i think youll do fine my bmi was 41 and when my dr had me lose 10% of my body weight i was at about 38 bmi so . i had my rny on monday and im doing much better today than say wednesday. but i think its awsome that your a dr. and doing this think of all the insite you could give so many people on this incredible journey. good luck to you youll be fine and its not a short cu already this is the hardest thing ive ever done

I'm brand new to this message board, but I thought it would be a great way to start my weight loss journey. As most, I've been fighting this beast for most of my adult life. I'm having difficulty with husband support because he doesn't think I'm "big" enough. My BMI is 40.7, I have yo-yo'd for years, I can't do the things I used to do b/c of joint pain and ankle swelling, and I'm just sick of it! I remember last year going to a weight loss clinic saying, "well at least I don't qualify for the lap band!" WOW!! I am a physician, so I knew some things, and I have been researching for months, so when I had my first appointment, I had already looked at multiple seminars, been all over the web, and pretty much decided this is what I needed to do to. I'm now infuriated at how ignorant people can be. They think I'm being lazy and taking the "short cut". This is nothing close to a short cut. It will take lots of work, consistency, and dedication. I'm so excited, but also soooo nervous. I want everything to go well. I thought being a part of this board would help me in this journey, because the people I am around pretty much don't know. I don't feel completely alone, but I feel this support group will supply me with that extra umph I need to combat ignorant people. Isn't it weird how we are judged for being big, but when we try to do something about it, we are chastised for it too? I'm sick of worrying about what others think when I know what is normal for me. Sorry, getting a little worked up! Anyway, "HELLO" everyone, and I look forward to reading your posts and answers. Wish me luck!

Gay, I can identify with your comments about being wiped out, I had surgery on Tuesday and am playing for a wedding today- nothing elaborate, short and sweet. And of course my precious husband will be there. I do hope I get through it without getting too worn out. Playing for church in the morning will be a little more involved, but I think I can, I think I can- with His help I will. Hope you continue to do well. Peace.

Thank you so much. My surgery is Monday and I need all of the prayers I can get. I feel exactly like you do. All of this is in God's hands. I am at peace with all of my changes coming up. He will see me through. This is about getting healthy....As far as you leaning towards RNY....put it in God's hands. He will lead you in the right direction.

It is Friday and my surgery was on Monday. I FINALLY got out of the house and went to a few garage sales with a friend this morning and two hours later I was wiped out. I haev to say my pain is really just fine. I think it takes some time to get your energy back though. I would recommend easing back into work a few hours at a time if you have any control over that.