Reaching the Summit | How Shawn Overcame Obesity with Bariatric Surgery
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.ย. 2024
- In 2017, Shawn was 360 pounds and feeling the physical effects of obesity.
After years of cyclical weight gain and weight loss, he decided to take control of his health for good and attended an information session with Penn Medicine's Bariatric Surgery program.
Shawn decided to make the lifelong commitment necessary to succeed after bariatric surgery. He’s put in a lot of hard work, received support from his loved ones, and built a strong, open relationship with his entire care team.
By committing to the process and pushing himself before and after surgery to eat well and exercise, Shawn is able to do things now that he couldn't have done a year ago.
Learn more about Shawn: bit.ly/2HfSSxD
Sign up for a free information session at Penn: bit.ly/2FkGJFx
Learn more about who is a candidate for and what to expect with bariatric surgery: bit.ly/2nokRQN
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I'm down 150lbs with VSG. I talk to men about it and encourage them to explore it. Many men think hitting the gym will work but this doesnt help those of us who are already obese. My respect goes out to this guy and his team. Awesome!
Anonymous Devil Dog I would love to hear your story . I’m looking into it as well.
Any side effects pls tell me
Hey man did you gain your wait after getting out of the marine corps? I wanted to get a gastric sleeve but found out it disqualifies you from the military
I’m drowning in obesity. After insurance cost what does out of pocket expenses look like
@@bhavanisathyam6559 can i help you can i contact you
I'm going for it in a few days.
Being 400 lbs. is a chore. I got tired and I called Penn up to set up my procedure.
Stuff like this inspires me to keep pushing forward with my decision.
Thanks for the comment! So glad you found our video inspiring...good luck with your procedure!
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Any updates ?
I started mine in 3 weeks. Currently 290lbs. Just watching your video made me want to make a change.
Update us please. I want to know if I want to do it but don’t know if you lose weight right after the surgery. I know you have to have a good diet
How much is it gonnna cost?
Maybe you can help me out with this question. I am 5-7 and 285 pounds do I meet the requirements of lap-band surgery also I have high blood pressure And borderline diabetic
@@mrbeefy9947 don't go for lap band. Never go for it. Either go for sleeve survey or lose weight manually.
Congratulations Shawn! Weight loss for your health is a great goal. Rock climbing is a fabulous incentive. Way to go!
Im 365 and have my sleeve in a little over a week on March 3, 2020. This story is great motivation and I hope your success continues and that I can reach same results👍👍
How are you doing??? I just got an approval for my surgery yesterday, waiting to get it though due to Coronavirus stuff.
Yeah, curious how things are for you almost 2 months in. Just starting my supervised diet so expect to get it in 6 months.
I’m exactly that weight now and really need to change. I’m 42 years old. Diets only worked for a while and working out is hard on my knees and back. I was on keto and lost 72lbs but could not maintain that lifestyle. I started feeling sick. Intermittent fasting was working until I started becoming hypoglycemic. I have no clue what to do. Surgery is an option but I’m worried/scared and really need to know what goes into it. I wanna live another 45 years. Don’t care for looks, care more about not feeling pain, anxiety, sluggish and sick.
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Happy 1 year anniversary on your rock wall climb Shawn. 🙂
And happy 2 year anniversary on your surgery. Keep on winning, smiling, and grabbing life by the horns. You got this. I believe in you... always.
Of all the bariatric surgery videos I’ve seen..,this is my favorite one. Go Penn!!
I’m getting the survey this October! Wish me luck!!!! With all prayers ❤️❤️
Me too man ! May everything go good!
How did it go
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I am currently 420lbs and ive been down to 350 with diet and keto. But it always came back. I am now going down the road of bariatric surgery. I hope my story is like this.
I too weighed 365lbs and had Gastrectomy it's been 3 months and I'm now 297lbs and feel great
Good video! I’m set to get my surgery this fall. I’m 6 foot 8 and about 420 pounds. It’s been hard to lose weight while having sleep apnea and also not being very motivated. I’m hoping this surgery can change my life. It will be hard to make the lifestyle change but I’m very hopeful
You look so happy.
My mother's Bariatric surgery is scheduled at Nobesity Bariatric center, Dr. Manish Khaitan. Gastric bypass
Hey Shawn, first of all, congratulations. I am considering this procedure. Did you face any post operative challenges ?
Hello have you gotten your surgery done yet n if so how did it go? I'm also close to getting my bipas surgery done in 2 months can you let me know.
@@carlosgarza6898 how’d your surgery go man
I'm saving money rn to have mine done is Tijuana.....USA based corporation that performs it's duties in Tijuana
Türkiye istanbulda 2.500€. Yardımcı olabilirim.
This is so inspiring to me I’m still in Pre Op no surgery date yet surgeon said I had to lose some weight before surgery anyone else have to do this ?
IM SO READY TO HAVE MY SURGERY NEXT WEEK MARCH 9TH!!!! IM SOOO EXCITED
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Hey buddy, I decided to swallow the pill and get the Bariatrics surgery. I have a date setup in the fall but I am freaked out. Did you have these feelings and how did you overcome them?
Sorry to ask but I’m starting my first steps into getting weight loss surgery, I have concerns regarding excess skin
Thank you for share this video cause I want this surgery and u giving me hope to do this
Türkiye istanbulda 2.500€. Yardımcı olabilirim isterseniz.
Would you recommend this surgery
My biggest goal is to fit on the kid rides with my baby. So tired of being told I’m too big.
I have a bmi over 40 it’s 41 Iam 5,9 287 pounds what bataric surgery do you’ll recommend I get
U go Shawn
How can you get rid of loose skin?, and make the face look tighter instead of saggy?
Congratulations im having my surgery Dec 15
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If you have protein s deficiency can you get bariatric surgery
No, it's EXTREMELY important that your body has enough protein to compensate for the lack of food intake youll have after gastric bypass. You may be eligible for the lap band though, since its adjustable. Hope all goes well on your journey! ☺
What are the side effects .. Related to constipation or frequent and early passage of stools
how much weight did shawn lose and how long did it take him to lose all that weight I was 320lbs now I'm 225 and a year my goal is 185lbs trying to get rid of the cpap machine
wow what a difference
👋🏾 hey ya'll my doctor recommended this surgery. Based on hypertension and borderline diabetic and BMI of 39.7. Im currently 6'2 309lbs
And not sure if I should go through with it. Looking for any advice
Go for it, i did and i dint regret it
Size yardımcı olmamı istermisiniz. Türkiye istanbuldayım. Doktorlarla görüşüp size bilgi verebilirim.
Hello all! I was curious if anyone might be similar to my size and have gone though this? I'm 39 6'5 355 and I spoke with my Dr yesterday and she said I should look into this due to my current state of health (high BP, borderline diabetes) as well as my genetics. I guess I'm just curious as to what to expect health wise as well as appearance. Thank you for any help everyone! God bless!
Well done fella, shame about the friend zone you find yourself in.
Wow you look great
Not meaning to disrespect the accomplishment of the Wright loss, but these people don't look "healthy". The looked nutrient deprived and older.
Married the dietian way to go to keep it off
What is the goal of this surgery? To eat less.
Can you eat less even without surgery? Yes.
There are several ways to trick your mind to eat less. Eating low GI food, high fibre and whole grain makes you feel full longer. Drinking plain water instead of sugary drinks avoids you from thirst. Eating less spicy food avoids you from craving for sweets.
So folks, think hard before doing this surgery. It involves making *permanent* changes to your body. You'll run the risk of being malnutrition. I'd rather have a mental surgery instead of a physical one.
Hello sir my height is 5.9 and weight is 104 can i eligible for bariatric surgery
104??
N u want surgery??
U kidding right??
@@diamondsparkle9967 🤣
@@diamondsparkle9967 probably kg. watch that lip first before making a snark comment
His face skin is so loose and scary.
He lost a lot of weight in his face because there is a lot of loose skin
Sheesh they have surgery for everything. I truly believe Shawn could have lost weight by dieting and working out
What an ignorant comment
I used to be a balletdancer, living on one meal a day. After a few years I started eating normal and became, just like my family, morbidly obese. I teach 20 danceclasses a week and go to the gym. Trainers don’t know what to do with me.
It’s not just about diet and working out.
Not for everything. Still waiting for that removal of ignorance surgery... 🙄
If it were genes coming for you the surgery wouldn’t make a difference. Calories in calories out. I am happy you look great and feel well but it’s a dangerous ideology to promote that this is an option people always need instead of managing their eating. You’re a great guy but to say it’s genes is diminished responsibility for overeating
It's always ONE negative person in the comments!! Sometimes it is genes. I know plenty of obese and overweight people who barely eat. It doesn't always mean they shove food in their mouths. There's nothing wrong with getting this. As you can see, he maintained his weight by healthy eating and exercise. Btw, some people don't just lose weight regardless of (calories in calories out) I hate when people like you make it seem so simple. Be happy for him and move on
You should remove this post and you sound like a complete ass clown. It has saved a lot of people
When Oxford studies say losing weight long term is nearly impossible I believe them. You arebt paying off a credit card you are fighting evolution.