A Look at the Emotional Aspects of Gastric Bypass Surgery
By Karen Gallagher
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Are you or someone you know considering Gastric Bypass Surgery? Even if you have already had Gastric Bypass Surgery, reading this book is a must in order to prepare yourself for the physical and emotional challenges you will face. There are many aspects of Gastric Bypass Surgery that people are not prepared for, especially the emotional ones.
After watching so many people I love and care about struggle with their lives on an emotional level after Gastric Bypass Surgery, I decided to write this book. As a nurse and a teacher, I am hoping it will help prepare those of you who are considering or have had this surgery for the emotional adjustments that have to be made following this procedure.
I have been talking with my physician regarding the bypass surgery. Information found on the internet can be too technical and hard to understand. I found Karen's book, which contained a tremendous amount of information, written in a concise manner and easy to understand. I consider this a must-have book for anyone contemplating this surgery. My thanks to you, Karen.
- Mary N., St. Petersburg, FL
The information in this book has given me new insight as to what questions I need to be asking my doctor.
- Joe W. Memphis, TN
Excerpt from the Introduction:
"During the past year, I have known six people who have undergone Gastric Bypass Surgery. I watched these people go through many struggles as they had to begin to adjust to their post-operative lifestyle changes. My heartfelt concern for my friends and acquaintances is what brought me to write this book. Seeing their emotional trials made me realize that many people go into this surgery only partially prepared for what follows. I found that my friends and acquaintances were not aware of what post-operative complications may arise, what their new eating habits would consist of or how much of an emotional adjustment they would have to make."
This is a real life look at gastric bypass surgery. Thank you for caring enough to take the time to write this.
- Cathy J., TX
Karen’s words and advice are delivered with true compassion.
- Jackie R., New York City, NY
Some of the VALUABLE INFORMATION you need to know before having Gastric Bypass Surgery and will learn about by reading this book includes:
What is Gastric Bypass Surgery? A look at the procedure itself.
Dealing with stress: Useful tools for preparing for post-op emotional adjustments.
Karen's Story: A personal story of physical and emotional post-op complications.
Julie's Story: Another personal look into a life after Gastric Bypass Surgery.
Steps to take before surgery: What to do to prepare yourself that doctors may not tell you.
Eating after surgery: What your diet will be like post-op, including sample menus, vitamin supplementation and the significance of protein in your diet.
Anyone considering this surgery needs to read this book. It’s written from both a personal and professional point of view. You have given me many things to think about before I have my surgery. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
- Marcie C., Los Angeles, CA
"My goal in writing this book is to hopefully make those of you who are considering this surgery more knowledgeable about it in many different aspects. This is a major decision that you are making and it will have a dramatic effect on the rest of your life both physically and emotionally. By reading this book, I am hoping that you will feel more informed and better prepared when finally making the choice of having Gastric Bypass Surgery."
I have already had this surgery but thought I would check this book out anyway. I wish I could have been able to read it before hand. Karen has hit the nail on the head. This book has helped me see new ways to deal with my new life.
- Evelyn J., Pringle, PA
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