Blackrock weight care clinic has, without a doubt, saved my life.
Mr Robb and everyone working at this clinic made it so easy for me to say yes to my bariatric surgery.
My backstory is I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in September 2015 at the age of 46.
I had my life turned upside down & went from a reasonable, healthy busy Mam of 3 young kids to someone who couldn’t physically function the way I used to.
Following my initial diagnosis, it took a while & breaking both ankles & a few bones in my feet (over a period of 4 years) for me to realise my life had changed. I started piling on weight & I went from 12 stone to 19.5 stone over 10 years. I tried the usual weight loss groups, but found it very disheartening & a total waste of time & money.
I was very frightened for my future as I was now a woman in my mid 50’s with a BMI of 45.
I knew I was living on borrowed time and was at a high risk of developing cancer, diabetes, having a stroke or heart attack.
I was referred by my GP to an endocrinologist to discuss the possibility of trying Ozempic.
I tried it for a while, but it just made me nauseous & miserable. Additionally, I never felt comfortable putting drugs that weren’t medically needed into my body as I always worry about what the long-term effects these drugs would have on interacting with my MS meds.
It was at this stage that I was referred to Mr. Robb. The moment I first made contact with the Blackrock WeightCare Team. I knew I had chosen the right path. The moment you walk into the clinic, you are met by the nicest people. They provide you with all the information you need and guide you every step of the way. My surgery was covered by my Health Insurance, which was amazing. There were certain criteria I had to meet, and you need to commit to 2 years of aftercare, which you pay for upfront. This reassured me of the commitment this clinic was making to its patients.
Once I met Mr Robb, I knew I was meeting a brilliant surgeon. He is so kind & compassionate & really listens to his patients. I left his rooms, deciding there & then I’m doing this. I had my surgery 6 weeks later and have never looked back. It was the best decision that I ever made & now 7 months post surgery, I am almost 6 stone lighter
I feel safer now & forever grateful to Mr Robb & his team. He informed me today that I have most likely added 10 years to my life.
Anyone who is in a similar position to me should have no reservations about this surgery. It saves you a lot of heartache & pain & suffering further down the road.
My surgery was done robotically, and I spent just 2 nights in the hospital. As I mentioned before, the follow-up care is amazing. The nurses, dieticians, doctors, receptionists, and office staff become your friends & are there for you & invested in your health & well-being.
Thank you all once again.
