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Lori B.
on 10/10/03 4:42 am - West Des Moines, IA

Hi everybody- After reading this messageboard for a couple months, I'm finally joining in! My surgery date is Nov. 19. I am very excited, but also nervous. -Lori A. West Des Moines, IA

Deb and Jason P.
on 10/10/03 4:46 am - Des Moines, IA

RNY on 09/12/03

Welcome Lori...we must be on at the same time...you just posted this

I had Dr. Schwartz too. My husband and I had no complications and he's very good. Good Luck and enjoy the board! We're happy to have you! Deb Paul

Dawn P.
on 10/10/03 6:45 am - Duncombe, IA

RNY on 07/10/03

I'm soo glad you decided to join us lori! My name is Dawn Phillips and I had my surgery July 10th and have lost 57 lbs. I started at 304 and am now at 247. If you have any questions or anything PLEASE dont hesitate to ask. Everyone here is and has been so helpful ... you've found yourself a place full of angels.

~~Dawn Phillips

michelle57
on 10/10/03 12:16 pm - Cedar Rapids, IA

Hi Lori! Glad you decided to join us. My RNY was 08/11/03 and I have lost about 50# and a total of 28" so far. Will be looking forward to seeing more of your posts.