A Diary of Gastric Bypass Surgery

The story of one African American woman's decision to undergo gastric bypass surgery.

Customer Reviews:

Very Thankful

By SB "what i really think" - June 18, 2009

This is an awesome book! As a educated African American female, suffering from obesity (sounds like a oxy-moron. This book spoke to me and helped me make a decision if I really wanted to do this or not. I am now waiting insurance approval for my gastric bypass surgery, and would recommend reading Darlene's journey. It was a quick read, which makes it great for those of us who are really busy.

Remind me not to seek medical treatment in North Carolina

By Erin McArdle "Book Worm MZZ" - April 9, 2010

I found Darlene's account of her journey before and after her Gastric Bypass very imformative. She gave plenty of information regarding the requirements for the procedure as well as her progress after. However I have to tell you I was appalled at treatment she received from the COLD, INSENSITIVE members of in the medical profession she encountered along the way. I thought her surgeon DR. Bozeman's personality was awful from the momemt she first met him. His staff was just as bad. They were all cold and insensitive. As for DR. Insull Jones he sounds like a jerk. I just had a Gastric Bypass this past Monday. I have to say my journey towards the procedure was so different that I found myself blinking in shock as I read her tale. From the first moment I signed up online for the informational seminar I was treated with nothing but warmth and caring. I got a phone call from a very friendly woman the next day confirming my registration for the seminar. The seminar was very imformative and... read more

Heartfelt and Honest

By Shannon Bananon "AK" - August 12, 2011

I am considering WL Surgery. WOW, if I can track my daily protein like she can, I'll be in good hands. She is wildly honest about everything with this surgery. Her courage to stick to it is enlightening. Good for her.