Now, I have a ton more energy and I sleep like a well-fed baby – Mrs Mohini Choudhari

Mrs Mohini had been steadily gaining weight for years. By 2020, she was up to nearly 106 KG and was on several medications for Hypertension, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Fatty Liver, and joint pain. Everyday activities were extremely difficult for her, and she knew if she didn’t do something about her weight, her life would likely be shortened by 20 years. That’s when she turned for weight loss surgery.

Name – Mrs Mohini R Choudhari

Occupation – Housewife

Age – 38years

Operated Date – 25/11/2020

Operated Weight – 106KG

BMI – 40.4

Diagnosis – Grade III obesity

                    Hypertension

                   Obstructive Sleep Apnea

                   Fatty liver

                   Joint Pain

Current Weight – 78KG

BMI – 29.7

For Mrs Mohini the turning point came because of Covid19 pandemic. Along with Grade III Obesity and other comorbidities she was at the high risk for the newfound virus.

“Life before surgery was exhausting to say the least. I felt uncomfortable in all my clothes and sleep was horrible. I guess overall I felt insignificant. I decided to have surgery because of Covid. I didn’t want to be considered “high risk” because I was overweight.”

She did some research for the surgery and made a choice of having surgery. She consulted Dr Parag Patel, MS, GI and Bariatric Surgeon at Zydus Hospital’s GObesity Bariatric Center.

“The pre-op staff was all great and supportive. I liked the way Dr Patel treats his patients and ensures to speak with a nutritionist and/or psychologist prior to surgery to be sure that I was ready. Post-op staff checks on you after surgery and follow-up visits with Dr Patel’s encouraging behavior. My questions about vitamins or work are always addressed and explained.”

“So far I have dropped 28 Kilos. Everything is different physically. My knees don’t ache anymore, my lower back issues are gone, I have a ton more energy and I sleep like a well-fed baby! Emotionally I’m learning to love myself and learning to have fun with my friends and family and not have it center on food. It’s hard and sometimes I still see the heavy lady and feel fat, but then I remember I’m not her anymore. I eat for nutrition now, not just because it tastes good. My energy is amazing, some saggy skin here and there but I think it may be manageable. Thank you, Dr. Parag, and GObesity Center!”

Disclaimer: This patient’s treatment and results may not be representative of all similar cases.