March 9. A little over 6 months since Tpiat

It’s been a while since I’ve given an update. All is can say is that I am so blessed with my new life!

I’ve been taken off all of my twice daily insulin. I’m now on only 6 units of Lantus every morning. I don’t think that it will be long until I’m totally insulin free! What a miracle!

I still remain totally pain free.

I’m also doing something that I’ve not been able to do since 2012. I’m working part time with the Sheriffs Department as a crossing guard. I honestly thought that I’d never work again.

Attached is an email that I sent to my surgeon and nurses at University of Minnesota:

Good Afternoon,

I just wanted to express my deepest gratitude to you, Dr. Beilman and the rest of your fantastic team! You are such a caring, compassionate and intelligent group of professionals.

Dr. Beilman has indeed given me my life back, where at times before the surgery, I had NO hope. He has given me both my health and sense of self worth back. For this, I will forever be greatful.

Today I accepted a part time job, after not working since 2012! I am a much different person both physically and mentally now that I have been given this miracle!

Thank you to ALL of you from the bottom of my heart! Your team has helped so many!

Respectfully,

Susan Daulerio

Please pass this in to Dr. Beilman and Louise!