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Topic: RE: Garrrett Wellness
I managed to contact the dietican @ 604-278-9711 ext 4111
im rescheduled to nov 17. Now i need the OT appt rescheduled
im rescheduled to nov 17. Now i need the OT appt rescheduled
Topic: RE: Garrrett Wellness
they have temporarily moved into the RGH in the cardiac rehab dept. not sure if they have a different number. Nooshin did tell me that while they are there she wouldn't have any help so they may not have anyone taking the phone calls right now. Have you tried emailing nooshin directly to get her to change your appt??? Here's her email if you don't already have it [email protected] I hope that's the right email, that's the one that she gave me and I have never tried it. Good luck to you, Jayna
Topic: Garrrett Wellness
Help!
Ive been trying to contact GWC but calls are not answered and seem neither are my msgs im wondering is there another number i should be calling? I need to change my appts with OT & Dietican
Topic: RE: Medications Post-op?
Thanks guys.
I saw Nooshin today and she suggested I talk to a doctor. Different things get absorbed at different points throughout our digestive system, so I need to look into it further to see if I can find out whether it's absorbed in the stomach or intestines etc.
But it does sound like I may need to move from the extended release to the regular medication. I'll keep ya posted.
I saw Nooshin today and she suggested I talk to a doctor. Different things get absorbed at different points throughout our digestive system, so I need to look into it further to see if I can find out whether it's absorbed in the stomach or intestines etc.
But it does sound like I may need to move from the extended release to the regular medication. I'll keep ya posted.
Topic: RE: Medications Post-op?
Hi, I take Wellbutrin every day and when I saw Dr. Sidhu I asked him about continuing it after surgery. He told me that it would not be a problem and they will just monitor things to determine if an adjustment in the dosage is needed. He explained that everyone will absorb it differently and they can't tell ahead of time how it will be affected by the surgery. He said that it may mean that I have to go away from the long acting form that I take once daily to one that is taken more often so that I can absorb more of it. Apparently the surgery (RNY) can decrease the amount that you absorb to the point that changes are needed. You shouldn't have a problem after surgery but keep a close eye on the symptoms that you had and let your doc know so that things can be adjusted as needed. Good luck to you, Jayna
Topic: RE: Medications Post-op?
The first couple of weeks need to be liquid, chewable, or disolvable under your tongue. Some can be crushed. Nooshin will give you a list of what you will need and guide you through the process, depending on your needs, All aspirin products must be stopped 14 days before surgery, and all vitamins and herbals, including herbal teas, must be stopped 10 days before surgery. There are a few other restrictions too, but you will receive most of your instructions at your pre-op appointment at Richmond Hospital, and the rest from Nooshin.
Hope this helps, Barb
Hope this helps, Barb
Topic: Medications Post-op?
Hey everyone,
I'm wondering about how my body will absorb medication after surgery. I take Effexor and want to continue taking it after surgery (since it's been very helpful for me). Has anyone had any problems with continuing necessary medications after surgery?
I'm wondering about how my body will absorb medication after surgery. I take Effexor and want to continue taking it after surgery (since it's been very helpful for me). Has anyone had any problems with continuing necessary medications after surgery?
Topic: RE: I Get to join the Date Club
Hi Linda:
I am so happy for you because I know how hard you have been working for this day. I hope to see you again, when you come back for your next appointments. I can help you out with whatever you need me for.
Barb Friesen
I am so happy for you because I know how hard you have been working for this day. I hope to see you again, when you come back for your next appointments. I can help you out with whatever you need me for.
Barb Friesen
Topic: RE: I HAVE A DATE!
Congrats.... that's a super way to celebrate Halloween. And you can start planning your costume for next year when you dress up as a skinny minnie...lol
Lynn
Lynn
Quien quiera pescado que se moje el culo
Dec. 2010 weight 355, surgery weight 292 Current weight 199
Dec. 2010 weight 355, surgery weight 292 Current weight 199
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