👋 Hello Warrior Family! *trigger warning*

In this episode of the Bariatric Warrior Podcast, Alisha shares her personal journey as a bariatric patient, discussing her weight loss, the impact of grief on her health, and the challenges she faced post-surgery. She emphasizes the importance of mental health, the flaws in traditional weight metrics like BMI, and the need for community support. Alisha also recounts her experiences with complications, including iron deficiency, and the emotional aspects of her transformation. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the various health complications and challenges faced after bariatric surgery, including heavy periods, hormonal changes, and the importance of advocating for oneself in the healthcare system. They share personal experiences with allergies and the difficulties of accessing quality care, emphasizing the need for community support and the impact of medical tourism. The discussion highlights the emotional and physical struggles that accompany weight loss and the importance of being heard and seen in the medical community.

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Thank you so much Alisha for sharing your story with us all! We loved chatting with you!

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🚨 Exciting things to look forward to:

- Twice a month podcasts 1 with guests

- Twice a month Warrior Wednesday Lives: Instagram & Tiktok

- 1 on 1 support/guidance/patient advocacy/coaching

- Giveaways

- Patreon perks: Early episode access, Live Q&A, Monthly support Zoom, Merch, etc

- MEET UPS!

- Featured Guest spotlights/ everything exciting you need to know will be in our email newsletters so make sure to sign up to stay in the know at www.bariatricwarriorsupport.com

Etc!

💜 🎙️ Thank you for supporting us and being here through the ups and downs as well as allowing us to support and be there for all of you! We appreciate all of you so much! Huge thank you to our bestie Heather for all your help editing!

Love, Stephanie & Bex

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👋 Hello Fellow Bariatric Warriors! 💜Our Mission: Advocating and supporting the bariatric, plastics, and chronic illness communities through the ups and downs. ! trigger warning as we talk about the real, raw, good, bad, and ugly! Make sure to hit that like, follow button, and subscribe! If you enjoy our podcast make sure to leave a review on any of our podcast platforms! We would greatly appreciate it!

Summary

In this episode, Dr. Donald Fridley DO FACOS FASMBS, a board-certified bariatric surgeon, shares his journey into bariatrics, emphasizing the importance of patient satisfaction and the need for comprehensive follow-up care. He discusses the complexities of hiatal hernias, the significance of celebrating patient milestones, and the role of nutrition in pre- and post-operative care. Dr. Fridley also highlights the importance of body composition analysis and the various non-surgical weight management options available. He concludes by encouraging patients to ask critical questions when selecting a bariatric surgeon, ensuring they receive the best support throughout their journey.

Takeaways:

Dr. Fridley emphasizes the importance of patient satisfaction in bariatric surgery.

Creating a supportive environment is crucial for patient success.

Hiatal hernias can recur due to various factors, including weight and surgical technique.

Celebrating milestones, like ringing a bell, can boost patient morale.

Follow-up care is essential for long-term success after bariatric surgery.

Nutrition plays a vital role in both pre-op and post-op care.

Understanding caloric needs is important for weight management post-surgery.

Non-surgical options for weight management are available and effective.

Body composition analysis helps tailor individual dietary needs.

Patients should ask their surgeon about their approach and support systems.

Please go follow and support Dr. Donald Fridley, Macy Fridley, and the entire team at Surgical Associates of Bayonet Point

IG: @sabp_weightloss

Website: www.sabpweightloss.com

Located:

7541 Medical Drive Hudson, Florida 34667

AND

24646 State Road 54 Lutz, Florida 33559

If you are looking for an incredible Board Certified Bariatric Surgeon, Board Certified General Surgeon, and Board Certified Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgeon definitely reach out to Surgical Associates of Bayonet Point!

💜If you are interested in being a part of the resource community/ that we can refer to/spotlight please email us at steph@bariatricwarriorsupport.com or Bex@bariatricwarriorsupport.com

🎙️ If you are interested in being a guest on our podcast send either of us or our podcast IG a message. We also have a link in our bio that you can fill out the Podcast guest sign up form, submit a photo for us to post on social media when sharing about the episode, and sign the release form! We record on Sunday afternoon/evenings.

🎙️ If you want early episode access to the podcast and other exciting perks like merch you can go to Patreon.com/bariatricwarriorpodcast and become a Bariatric Warrior Guild Member! We are so grateful for your continued love and support!

Featured Guest spotlights/ everything exciting you need to know will be in our email newsletters so make sure to sign up to stay in the know at www.bariatricwarriorsupport.com

💜 🎙️ Thank you for supporting us and being here through the ups and downs as well as allowing us to support and be there for all of you! We appreciate all of you so much! Huge thank you to our bestie Heather for all your help editing! Love, Stephanie & Bex 💻Follow us on social Media: Instagram: @Bariatricwarriorpodcast @bariatricwarriorsupport Steph @bariatricwarrior Bex @becoming_Bex

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👋 Hello Fellow Bariatric Warriors!

💜Our Mission: Advocating and supporting the bariatric, plastics, and chronic illness communities through the ups and downs.

! *trigger warning* as we talk about the real, raw, good, bad, and ugly!

In this Episode Willow shares with us her story: How holistic medicine has helped her and lead her to start Guided Dreamer to help others.

Make sure to follow Willow on Social Media:

Instagram: guideddreamer and Facebook: Guided Dreamer.

If you are local to NC or stopping through make sure to also check out Willows Dream Storefront and Salon!

If interested in purchasing or learning more about what Willow makes send her a DM! To buy you can go to Willow's Dream, Landrum Mercantile, or DM her!

Thank you so much Willow for sharing your story and being a part of the podcast! We appreciate you so much!

💜If you are interested in being a part of the resource community/ that we can refer to/spotlight please email us at steph@bariatricwarriorsupport.com or Bex@bariatricwarriorsupport.com

🎙️ If you are interested in being a guest on our podcast send either of us or our podcast IG a message. We also have a link in our bio that you can fill out the Podcast guest sign up form, submit a photo for us to post on social media when sharing about the episode, and sign the release form! We record on Sunday afternoon/evenings.

🎙️ If you want early episode access to the podcast and other exciting perks like merch you can go to Patreon.com/bariatricwarriorpodcast and become a Bariatric Warrior Guild Member! We are so grateful for your continued love and support!

🚨 Exciting things to look forward to:

- Twice a month podcasts

- Twice a month Warrior Wednesday Lives: Instagram & Tiktok

- 1 on 1 support/guidance/patient advocacy/coaching

- Giveaways

- Patreon perks: Early episode access, Live Q&A, Monthly support Zoom, Merch, etc

- MEET UPS!

- Featured Guest spotlights/ everything exciting you need to know will be in our email newsletters so make sure to sign up to stay in the know at www.bariatricwarriorsupport.com

💜 🎙️ Thank you for supporting us and being here through the ups and downs as well as allowing us to support and be there for all of you! We appreciate all of you so much! Huge thank you to our bestie Heather for all your help editing!

Love, Stephanie & Bex

💻Follow us on social Media:

Instagram: @Bariatricwarriorpodcast @bariatricwarriorsupport

Steph @bariatricwarrior

Bex @becoming_Bex

Tiktok:

Steph @bariatricwarrior

Bex @becoming_bex

👩🏻‍💻Website is LIVE: www.bariatricwarriorsupport.com

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