Hi Darlene, I am Felix patient to, one year out and I have lost 168 lbs, so now its your turn!!! Sounds like you are ready, he is a great surgeon, you are in wonderful hands. Follow the rules, sip sip sip, walk walk walk, and look forward to living a full life. Dr S (his new partner) has gotten great reviews also, so either surgeon would be fabulous. Take care, email me if you would like to.