Dr David L Chengelis, MD

Meet who is loving her new life. Two years ago she made a decision to change her life. She refused to accept . She had bypass surgery and worked diligently with the program. 170 plus lbs later she helps others with words of motivation and factual advice to succeed after . Her insights to success are dynamic and she is eager to help others. DM her with questions.

Ana is 96 years young and 2 weeks post op robotic inguinal hernia repair. No pain and already back to her active life, cooking, cleaning, walking without assistance. She is a wonder. We talked about her longevity. Growing up in Puerto Rico, she established a diet she continued here of Fresh fruits, vegetables with minimal meat. No to***co and rare sip of wine on holidays. But most importantly, her mental outlook is always positive. Kind, loving, with forgiveness and gratitude as her pillars. I first did surgery on her when she was only 91(see post Aug 2018) and feel blessed to know her, her lovely daughter and be a part of her amazing story.

Meet Juan,
Happy holidays is even more special this year for in the past 3 months since he is celebrating 70 lbs weight loss, resolution and . Truly is the season for gratitude and joy as he is loving his new life. So amazing to be a part of this transformation.

My thanks to all who have been a part of this journey. It has been a very rewarding experience.

Michael Mccarthy ecstatic at today's 2 week post op visit for surgery. His main symptom was a chronic nagging which is a often mistreated as asthma or allergies when the cause was , or . Now, he can have a conversation without coughing. This outpatient operation was done with and he recovered without need for narcotics for pain. He no longer needs reflux medication like . Very grateful

John Grewer, patient, , almost 5 months ago, was over 400 lb and now below 300 and counting. cured, once on 120 units insulin per day. controlled on only one med vs several. His relationship with food is now healthy as he no longer uses it for emotional support. To see his transformation, possible with and positive changes is truly an . Congrats John.

Angelique Greer, one year visit for robotic RNY gastric bypass, combined with dedication is down 100 lbs ! Her husband and two children now enjoy active healthy choices, exercising together. Her Cholesterol normalized, knee arthritis resolved, asthma resolved, sleep apnea cured. True inspiration. Congrats to her.

Dr. Mary Welsh, patient from 2008, visiting. Her daughter passed 5 years ago in the prime of her life and Mary used this tragedy to start a program that helps people find hope and recover after the untimely loss of a loved one. She is pictured with all the resource material she has created.

Katrina, is now down 70 lbs and loving life. Her positivity just fills the room. She is getting many well deserved compliments. It's so very gratifying to be a part of her life transformation.