Hi William Yes, ABSOLUTELY! There are MANY men who've had the surgery in my in-person support group through my surgeon's office. I'd say 60% are women and 40% are men from the group. You are lucky in that men tend to lose MUCH faster than women and tend to retain more muscle with their loss. As for getting started, I would suggest checking the listings here on ObesityHelp.com for surgeons in your area. Then start calling them and find out who accepts your insurance. Having a PCP also certainly helps. You can also check out one of the many online support groups through YahooGroups such as Gastric_Bypass_Family at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/gastric_bypass_family . Wishing you lots of success in your journey! Caroline

Hi Tracey! Way to go on your weight loss thus far and for getting through the surgery ok! I am about 6 1/2 weeks post-op and so far I've lost 40 lbs. It feels SO good!

Sondra, I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling crummy, but from what I've heard from others, each day is a new day and you'll be feeling stronger soon. You had quite a bit of work done, it's no wonder your energy level is a little lower than some others. Good for you - taking the time (and using energy) to vent when you need to! Donna

Paula, My surgery (lap RNY with gall bladder) was May 20th. Since then I have lost nearly 40 lbs. I even mowed the lawn today - first time I could in years. I'm not hungry, don't even want to "share" when the kids bring home McDonalds or pizzas. To be honest, If I had know that the surgery would be this easy, and this effective, I would have done it several years ago. I am off all of my fluid pills and blood pressure medications, and my blood sugar is back to normal without medication. I don't know if this qualifies as a "God send", but it definitly has been a life saver! Good luck, Diane

Does anyone know if there are ever BTC reunions in Illinois? And if there are how do we join a list or even maybe get help starting one??? Can someone let me know.