http://www.mexicobariatriccenter.com/weight-loss-surgery-options/

I know there is tons of information out there on the internet, but I found this comparison page and thought it was great for an item by item comparison of the different surgeries that are out there.  Of course, only two are offered in Manitoba, but it's still good to know your options and how these two surgeries stack up against others.

the facebook groups are set to secret so i can not add anyone by email.i tried.if you are friends on facebook with other members from here then thye can add youif not please send me a message and then i can add you to my friends list and add you to the group

I have just returned from VSG surgery after being on the waiting list here in Manitoba for 2 years. I am so overwhelmed with joy and excitement! I want to share my story with everyone. If you would like to have coffee and discuss why you don't need to wait any longer message me. I would love to help. 

I can't tell you how this has begun to change my life.... Or maybe I can ;)

You're welcome! I was on the waiting list just to get in the information session since 2010. Some don't wait that long, it depends on certain criteria to meet.  My bmi was 60, and at the time I was referred, the bmi criteria was 47 and under. That was hard as I had already lost 100 Ibs and I had to lose close to another 100Ibs. They have since increased it to bmi 55 and also now accept men into the program and increased the age limit from 55 to 65 years of age. Every ones wait times are different, don't get discouraged. I'm now under bmi 55, just the walking part is my next challenge. I used to love walking, but now its cumbersome, with each step forward, it will be loved again! All the best.

I had my first appointment with the kinesiologist at the Vic yesterday.. I have limited mobility and was told of a new criteria that the program may implement. That patients will be required to do a 6 minute walking test, non-stop. Walking is very important after surgery to prevent blood clots and pneumonia. Since I was accepted into the program before this new criteria, they suggested that I be held back and the rest of my first appointments were cancelled yesterday. I'm totally fine with this decision. The kinesiologist has set some small goals to get me walking. I can walk but not far. I can use my walker for the test. So if you have limited mobility, be prepared.