Hello everyone.. New to Obesityhelp..Going through testing..Live in Groton..

Hello everyone, I have been browsing the site and finally signed up. I had my consult and I am going through testing. Only have two more left then off to sugury for me. I am hoping to connect with some people in the area and would love some support and guidance. I will try and get my page up and going. I really enjoyed reading everyones pages and I am ready to become a part of the losing team. Lisa My email is [email protected]

Lisa You have come to the right place for support in CT! This is a great group of people. What doctor will be doing your surgery? Do not hesitate to ask any questions! \ Joanie

Hi Lisa, I am from Waterford and would like to be your friend and help you if you need my help about this surgery. Who is your doctor? Welcome to our CT Message Board and we are all family here and do have event Gathering parties to get together. Congrat for your beginning Jorney from this processing for this surgery. Hugs Kathy K

Lisa, Welcome! We are an awesome group of folks here, if I must say so myself Let us know if we can help in any way. JA

Hi Lisa, I am from Groton also, I'd like to know who you doctor is too. You can also try the New London County support group which meets at L&M hospital once a month. The next one is August 10 at 6pm. I am going to try and be there, some of the people here will be there. You can contact me anytime. Pam

Hello from one Lisa to another Lisa! Welcome to our little community. We're GLAD to have you here. Please feel free to let us all know what you might need. I'm happy to provide support and advice any time. Just drop me a line. We'll be so pleased to read your story once you fill out your profile a bit. Please be sure to indicate who your surgeon is too! Best wishes for success, Lisa C

Hey there Lisa, Welcome to our family here at the CT WLS Board. You came to the right place to meet lots of wonderful people. We have all been there and everyone here is very caring and supportive through this journey your about to take. Whenever you have a question, concern, or just want to chat contact me or anyone else here and instantly you will get a response. Believe me, I have made alot of wonderful friends on this site, and I love them all. Your making the right decision and your journey to the losing side will be a great one. If you ever need a friend don't hesitate to contact me at any time, I am a good listener and a great shoulder when needed. You take care and good luck with all you are doing. WELCOME AGAIN TO THE FAMILY!!!!!!!!!!! Hugs KimC

Hi, Lisa! Welcome to the CT message board! This is a wonderful group of people...very supportive...extremely helpful...I don't know how I would have gotten through the past 11 months without them. Don't hesitate to ask us anything that's on your mind...we're here for you. Who's your surgeon? Debby

I want to thank everyone for all your kind words and offers of support. I will be reaching out to all of you real soon. I have my second appointment with my surgeon August 23 and I am hoping to get a date. I only have two tests left to complete and the appointments are already scheduled for 8/10 and 8/16. So I will have everything done by the time I see the doc. I am hoping for a September date. The doctor said the process should move along fairly quickly since I had most of my testing done by other docs before I had even gotten to his office due to other medical problems. I started on vitamins and started changing my diet already. I am cutting out the soda and changed to crystal light. My biggest challenge was to quit smoking. Has anyone had this problem before surgery? Dr. Tishler said I was a good candidate for Lap RNY and he would only change to open if necessary. Has anyone been on oxycontin before surgery? If so, how was it handled? Thanking everyone again, Lisa