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Podcast: Healthi Talks
Episode: Lisa's Corner #31 - Navigating Bariatric Surgery Consults with Chronic Illness
Description: In this episode of Lisa’s Corner, Lisa opens up about her challenging journey to a bariatric surgery consultation 4.5 hours from home. From driving anxiety and extreme heat to navigating health conditions like POTS and mast cell disorder, the day was anything but easy. Despite the physical toll, Lisa highlights the compassion and preparation of the medical team, including a surgeon and dietitian who went above and beyond to support her unique needs. Join Lisa as she shares the raw realities of living with chronic illness, the hurdles of pursuing bariatric surgery, and the resilience it takes to keep mo...