I had gastric sleeve surgery in February of 2022 with Dr. Benedetto and his team. Dr. Benedetto was great to work with and spoke so that I could understand everything he was telling me. He was very patient through all of my questions and really put me at ease prior to the surgery. Dr. Benedetto’s team - Wendy, Jessica, Jenn, Sarah, and Linda are amazing. I can't say enough good things about them. They are patient, and they really listen to me and have great suggestions for my questions and challenges. I look forward to all of my follow-up appointments as well as our monthly post-op online group meetings. Through these meetings, the team extends to everyone who has had surgery as well.
What I like most about the program is the team and my meetings with them. They are always there with answers, encouragement, and excitement. Even when I don't feel like I'm doing great, they remind me where I started and how far I've come. I really like the online group and wish we could meet more than once a month. I love the Facebook page where I can ask questions - and I do! Everyone is very supportive of each other.
Prior to my surgery, I was using a walker and waiting for knee replacement surgery. I wasn't able to do much in the way of exercise before the replacement, which I had in July. Now, I'm catching up on all the projects around the house, cleaning, laundry, doing grocery shopping and other errands, exercising at home, and getting ready to join a gym. I've gone from a 4X pants size to a large! I have so much more energy and stamina. No more afternoon naps and I'm more aware of what and how much I eat. I don't miss most of the foods I've given up and I'm careful not to allow myself even a little of certain trigger foods like breads and pastas. So many people are amazed at the difference in me, not just how I look, but how I act. I can honestly say I'm so wicked happy, and it's been a long time coming!