Just moved to Chicgo-need info

Hi All, I just moved to Chicago. I am living and working in the O'Hare area. I had surgery 3/16 at Barix in Columbus. I was wondering if anyone had a good suggestion for a good WLS friendly PCP some where in this area.I am due back in Columbus for my three month check and I'll need to get bloodwork done in the next few weeks or so. I am also looking for a good support group. I am so happy to be here in Chicago...but I've had a lot of change in the past few months and I want to make sure I stay on the right track. terry

Hi Terry, Did you know that there is a Barix clinic in belvidere IL its probably only 45 min from ohare. Maybe you could go there instead of all the way to ohio. Lori

HI Lori, My sugeon in Columbus asked me to come back to him for the three month just to make sure everything was okay. Then, I think he will release me to go to the Illinois Barix which will be nice. I am trying to sell my house in Columbus so it actually will be a good idea to go back and check on it as well as go to my appointment. I have not figured it all out yet but Belvidere seems much more convenient. I hope the surgeons are as nice as they are in Columbus!I had a really good experience. Terry

Lori.........We are starting a support group in Roselle..........any interest?? We are having an open house on the 16th and also having a protein sample party......Let me know if you care to join us....Patti

Hi Patti, I'm interested in a support group. What time of day would it be. I go back to work the28th. I work nights. Let me know what time and where and I'll let you know if I can make it. Lori

Just wanted to say WELCOME to the Windy City! You arrived at the best time of the year for outdoor fun! Read your profile. Congrats on all of your WLS success!

Thank you Wendy I am looking for ward to staying here for a while!Terrry

Hi Terry and welcome to Chicago.. There are a number of groups in your area .. Where in the O'Hare area do you live? My group meets at Alexian Brothers in Arlington Heights (off Biesterfield Rd) and it's open to anyone for a $10 co-pay (it's run by a either a registered MFCC or our psychologist, depending on which day you go.. it's pretty awesome). Arlington Heights is probably about 5 or 10 minutes from O'Hare.. depending on where you are. As for a WLS friendly PCP.. since you already had it, does your PCP need to be in support of it? Just a thought.. your PCP should deal with all your medical concerns, regardless of how they got there.. and unfortunately, I can't recommend anyone since my PCP is in Oak Park (he's great, by the way.. but he's in Oak Park.. that's about 20min towards the city from O'Hare). If you are interested in any further information about either, just click the email button at the bottom and let me know. Stef Lap RNY 11/12/04 390-> 295-> 175

Terry.. I just read your profile.. and I noticed some things that make me wonder.. Do you work for OfficeMax? Stef