Michael’s Treatment
Biography
Michael is a 68 year-old businessman and former college athlete. He’s married for a second time, the father of two and a proud grandfather. His weight issues began in his mid 40s and continued into his 60s when he was pushing 300 pounds. The moment he knew something had to change was when he noticed himself merely sitting and watching his granddaughter play instead of actually playing with her. After his doctor told Michael “you have a death wish” due to weight problems, he pursued bariatric surgery. He reveals his struggles to get health insurance approval to pay for surgery. Having lost almost 100 pounds, he is back to playing tennis and golf while enjoying his family. Nowadays, Michael runs around the backyard with his granddaughter.
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Discovery Expand for videos
Obesity: A Multi-factorial Problem
04:00Your Relationship With Food
03:41Is Obesity a Disease?
02:57Is Eating an Addiction?
02:51Self Image: What it’s like to be obese
03:51The Health Impact
03:08Dieting: The Yo-Yo Effect
04:59The Financial Issue: What does insurance cover?
03:52Time to Act: What was your “aha” moment?
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Side Effects Expand for videos
Support & Communication Expand for videos
Cathy, 58 Patient
Dr. Scott Cunneen MD Bariatric Surgeon
Evan, 23 Patient
Jane, 51 Patient
Jenna, 30 Patient
Jennifer, 48 Patient
Jennifer Arussi MS, Registered Dietitian
Jenny, 49 Patient
Karen, 61 Patient
Laura, 51 Patient
Lorraine, 70 Patient
Michael, 68 Patient
Dr. Mona Misra MD Bariatric Surgeon
Nancy Patient
Rebecca, 45 Patient
Dr. Karin Schwartz Psy.D. Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Adrienne Youdim MD
Biography
Michael is a 68 year-old businessman and former college athlete. He’s married for a second time, the father of two and a proud grandfather. His weight issues began in his mid 40s and continued into his 60s when he was pushing 300 pounds. The moment he knew something had to change was when he noticed himself merely sitting and watching his granddaughter play instead of actually playing with her. After his doctor told Michael “you have a death wish” due to weight problems, he pursued bariatric surgery. He reveals his struggles to get health insurance approval to pay for surgery. Having lost almost 100 pounds, he is back to playing tennis and golf while enjoying his family. Nowadays, Michael runs around the backyard with his granddaughter.
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Video Description
After doing all of the necessary requirements to be approved for surgery, Michael decided on the gastric sleeve procedure. His surgery was an easy experience and then the work began.
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