New Kid on the Block

Hello Everyone, I am considering the WLS also....I had my consultation on 1/8/04 (Dr. Wynn's Office) which went very well. I am 36 y/o weighing in @ 398 lbs. ...I highest weight I've ever been.....But I am quite SCARED in the new journey....So any support well be greatly appreciated.....and if anyone knows any types of support groups? But I think I may run into a insurance problem with Conventy I hear they don't approve this type of surgery.....I am fairly healthy otherwise beside overweight and high Blood Pressure....I just need some guidence from some experts here in my home town.....What to expect? Where do I go from here? Please help! Thanks. Snuggles R.

Hi Snuggles! Welcome welcome! Glad you had your consultation, that's a biggie out of the way right there. As far as support groups go you have stumbled on to possibly the best group of people on the planet ( ok so I'm biased ) There is a monthly support group meeting at PMRI..that's the place you will be going to have some of your pre-op work ups done..nutrition class, nurse practitioner, psychologist etc ) We have also set up another site on MSN if you are interested in joining. I have the support group meeting schedule posted there. http://groups.msn.com/PMRIWLSFriends/_whatsnew.msnw Please don't hesitate to ask questions, everyone will be more than happy to help. Linda

Welcome, Snuggles. I mailed you on the msn site, too. I am also from New Castle. Can't wait to meet you.

Welcome SnugglesR !! This is an awesome way to get support and information. Good luck in your journey. Tina

Thanks so much for your kind words.

Hi Ya Snuggles!!! Welcome aboard! This is a great bunch around here. So if you are looking for support ... you sure found the right place!!! Again, welcome!!!

Hi, Snuggles... Welcome to the fam! You'll find us to be a pretty awesome group (OK, I'm biased like Linda!) lol No, really, this is a fantastic group of people here and I couldn't see moving forward in my journey as successfully without them! Good luck with your own journey!! And again, welcome. (((hugs))) -Karen

Welcome Snuggles. Ask questions, wWe're here to answer. Some of us are pre-op and some post-op. We all have different insurances. If we can't answer you we'll let you know who can. Welcome to the most generous, kindest group of people that will help you in your journey. ((HUGS)) Elissa