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Bariatric Surgery: The Best and Worst Decision I Ever Made
When Ed and his wife Amanda both decided to have sleeve gastrectomy bariatric surgery, they had no idea it would be such a pain in the ass. From the endless doctor visits, tests, bills, and paperwork to the most depressing waiting room in the universe, their journey was one fraught with irritation, sometimes absurdity, usually frustration, and, ultimately, success. Ed’s unique brand of brilliant wit, sarcastic humor, and relatable personal insight will both inform and entertain as he guides you through the harrowing process from beginning to end. Follow this average American couple's story though their decision making and all the way up to the procedure itself, including all the tests, appointments, and red tape that went with it. Ed's personal struggle, first as “the token fat guy,” and then as both a patient and the loved one of a patient, his wife, affords a rare opportunity to see the process from many different perspectives. Gain the kind of understanding about bariatric procedures that only comes from personal experience. Learn what self-help books and your doctor won’t tell you and find out what Ed would’ve done differently if he could take it all back. Often funny and always informative, “Bariatric The Best and Worst Decision I Ever Made” is a must-read if you or a loved one are thinking about or have had bariatric surgery, or if you’ve ever been frustrated by a doctor or hospital. And, c’mon… who hasn’t?
- GenresNonfiction
180 pages, Paperback
Published April 9, 2018
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June 23, 2020
This book is fantastic!
Great book on what to expect before and after one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. Weight Loss surgery is no joke and it’s a life changer. Gives the reader an excellent take of what to expect before, during and after gastric sleeve surgery. The author shares he and his wife’s experience with wit and humor.
Great book on what to expect before and after one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. Weight Loss surgery is no joke and it’s a life changer. Gives the reader an excellent take of what to expect before, during and after gastric sleeve surgery. The author shares he and his wife’s experience with wit and humor.
December 16, 2022
In-depth analysis of weight loss surgery
I don't need bariatric surgery, but wanted to understand what it was like since I used to be over 80 lbs heavier. At 5'8", I weigh 133 and still weigh everyday. For me, I found that intermittent fasting works really well, along with mostly low carb. I was an avid watched of the 600 lb show and knew a lot of what would happen before, during and after the surgery and was surprised the author didn't. But figured he didn't watch, nor did his wife. Anyway, I just wanted to say thank you for telling us how you felt going through all this, and hope you both continued weight loss success.
I don't need bariatric surgery, but wanted to understand what it was like since I used to be over 80 lbs heavier. At 5'8", I weigh 133 and still weigh everyday. For me, I found that intermittent fasting works really well, along with mostly low carb. I was an avid watched of the 600 lb show and knew a lot of what would happen before, during and after the surgery and was surprised the author didn't. But figured he didn't watch, nor did his wife. Anyway, I just wanted to say thank you for telling us how you felt going through all this, and hope you both continued weight loss success.
September 13, 2020
Very intriguing
I truly enjoyed reading such a candid account of a tough time physically as well as emotionally. I am currently preparing for my WLS. I was set on the sleeve and I have since changed to the RNY but, it is nice to hear the beautiful courage and companionship that both Ed and Amanda showed during this chapter of their lives. I pray for God to bless them with the family they desire and continued success and happiness for the future.
I truly enjoyed reading such a candid account of a tough time physically as well as emotionally. I am currently preparing for my WLS. I was set on the sleeve and I have since changed to the RNY but, it is nice to hear the beautiful courage and companionship that both Ed and Amanda showed during this chapter of their lives. I pray for God to bless them with the family they desire and continued success and happiness for the future.
September 19, 2021
Great read
This was a great book!! I’m in The process of working towards getting bariatric surgery and found this book to be very informative and encouraging all while using humor to get his point across. It was easy to read and I found myself making time to sit and read when I normally wouldn’t have because it was so good. I haven’t read a whole book in many many years, but read this one in about a week. That says a lot about it :) thank you!
This was a great book!! I’m in The process of working towards getting bariatric surgery and found this book to be very informative and encouraging all while using humor to get his point across. It was easy to read and I found myself making time to sit and read when I normally wouldn’t have because it was so good. I haven’t read a whole book in many many years, but read this one in about a week. That says a lot about it :) thank you!
February 8, 2019
Personal reflections
Much of his story revolved around all the medical appts and tests that needed to be scheduled, taken, and then finally paid for. I got it. I was hoping for more info on how they dealt with changing eating habits and increasing their exercise. Very little of that in the book.
Much of his story revolved around all the medical appts and tests that needed to be scheduled, taken, and then finally paid for. I got it. I was hoping for more info on how they dealt with changing eating habits and increasing their exercise. Very little of that in the book.
October 28, 2020
Hilariously informative!
So funny but also deeply informative! Laughed my way through!! Ed does a great job leading you down the path he and his wife Amanda took to change their lives for the better!
So funny but also deeply informative! Laughed my way through!! Ed does a great job leading you down the path he and his wife Amanda took to change their lives for the better!
January 17, 2022
very informative
I really enjoyed Ed’s candor. I’m in the process now of getting the surgery and there were A LOT of helpful hints in this book! Thank you for writing the book fast Eddy!
I really enjoyed Ed’s candor. I’m in the process now of getting the surgery and there were A LOT of helpful hints in this book! Thank you for writing the book fast Eddy!
October 17, 2022
Entertaining and Informative
Once I started reading, couldn't put book down. The author uses humor to describe a very serious medical decision. I actually feel slightly calmer about my decision and would recommend others read this book as well.
Once I started reading, couldn't put book down. The author uses humor to describe a very serious medical decision. I actually feel slightly calmer about my decision and would recommend others read this book as well.
November 14, 2022
clear talk
Good amount of experience because he, his wife, and his dad all had BS. He breaks the rules a bit. Don’t. Even he says it was stupid. Read it, because it has good, detailed insight.
Good amount of experience because he, his wife, and his dad all had BS. He breaks the rules a bit. Don’t. Even he says it was stupid. Read it, because it has good, detailed insight.
June 2, 2019
Great book!!!!
Very funny and some great info in this book! Great job on this and all your future books! I recommend this book to anyone
Very funny and some great info in this book! Great job on this and all your future books! I recommend this book to anyone
September 19, 2019
Contemplating surgery
I'm contemplating surgery and this book was very informative funny and interesting.It helped me feel more positive about my decision to have surgery.
I'm contemplating surgery and this book was very informative funny and interesting.It helped me feel more positive about my decision to have surgery.
December 18, 2019
Great Information!
Ed tells the good, the bad, and the ugly regarding his and his wife's gastric sleeve. Great sense of humor about it all.
Ed tells the good, the bad, and the ugly regarding his and his wife's gastric sleeve. Great sense of humor about it all.
January 7, 2021
Great read
This book was both entertaining and informative. It was well written and quite humorous at times. I'm glad I found it.
This book was both entertaining and informative. It was well written and quite humorous at times. I'm glad I found it.
December 31, 2019
Help for a fat guy
This book will make you understand the process and make you think. But in the end it is enjoyable to read and extremely valuable in information!
This book will make you understand the process and make you think. But in the end it is enjoyable to read and extremely valuable in information!
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