Glad I found this place

A friend *****cently had WLS recommended this site. I've checked out several others, but you guys seem to be the most cohesive and supportive group, and great resources for Illinois. Just wanted to say I'm glad I found this place. Terry

Welcome Terry! We have our spats from time to time, but what family doesn't? I hope you find this place to be as informative and supportive as I have! Hugz, Cathy

Thanks, Cathy, and it sounds like you had a great time on your date. I love hearing stories like that, please keep us up to date! Terry

Thanks Terry! I did have a wonderful time ... and I hope there will be more Do you have a surgery date yet? I was checking your profile and saw that you are going with Dr. Vaughn. I had a consult with him early on in my quest for WLS - he's such a cutie and I thought he did a great job explaining things. Good luck to you! Cathy

Cathy, I just started my psych eval, which sounds like it's going to take a month. But it's supposedly the only thing left that my Humana PPO needs, so I won't complain too much. I really like Dr. Vaughn, he had no problems with any of my questions, and it was apparent that he was still feeling bad about the one patient he had who died, due to heart complications. That spoke to me more than anything. I will try to keep my profile updated as things progress. I've been spending a lot of time reading about everyone's story and the books available out there. My friend was right, this place is the best. Terry

Ok one more message to ya then I'll leave ya alone lol... Be sure to keep on them about the insurance. Their ins. department at the main headquarters was swampped when I was trying to go through there so just call often to check where things are and make sure things are going to the right places. Again, good luck to you with everything! Cathy

Thanks, Cathy, that's good advice. Ours is through Chrysler, which is like it's own little entity. I was surprised that I was approved so quickly, and something tells me that it will be a battle somewhere along the line. I'll keep plugging, though. Terry

Welcome Terry. This is the best and most informative board I have found. The people are great.

Thanks, Michelle. Everyone here seems to be really rooting for each other, and I like the atmosphere. Terry

Terry, Welcome. You will find this place invaluable. I know i have. Everyone does ralley around each other. Good luck on your journey and can't wait to hear when your surgery is. Giovanna -9 and counting