The Stranger in the Mirror: Weight Loss Surgery

By Reed L Teresa and Ellie Salser

A touchingly candid and personal account of lifelong obesity andits emotional, social and physical impact, Ellie Salser takes you on ajourney that intimately chronicles her life-changing decision to undergogastric bypass surgery. Sharing her experiences to the world in thehopes of reaching out to those struggling with weight-related issues, thebook is a timeline that begins with the realization and acceptance of herweight problem. Revealing a determination and strength of characterthat carried Ellie through months of exhaustive research, numerousmedical consultations and the difficult decision-making process, thebook also details the lengthy preparation, psychological and emotionalissues, the surgery, the aftermath and both the positive and negativeissues she has dealt with in the 5 years since. It is with great pride thatEllie no longer sees herself as a stranger in the mirror, but a beautifulwoman who successfully changed her life.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0986396400
• ISBN13: 9780986396403
• Release Date: July 2015
• Publisher: T Reed
• Length: 106 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"