I’d been struggling with my weight for years. The day my primary physician told me that “I now weigh enough qualify for GI Bypass Surgery” I spun into a deep depression. Knowing that being 5’7″ at 253 lbs and depressed is not healthy, I knew I had to do something. I was looking at my future and realized that I was on a destructive path. Both my parents are morbidly obese and I knew I didn’t want to end up like them. They have a difficult time playing with the grandchildren, getting up and down stairs, and simply just walking around. I knew I wanted better. I needed better. My daughter needs me.
I knew I didn’t want a GI Bypass as I know it’s not reversible and has a ton of side effects. I had heard about Lap-Band from my primary physician. I started looking into the surgery and who was the most qualified to do the surgery in the LA Area. There he was. Dr. David Davtyan. A doctor who actually has the band himself!! Who better to ask questions from? Suddenly my dark depression looked a little brighter. I made the appointment for my consultation. I met with Dr. ‘D’ in spring of 2006.
Dr. D and his team were awesome. They welcomed me in with open arms. Not making me feel bad about being a ‘Fat Person’. I was so happy, I cried in his office. Dr. D had all my answers. Dr. D isn’t your typical doctor. HE LISTENS!!! He Cares!!! Where else can you find that? I had my surgery August 24, 2006. I consider that the day I got my life back. Dr. Davtyan, gave that to me. He’s been there for me from the beginning and 2 years later and 75 pounds lighter, he’s still here.
Being overweight is a difficult thing to overcome. Physically and emotionally. But IT IS possible. Dr. Davtyan and his team made it possible. Dr. D gave me a way to live a healthy lifestyle. For that, I am forever grateful. Anyone considering weight loss surgery should seriously consider Lap-Band. And if you do, your only choice for a physician should be Dr. David Davtyan! It’ll be the best decision of your life.
