Here is an update for the schdule:
Magical Journeys Conference
May 20 to 22, 2005
Friday


1:00 - 4:00 PM Support Group Leader Training, you must RSVP to Monica to attend

General Session in the Grand Ballroom
2:00 - 4:00 PM Vendor setup time
4:00 - 6:00 PM General Registration
4:00 - 10:00 PM Vendors are open for you to visit
7:00 - 11:00 PM Welcome by Bo McCoy and Dr. Monica Ganz.
"Tea Party Reception"
Post op Panel - Hear some incredible stories.
Royal Court candidates introductions. Have you entered?
Virginia Alexander
Sharon Lindsey - Introduction of "MOMS"
Kelli Dunham, WLS Obesity Comedian




Saturday

General Session in the Grand Ballroom
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Vendors are open for you to visit
8:00 - 9:00 AM General registration
8:30 - 9:00 AM Welcome - Introduction of ObesityHelp staff
Crowning of the royal court and special instructions.
9:00 - 9:25 AM AHS Hospitals "Presentations by surgical staff"
9:25 - 10:00 AM Dr. Monica Ganz - Learning to Think Thin

10:15 - 11:00 AM Breakout session choose one of 9 classes.

Ashton Kate Alie, Dietitian
Dunhill Brenda Goldschmidt and Terri Freshley
Stanton Darcie Edelkraut
Fine Dining Shante Schasa
Harriman Dr. Alexander Abkin, Bariatric surgeon, AHS Morrison
Garden Room Dr. Rose and Dr. Elkwood, The Plastic Surgery Center
Bently VALERIE WOOD, MSW, LSW
Ball room Salon AB Susan Maria Leach
Ball room Salon CD Dr. Shin


General Sesson in the Grand Ballroom
11:15 - 12:20 Surgeon Panel all surgeons invited to join the panel.

12:30 - 1:45PM Lunch reception


2:00 - 2:45 PM Breakout session choose one of 11 classes.

Bently Dr. Gabriel, Bariatric Surgeon
Harriman Dr. Shin, Bariatric Surgeon
Garden Room Steve Colarossi
Ashton Valerie Renee' Campbell
Dunhill Gary Visco, Esq.
Stanton Debra Freschl, R.D.
Penn Kelly Iorillo, Nutritionalist
Brown Dr. Shawn Garber, Baraitric Surgeon, ObesityHelp Advisory Team
Fine Dining Dr. Don Revis, Plastic Surgeon
Ball room Salon AB Jude Milner MA, LCSW, CPT
Ball room Salon CD Neil Friedman, RN, RPSGT


3:00 - 3:45 PM Breakout session III [Choose one of 11 classes]

Bently Lauralyn Bellamy, Weight loss Coach and Lifestyle Coaching.
Harriman Diane Hendrick, R.D.
Garden Room Bill Diehl, VP Operations Vitamist
Ashton Dr. Terry Simpson, Bariatric Surgeon
Dunhill Neil Friedman, RN, RPSGT
Stanton Dr. Daniel L. Stickler, MD
Penn Kenneth J. Storch, M.D., Ph.D., AHS Morrison
Brown Michele Kofman, MA, MPH
Fine Dining Bo McCoy
Ball room Salon AB Susan Maria Leach
Ball room Salon CD Dr. Gould



4:00 - 4:45 PM Amy Williams
4:45 - 5:00 PM The PS Center - Dr. Michael Rose and Dr. Andrew Elkwood
4:00 - 6:00 PM The King and Queen are getting a make over for the Ball with Virginia Alexander
5:00 - 5:15 PM Close and drawings
5:15 - 7:30 PM Break for Dinner


6:00 - 7:30 PM Royal Court Dinner by invitation only

The Royal Ball in the Grand Ballroom
7:30 - 11:00 PM Seating of the Royal Court
Reception and music




Sunday

General Session in theGrand Ballroom
8:00 AM Vendors setup and ready
9:00 - 9:30 AM Dr. Terry Simpson, Bariatric Surgeon, ObesityHelp Advisory Team
9:30 - 10:00AM Bill Diehl
10:00 - 11:00 AM Virginia Alexander
9:45 - 10:00 AM Special instructions and information

10:15 - 11:00 AM Breakout session I [Choose from 8 breakout classes]

Bently Gary Visco, Esq.
Harriman Dr. Don Revis, Plastic Surgeon
Garden Room AHS Morrison "Surgeon speakers"
Ashton Darcie Edelkraut
Dunhill Amy Williams
Stanton Dr. Reid, Ed.D. and Marine Jourdan
Penn Brenda Goldschmidt
Brown Dr. Rose and Dr. Elkwood, The Plastic Surgery Center
Fine Dining Bill Diehl
Ball room Salon AB Susan Maria Leach
Ball room Salon CD Dr. Joseph Kamelgard, Bariatric Surgeon

General Session in the Grand Ballroom
11:15 - Noon Susan Maria - Key Note Address
12:00 - 12:15 PM
12:15 - 1:15 PM Lunch reception
1:30 - 2:00 Grand announcement and magical farewells.


There is still room so sign up now and we look forward to seeing you there.
Monica Ganz, Ph.D.
Director of Events and Chapters

In an effort to ensure that all our members are well informed about our Magical Journey Conference May 20 - 22, 2005, ObesityHelp will be hosting a one hour question and answer chat session, Monday, May 9, 2005, 7 p.m. eastern standard time/ 4 p.m. pacific standard time.

Our special guest will be Christina Mathia, Co-Founder of SlenderTouch Compression Garments. SlenderTouch garments have been described by many as "instant plastic surgery." The garments allow those members who are in transition along the weight-loss journey to hide those areas unsightly bulges caused by excess skin and fat. The garments are also prescribed by many physicians post-surgical procedures to help with posture, healing, and wound closure.


The chat room will be open 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the chat. At that time, the moderator will start taking questions in preparation for when the surgeon arrives.

At the top of this page, you will see the announcement that the chat is in progress. Click on that banner and it will route you to the surgeon chat room. Once you log in, you can type out your questions in the free form area provided and hit enter. Your question will have been submitted to the Moderator and will be answered by Christina Mathia in the order in which it was received.

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact [email protected] or [email protected]

Thank you,
ObesityHelp Staff

Hi,
Just touching base with all of our Alaska bound passengers. We are getting ready, are you? We are putting the schedule together and discussing the details with the cruise line. There is going to be so much to see, do and learn on this educational vacation.
This is the last week to book your trip - so don't miss the ship. It's not too late.
Come join us as we see Bo marry his lovely bride on July 31st.
Looking forward to seeing you on the ship!
Monica Ganz, Ph.D.
Director of Events and Chapters
866 957-4636 x 385

Hey Gang, Miss Carolyn called me this morning and said to please telll EVERYONE how much she appreciated the prayers, love, and concern. She is taking the list of Docs that do WLS on elderly patients to her PCP and have him refer her to one! Thanks, gang, at the very least you gave one sweet, sweet lady hope and at the most, you helped save her life!!! Ya'll are the greatest! Smoochies Arlies

ObesityHelp is looking for the East Coast King and Queen - This could be you! The search is on... Here is how YOU can be included in our search:
* Have an updated profile on ObesityHelp
* Must be attending the East Coast Event on May 20-22, 2005
* You can still register to be included:
* http://www.obesityhelpevents.com/2005-newjersey.html
* To enter you must write a short paragraph at the top of your profile stating why you should be Queen or King of the East Coast Convention.

* Then you must e-mail a copy of that paragraph along with the following:
[ ] Name
[ ] Profile name
[ ] URL of your profile
[ ] Date of surgery - or prospected date of surgery
[ ] Highest weight
[ ] Current weight
[ ] Phone number
[ ] Your E-mail address
[ ] E-Mail it all to:
[email protected]
Please put in subject line KING and QUEEN Contest.

DEADLINE FOR ALL ENTRIES IS MAY 15, 2005 - AT 6 PM PST

Then sit back and get ready to be crowned and treated like Royalty.
* The contest is open to all who attend.
* ObesityHelp will choose the finalist who will be announced Friday night.
* Your peers will vote for the King and Queen on Friday night. Winner will be announced Saturday morning. Winner must be in attendance.

The King and Queen will receive a number of gifts and recognition in honor of them being crowned our 2005 King and Queen of the ObesityHelp East Coast National Convention.

Saturday night we will honor our King and Queen with a Royal Ball. So dust off your formal wear and get ready for a Royal time.

Hope to see all of you soon.
Monica Ganz, Ph.D.
Director of Events and Chapters