I am nine months post op. Had surgery on June 4th 2003. It was the best thing I have ever done for myself and I thank God everyday. I started out at 292 lbs and now weigh 152 lbs. I want to thank Dr. Murr for giving me a second chance in life.

Congratulations! You reminded me that I too have had my nine month anniversary! Life is wonderful! Hugs, Lisa

I am 9 months out and a bit nervous about how much I can eat too! I lost 120 pounds and have slightly plateaued, but still losing a couple of punds a month. I actually ate a half a rack of ribs when I went out to eat last week! I can eat a personal sized Pizza Hut pizza (cheese, not the meat one). This is where the bypass saves us, since we do not absorb all the calories of what we eat!!

Last Friday I had my follow-up with Dr Bolar (my surgery was 6/02/03). I told him I was happy as a clam with my weight, even tho I've only lost 1 (ONE) pound since the middle of December. He told me that many patients his a plateau 6-8 months out for several months. He told me he'd be surprised if the loss had actually stopped. I swear, I've lost 2.5 pounds since the (that time of the month just finished, and I used to lose then). All this is to say, don't worry; I've lost 90 lbs now and will be happy with any extra I can lose. After all, it hasn't been that long since June, really. And when was the last time you lost this much weight this fast? Hee Hee. I love my life!

Your list is great.........I agree with all of them. I had my surgery June 3rd, 2003, open, and as of yesterday I have lost 148 pounds......I am thrilled. I do worrry about if I have streatched my pouch............I go back to see my doctor next week. I get hungry now and can eat. Look forward to hearing from you. Judy