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Topic: RE: Duodenal Switch - roll call!
That's about a mile from my house! If you could add me to the FB group that would be great. I'll send you a link to my profile right now. 
Topic: RE: Dr. Michael Schwartz patients
I was not a patient of his, but I did have surgery from his partner. Their team is wonderful. You can chose St Joseph hospital in St Paul or Abbott in Minneapolis. Dr Swartz had the surgery so he is so aware of your needs and feelings. I met him at a pre-surgery info session.
Pre and after care is a bit different depending on the hospital/team. I went to Abbott and they took great care of me. I prefer the St Joseph support meetings, but you can attend those no matter where you have the surgery. I attend both of them at various times.
I opinion that you would be happy with Dr Swartz.
Pre and after care is a bit different depending on the hospital/team. I went to Abbott and they took great care of me. I prefer the St Joseph support meetings, but you can attend those no matter where you have the surgery. I attend both of them at various times.
I opinion that you would be happy with Dr Swartz.
55# Lost pre Surgery on 2/15/10, 100+ # lost post surgery
Topic: RE: Duodenal Switch - roll call!
I am one! And as Stella said, there's a meetup third Monday of every month Perkins 494 & France. And if you're on FB, there's a FB. LEt me know if you want me to add you.
-EJ 
"If television's a babysitter, the Internet is a drunk librarian who won't shut up." -cat and girl
5'6" HW 325 / SW 317 / CW 214 / First Goal 190 | Century Club 09/19/2011
"If television's a babysitter, the Internet is a drunk librarian who won't shut up." -cat and girl
5'6" HW 325 / SW 317 / CW 214 / First Goal 190 | Century Club 09/19/2011
Topic: Dr. Michael Schwartz patients
Hi guys, is anyone on here a current or former patient of Dr. Schwartz? What are your thoughts on him if you are? Thanks!
Topic: RE: Duodenal Switch - roll call!
I will be having the DS in march and I know there is a minnesota DS'ers facebook page and a group of them meet up once a month down by 494 and france.
Topic: RE: Monday morning weigh-in--Stay on track this holiday!
Even pre-op I never had a problem over eating at parties. I'm such a blabbermouth that I'm usually too busy socializing to bother with the food. However if I am hosting the holiday party I have to deal with all the leftovers in the fridge later. That's what can get me in trouble.
Since I am a recent post-op eating anything naughty will probably result in me running to the bathroom to hurl 15 minutes later... looking all pale and tired. LOL! My strategy this year is to drink a protein shake right before the parties, then there won't be room for more than a nibble of anything.
Since I am a recent post-op eating anything naughty will probably result in me running to the bathroom to hurl 15 minutes later... looking all pale and tired. LOL! My strategy this year is to drink a protein shake right before the parties, then there won't be room for more than a nibble of anything.
Topic: RE: Starting to Re-build Me
I agree with Darla, depends on your age. I am 45 and just had my surgery 2 mos. ago. I can't even think about tweaking my boobs or other parts for at least 18 mos. That will put me at 47... which isn't too far from 50. I'm not sure if I'll feel it's worth it at that point, however I might change my mind. Ask me again this time next year. ;-D
However if I was under 40 I would definitely go for it. Good luck with your upcoming surgery. Post again in a couple of weeks. We want all the gory details! LOL!
However if I was under 40 I would definitely go for it. Good luck with your upcoming surgery. Post again in a couple of weeks. We want all the gory details! LOL!
Topic: Duodenal Switch - roll call!
Hi folks! I'm a recent post-op with the DS surgery. I've been going to the Burnsville/Eagan Saturday morning coffees for the past month and thoroughly enjoy them! They've helped me a lot. However I have yet to met any other local DS'ers. Surely there must be some of you out there???
I'll start... I'm Julie. I had my DS 9 weeks ago (a newbie). I'm down 52 lbs since my surgery on 09/30/11. Back in Sept. my blood pressure was 195/108 (call an ambulance!). This morning it was 139/85 and I haven't even taken my BP meds yet today. Much better!
Would love to hear from other Minnesota DS'ers. Anyone?
I'll start... I'm Julie. I had my DS 9 weeks ago (a newbie). I'm down 52 lbs since my surgery on 09/30/11. Back in Sept. my blood pressure was 195/108 (call an ambulance!). This morning it was 139/85 and I haven't even taken my BP meds yet today. Much better!
Would love to hear from other Minnesota DS'ers. Anyone?
Topic: RE: Starting to Re-build Me
Good for you, Amy!
I was observing my sad, droopy self in the mirror this morning. There's no way I could BEGIN to afford any work, and if Santa brought me a ginormous bag full of cash, I'm not sure I'd put myself through it at this point, anyway. I'll be 50 soon - and even tho my 48DD's have become 40 LONGs, I'm not sure "perky" would suit me. Besides - if I did it, then my thighs would look ridiculous, my batwings out of place, and my flubbery belly just ODD. I won't even mention my unmentionable part - it's just sad. At least the way I am, I match.
I look good with my clothes on. I guess I'll have to settle for that. But if I was your age? Damn straight I'd want a little work done!
YOU GO, GIRL!!!
(oYo) 
I was observing my sad, droopy self in the mirror this morning. There's no way I could BEGIN to afford any work, and if Santa brought me a ginormous bag full of cash, I'm not sure I'd put myself through it at this point, anyway. I'll be 50 soon - and even tho my 48DD's have become 40 LONGs, I'm not sure "perky" would suit me. Besides - if I did it, then my thighs would look ridiculous, my batwings out of place, and my flubbery belly just ODD. I won't even mention my unmentionable part - it's just sad. At least the way I am, I match.
I look good with my clothes on. I guess I'll have to settle for that. But if I was your age? Damn straight I'd want a little work done!
YOU GO, GIRL!!!
(oYo)
Imperfect does not = unsuccessful
Topic: RE: Monday morning weigh-in--Stay on track this holiday!
The buffet parties - yep, I'm with you!
I tend not to eat before I go, just because I do enjoy the variety at the majority of the parties. But, I do put enough protein varities on my plate to make it interesting, a veggie or two for color, and then one little scoop of a salad/pasta/potato item. Save the dessert for later figuring if I get engaged in enough conversations, I'll lose interest in the dessert(s).
I also munch salty/carb laden things when I drink socially, so I try to avoid it by designating my self as the driver that night.
It is a time to enjoy the company of others above all else, though. I try to remember that and the fact that even if the people at the party don't know I was a previous MO person, we are all examples to eachother. People still observe what you eat. Let that be a motivator. I have been to a party where I watched someone consume a plate full of food only to run to the bathroom and come back looking pale and tired. No thanks! It's not worth it to me. Moderation is still the key. And social situations typically drive me to eat better anyhow.
Best of luck!
I tend not to eat before I go, just because I do enjoy the variety at the majority of the parties. But, I do put enough protein varities on my plate to make it interesting, a veggie or two for color, and then one little scoop of a salad/pasta/potato item. Save the dessert for later figuring if I get engaged in enough conversations, I'll lose interest in the dessert(s).
I also munch salty/carb laden things when I drink socially, so I try to avoid it by designating my self as the driver that night.
It is a time to enjoy the company of others above all else, though. I try to remember that and the fact that even if the people at the party don't know I was a previous MO person, we are all examples to eachother. People still observe what you eat. Let that be a motivator. I have been to a party where I watched someone consume a plate full of food only to run to the bathroom and come back looking pale and tired. No thanks! It's not worth it to me. Moderation is still the key. And social situations typically drive me to eat better anyhow.
Best of luck!
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