My name is Denise. I started my weight-loss journey in December of 2014 by visiting Dr. Chin. It was ten months of doctors’ appointments, weigh-ins, and medical tests. But I was focused and determined. Finally, my surgery date came. I was sleeved in October 2015, and it was the best decision I have ever made for myself. I was 57 years old at the time. I asked my surgeon, Dr. Chin, if I was too old for the surgery, and he said, “No one is too old to get healthy.” He was so very right. I was 310 pounds at my heaviest, pre-surgery. I was pre-diabetic, and had high blood pressure. My back, knees, and ankles hurt most of the time, and I was always short of breath. Those were just the medical conditions I had because of my weight. I was self-conscious and depressed. I was very unhappy. Surgery was a piece of cake (no pun intended). I was walking on the treadmill within two days. Soon, I was amazed at the transformation I was having, both in my weight loss and with my attitude towards food. As the weight loss kept happening, I was gaining my health back. I am no longer on blood pressure medicine, and I am no longer pre-diabetic. My knees, back, and ankles don’t hurt anymore because I am not carrying so much weight. I can walk and move around without being short of breath. My confidence has returned, and I am so much happier now that I am 100 pounds lighter. I swim a mile five days a week, and walk three to four miles every day, and I enjoy it. There are so many accomplishments that have come from losing weight like shopping in the regular size section, fitting in any chair, crossing my legs, not having to ask for an extension on the airplane, and the list goes on. The only regret I have is not having this surgery sooner. I would like to thank Dr. Chin and all of the staff involved in my life saving/changing surgery.
Dr. Chin and all the staff were amazing. I had my gastric sleeve surgery in August 2021, and I have lost 70 lbs in the last 7 months. It’s the best thing I could have done for my health and myself. It requires mental determination and strength, but it’s totally worth it. Everyone treated me with respect, patience, and compassion after my surgery. Their level of professionalism and care was outstanding. If you are looking for a good surgeon who will do the surgery right, Dr. Chin is the one. You won’t regret it.
Update: It’s been 2 ½ years since my surgery, and I’ve lost about 95 lbs. I continue to go every 6 months to see Dr. Chin to keep myself in check and maintain my weight. He has also used my weight-loss story as a success story on YouTube. I’ve met people who have seen my video and success, and I love to encourage them by reminding them that you have to train your mind for success! You can see the pictures before and after! Trust me when I say this—it’s not an easy process, but it’s truly life-changing as long as you set your mind to it!
Doctors and Nurses are very friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. They explained everything in advance and answered all of my questions. I am so glad I chose Bass Bariatric Surgery Center!
I’m disabled, so I found BASS Medical Group and Dr. Chin through the Medicare website. Insurance is so tricky. Dr. Chin is amazing—he takes real pride in helping people transform and become healthy. I’ve seen it, and I’m living it. The gastric sleeve is the best tool you can ever give yourself to help lose it and keep the weight off. Everyone is different, but for me, in 2 years I lost a total of 179 lbs, and it feels great! Dr. Chin saved my life and helped transform me into a healthy person. I couldn’t be more grateful! Thanks, Dr. Chin.
