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Shellee's Story: 'A Whole New Life Has Opened Up'

Bariatric surgery lifts limitations, lets the sunshine in.

Sep 25, 2024

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Lisa Breslow, DOCaitlin Halbert, DO, MS, FACS


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Four years after successful bariatric surgery at ChristianaCare, Shellee Chew is living the active lifestyle that she always wanted. Whether she’s hiking, walking along the coast or participating in a 5K walk, Chew is amazed at the things she can now. She and a group of peers who had bariatric surgery at ChristianaCare rely on each other for positive encouragement.



The emotional support has helped Chew see herself in a new light: Previously, she lived life cautiously because of her weight, with self-imposed restrictions. Now, nothing is off limits.



“I can travel anywhere I want and do anything I want for as long as I want,” Chew said. “I’m 52 years old, and I’m doing things that I didn’t do when I was 20 … It’s like a whole new life has opened up.”


ChristianaCare’s Bariatric Surgery program has been designated as a Blue Distinction Center+ for its exceptional, affordable care, low complication rates and better overall patient results.

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Lisa Breslow, DO

Lisa Breslow, DO

Obesity Medicine Specialist

Dr. Lisa Breslow is a board-certified obesity medicine specialist at ChristianaCare.

Bariatric MedicineObesity and Weight Management‎Nutrition
Caitlin Halbert, DO, MS, FACS

Caitlin Halbert, DO, MS, FACS

Bariatric Surgeon and Campus Chief of Wilmington Surgical Services

Dr. Caitlin Halbert is a Bariatric Surgeon and Campus Chief of Wilmington Surgical Services.

Bariatric SurgeryForegut Surgery (hiatal hernia, reflux surgery, achalasia)Clinical ResearchLeadership Education
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