr. Cheregi knows this business. He is an excellent listener, down to earth, and not “stuffy;” yet he is very professional. His knowledge is extensive, and he will answer everything you ask without judgement. When you talk with him it’s like talking with a friend, he makes you feel extremely comfortable. A colleague of mine, who knows all about my journey, said to me, “I feel like you have such a good and genuine relationship with him.” I responded, “Yes, with him and his team. They truly are wonderful.”
The support from Dr. Cheregi and his team is lifelong, you are never alone during any part of your journey. Team Cheregi is there for you every step of the way!
ATTEND AN INFORMATIONAL SEMINAR
Dr. Cheregi and Dr. Chang invite you to learn more about Advanced Bariatrics and how you can take control of your life with bariatric surgery. Click below to see the time and location of upcoming seminars.
