In the latest episode of WLS Journeys, host Yvonne McCarthy talks with Gina Robinson, a hospice nurse who once weighed 340 pounds. Although she dropped 150 pounds after weight loss surgery, went off insulin completely, and was a regular at support group meetings, Gina later regained 60 pounds and found her life was once again heading in the wrong direction.
Gina’s story of losing her way on the road to health is one ever WLS patient can identify with, and her determination to get back on track will cheer and inspire you. Click the video player below to hear Gina’s humorous take on the roller-coaster ride of post-op life, from her struggle to deal with people sabotaging her success to her own tendency to test the waters, and her renewed will to fight for lasting health and happiness.
February 15th, 2009 at 8:35 am
I didn’t need a revision except in my brain.
A-FREAKING-MEN.
February 15th, 2009 at 9:20 am
Thanks Yvonne, Craig, Leslie and all for allowing me to have so much FUN!!! I hope we can reach at least that ONE person out there who may be struggling, with regain, like I was. You guys are just THE BEST!!
February 15th, 2009 at 11:53 am
You both not only look professional on camera, but so beautiful! They say the camera adds 10lbs but not the case here! You both look so skinny! Gina you always make me smile and being a Hospice nurse you are such an angel to so many.
February 15th, 2009 at 1:56 pm
Yvonne, you are a great interviewer; Gina, you are a hoot!
I think you are both “poster girls”—and not just for the WLS community.
All the best to both of you and your future plans. DC
February 15th, 2009 at 4:50 pm
Yvonne – you are so great as an interviewer!! GINA!!! My beach bum sistah – MWAH!!! wonderful story and very inspiring!!
February 15th, 2009 at 5:47 pm
Gina, you rock sweetie! Thanks for your insight and inspiration; your humor made my day! Yvonne, as always you share yourself to so many. Thanks to both of you for being you. ~~ Dana ~~
February 15th, 2009 at 7:09 pm
How awesome! I laughed alot!! Gina your honesty is incredible!! I applaud you!!!
The nature of your work is not easy. You aren’t the “Angel of Death” you are the Angel of Comfort and the Cupid of Humor.
I am blessed to know you and call you friend.
Blessings,
Nina
February 16th, 2009 at 9:54 am
Thanks to everyone for showing the love. Gina missed her calling as a stand up comic! I still am in awe of her passion for her job. She brings so much experience to the table and I’m still laughing about when she explains how much she lost at the gym!
February 17th, 2009 at 9:03 am
Gina and Yvonne you women are awesome…thanks for being out there for all of us… love you both keep p the good work…
February 17th, 2009 at 9:26 am
Gina,
I really appreciated this video. I, too, am 51 years old and a Hospice nurse. I have been struggling to lose this last 29 pounds since having to be off work for spinal fusion and rotator cuff repair. you have given me hope…and humor.
Marilyn
February 18th, 2009 at 5:01 am
Love this.
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thanks for being out there for all of us
I really love watching these.
February 18th, 2009 at 8:29 am
Yvonne, great job. fun to watch. when do i get to come on your show and jump on your couch ala Tom Cruise?
February 18th, 2009 at 7:29 pm
Doc V. you are toooooooooo funny. I’ll bet you keep your patients in stitches! NO I DIDN’T JUST SAY THAT!!! Ok, I couldn’t help myself.
February 18th, 2009 at 7:48 pm
I love the show.. Gina.. I am so lucky to call you my friend.. Great show..
February 21st, 2009 at 5:23 pm
Gina,
very inspiring and being your brother I’m very proud of you and how you took control, Richard did care, but he is the type to not want to rock the boat. I’m always a phone call away..
February 22nd, 2009 at 8:34 am
Hi Danny!! Didn’t she do a great job? I’m so glad you got the chance to watch.
February 24th, 2009 at 7:39 pm
Gina,
The whole family salutes your accomplishment! Being one of my most head strong siblings I know you can do anything you put your mind to, but a Marathon! All I can say is – GO GIRL!