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Topic: RE: Need support in Jackson area
Hi Chris. Yes, everyone is welcomed at CMMC support groups. It starts at 5:30pm for post-ops and then at 7pm is the support group. The 5:30pm meeting is with a licensed psychologist for post-op issues and such. The 7pm meeting is for everyone; pre-op and post-op to answer questions and meet others in the same boat. The meeting is the second Tuesday of each month at the CMMC medical office.
Karine
Karine
Topic: OH Houston Event November 5-6, 2010
Hello from OH Events! It’s time again to join your friends at an OH event and kick up your heels! We have so much fun at the events, reconnecting with old friends and meeting new friends we may have met on the boards! We learn together, laugh together and sometimes even dance together! Come show off and be a part of our member fashion show. Bring a friend or family member…we encourage everyone to join us. This year we are proud to bring back our main stage speakers who are joining us to provide you with the tools and inspiration you need to get on track or stay on track! Gather your friends for free photos to take home at our sponsored photo booth!
Speakers Include:
TLC's Big Medicine: Dr. Garth Davis Dr. Davis has opened the new Davis Clinic, with a comprehensive weight management program to treat the disease of obesity. On stage at this conference, he will help us understand why the foods we eat make us gain weight. Meet Dr. Davis at his exhibit table, where his book, The Expert’s Guide to Weight Loss Surgery will be on sale.
TLC's Big Medicine: Mary Jo Rapini. LPC Mary Jo is passionate about helping you know how to strengthen your relationships, and she will Wow you with her presentation! This year, Mary Jo’s presentation is about Getting your Mojo back, and yes, she does get a little spicy! She is the author of Is God Pink? Dying to Heal and co-author of Start Talking: A Girl’s Guide for You and Your Mom About Health, Sex or Whatever.
Dave Fouts, Bariatric Chef Chef Davehas a passion to help bariatric patients overcome their challenges with food choices following surgery. Being a post op himself, he focuses on teaching people how to shop and cook healthy recipes and how to make wise choices while eating out. Since he and his wife have two children at home, Chef Dave is dedicating much of his time fighting childhood obesity and is developing school lunch programs in Oklahoma that will contribute to healthier lifestyles. His newest cook book will be available for purchase.
Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Dr. Stapletonis a licensed psychologist and owner of Mind/Body Health Services in Augusta, GA. She is an expert in recovery from addictions of all sorts, and her passion is the mental, physical and spiritual health of parents and families. Her book, Eat it Up! The Complete Mind/Body Guide to a Full Life Following Weight Loss Surgery will be available for purchase.
Dan Benintendi is an OH Support Group Leader, inspirational post-op and athlete. Dan shed morbid obesity and has since transformed his life. He lost 201 pounds in 14 months and has completed 10 triathlons. Dan's participation in races helps him raise money to assist with funding childhood obesity awareness programs and activities.
Annessa Chumbley, RD
is a dietician that specializes in working with bariatric patients. Annessa's approach is to encourage people to embrace wellness in every aspect of their lives. Her forte is creating healthy recipes, wellness presentations and cooking demos as part of her company, Flourish LLC . Annessa is also a published writer, OH professional blogger, public speaker and has a dynamic nutrition segment on CBS WISH-TV Indy Style.
Bo McCoy, WLS Post Op and Motivational Speaker Have you joined in one of Bo’s Conga lines yet? Bo is our host for events again this year, and he makes it his mission to get you motivated and out of your seat! We’re very pleased to have Bo again for 2010!
Additional speakers to be announced, check out the events page for updated information. Event Location: Hilton Houston Post Oak 2001 Post Oak Blvd Houston, TX 77056 Phone 713-961-9300 http://www.obesityhelp.com/events/houston-event-2010.html
Don't miss our great prizes: Visa Gift Cards! Exhibitor-donated gift baskets!
Regular Priced Admission is $60 Watch for discount codes online or ask your surgeon for his.
OH Support Group Members, check in with your local support group leader for their special group code. Get the best discount that is possible!
See the following leaders for details:
OH Leader: Sean Nichols
Screename: SEAN NIC
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/bldwshd_group/tab,0/page,1/#my_groups_main:1
OH Leader: Vivian Prouty
Screename: Vivian Prouty
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/lose_it_4_life_SG/tab,0/page,1/#my_groups_main:1
OH Leader: Faith Thomas
Screename: thomfai
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/thomfai_group/tab,0/page,1/#my_groups_main:1
OH Leader: Dan Benintendi
Screename: DANCBJAMMIN
OH Group Link:
www.obesityhelp.com/group/Post_Op_PRs/
OH Leader: Paige Eckenfels
Screename: paige65
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/ljv/discussion/
OH Leader: Angela Brown
Screename: Ansampson
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/HIP/
OH Leader: Debbie Yohman
Screename: debyo84
OH Group Link:
OH Leader: Linda Martin
Screename: lindashelly
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/BELIEVE
OH Leader: AmyJo Johnson
Screename: Amyjo22
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/BELIEVE
OH Leader: Maryellen Ruggiero
Screename: pupagioia
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/LIPO/
OH Leader: Nichole Tedeschi
Screename: only1nik
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/harfordcountymd/
OH Leader: Deborah Turrell
Screename: DeborahT
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/kokomaui2000/
Click here to register!
Speakers Include:
TLC's Big Medicine: Dr. Garth Davis Dr. Davis has opened the new Davis Clinic, with a comprehensive weight management program to treat the disease of obesity. On stage at this conference, he will help us understand why the foods we eat make us gain weight. Meet Dr. Davis at his exhibit table, where his book, The Expert’s Guide to Weight Loss Surgery will be on sale.
TLC's Big Medicine: Mary Jo Rapini. LPC Mary Jo is passionate about helping you know how to strengthen your relationships, and she will Wow you with her presentation! This year, Mary Jo’s presentation is about Getting your Mojo back, and yes, she does get a little spicy! She is the author of Is God Pink? Dying to Heal and co-author of Start Talking: A Girl’s Guide for You and Your Mom About Health, Sex or Whatever.
Dave Fouts, Bariatric Chef Chef Davehas a passion to help bariatric patients overcome their challenges with food choices following surgery. Being a post op himself, he focuses on teaching people how to shop and cook healthy recipes and how to make wise choices while eating out. Since he and his wife have two children at home, Chef Dave is dedicating much of his time fighting childhood obesity and is developing school lunch programs in Oklahoma that will contribute to healthier lifestyles. His newest cook book will be available for purchase.
Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Dr. Stapletonis a licensed psychologist and owner of Mind/Body Health Services in Augusta, GA. She is an expert in recovery from addictions of all sorts, and her passion is the mental, physical and spiritual health of parents and families. Her book, Eat it Up! The Complete Mind/Body Guide to a Full Life Following Weight Loss Surgery will be available for purchase.
Dan Benintendi is an OH Support Group Leader, inspirational post-op and athlete. Dan shed morbid obesity and has since transformed his life. He lost 201 pounds in 14 months and has completed 10 triathlons. Dan's participation in races helps him raise money to assist with funding childhood obesity awareness programs and activities.
Annessa Chumbley, RD
is a dietician that specializes in working with bariatric patients. Annessa's approach is to encourage people to embrace wellness in every aspect of their lives. Her forte is creating healthy recipes, wellness presentations and cooking demos as part of her company, Flourish LLC . Annessa is also a published writer, OH professional blogger, public speaker and has a dynamic nutrition segment on CBS WISH-TV Indy Style.
Bo McCoy, WLS Post Op and Motivational Speaker Have you joined in one of Bo’s Conga lines yet? Bo is our host for events again this year, and he makes it his mission to get you motivated and out of your seat! We’re very pleased to have Bo again for 2010!
Additional speakers to be announced, check out the events page for updated information. Event Location: Hilton Houston Post Oak 2001 Post Oak Blvd Houston, TX 77056 Phone 713-961-9300 http://www.obesityhelp.com/events/houston-event-2010.html
Don't miss our great prizes: Visa Gift Cards! Exhibitor-donated gift baskets!
Regular Priced Admission is $60 Watch for discount codes online or ask your surgeon for his.
OH Support Group Members, check in with your local support group leader for their special group code. Get the best discount that is possible!
See the following leaders for details:
OH Leader: Sean Nichols
Screename: SEAN NIC
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/bldwshd_group/tab,0/page,1/#my_groups_main:1
OH Leader: Vivian Prouty
Screename: Vivian Prouty
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/lose_it_4_life_SG/tab,0/page,1/#my_groups_main:1
OH Leader: Faith Thomas
Screename: thomfai
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/thomfai_group/tab,0/page,1/#my_groups_main:1
OH Leader: Dan Benintendi
Screename: DANCBJAMMIN
OH Group Link:
www.obesityhelp.com/group/Post_Op_PRs/
OH Leader: Paige Eckenfels
Screename: paige65
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/ljv/discussion/
OH Leader: Angela Brown
Screename: Ansampson
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/HIP/
OH Leader: Debbie Yohman
Screename: debyo84
OH Group Link:
OH Leader: Linda Martin
Screename: lindashelly
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/BELIEVE
OH Leader: AmyJo Johnson
Screename: Amyjo22
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/BELIEVE
OH Leader: Maryellen Ruggiero
Screename: pupagioia
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/LIPO/
OH Leader: Nichole Tedeschi
Screename: only1nik
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/harfordcountymd/
OH Leader: Deborah Turrell
Screename: DeborahT
OH Group Link:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/kokomaui2000/
Click here to register!
Topic: RE: Need support in Jackson area
I don't know about CMMC as I had my surgery (RNY) at River Oaks in Flowood. I do know they have a support group there and I can't imaging anyone not being able to attend. I am very new to this as I had my surgery Tuesday (9-7-10), but I do intend on making the first support group in a week or so. Hope this helps. PS The crew at River Oaks are terrific and I am very sure will be more than happy to help.
Jimmy
Jimmy
Topic: RE: MEDICAID AND MEDICARE SURGEONS LIST!
Dr. R. Walker Byars, M.D., FACS
506 Azalea Drive
Oxford, MS 38655
phone: 662-234-4744 Fax: 662-234-4749
www.oxfordsurgical.com
506 Azalea Drive
Oxford, MS 38655
phone: 662-234-4744 Fax: 662-234-4749
www.oxfordsurgical.com
Topic: Need support in Jackson area
I am trying to get back on track after gaining 15 pounds (discovered this about a week ago). Thinking a support group might be a good thing. I had my sleeve surgery in Baton Rouge - so I am wondering if I can come to CMMC even though I didn't have my surgery there.
Please post a reply - would love to hear from people in the same boat as me.
Chris
Please post a reply - would love to hear from people in the same boat as me.
Chris
Topic: LOOKING FOR PLASTICS IN MS....
Hi Everyone...
I'm looking for some feedback on Ms. Plastic surgeons...
Have any of you used a Ms. Surgeon for tummy tuck, Lower body lift, you name it..I'm looking...!! LOL..!!
Would appreciate hearing and seeing some of your feedback and results...
I plan on posting on the plastics forum, but wanted to post here first...
Thank you for any and all replies...!!
cyndy
Topic: Support group meeting in Savannah,TN
Hi everyone,I am frustrated with not being able to attend monthly support group meetings.My surgery was in Nashville & that is a 2 1/2 hr.drive to get there.I am wondering if there are enough folks in this area,even people in Northeast Mississippi or northwest Alabama might be willing to join us.I we can gather enough for a meeting I will find a location.
Please fill free to send me a message or email..
Thank you,
Sharon
Please fill free to send me a message or email..
Thank you,
Sharon
Topic: RE: Vena Cava Filter
Sonya,
The filter is not your neck, that was just the point of access used. Nor is it in your abdomen. The filter actually sits in the inferior vena cava just above the kidneys. They attempted to remove mine after my RNY but couldn't. I could actually feel them tugging on it at about the level of my bellybutton but against my spine. They can become clogged and can sometimes shift, an abdominal x-ray would confirm either.
Lee RN
The filter is not your neck, that was just the point of access used. Nor is it in your abdomen. The filter actually sits in the inferior vena cava just above the kidneys. They attempted to remove mine after my RNY but couldn't. I could actually feel them tugging on it at about the level of my bellybutton but against my spine. They can become clogged and can sometimes shift, an abdominal x-ray would confirm either.
Lee RN
I'm not a hot mess...just a beautiful disaster!
If I hadn't been where I was and done everything that I did when I was there...I wouldn't be where I am right now, which is a VERY good place. So, NO REGRETS!!!
If I hadn't been where I was and done everything that I did when I was there...I wouldn't be where I am right now, which is a VERY good place. So, NO REGRETS!!!
Topic: RE: Vena Cava Filter
Hi! I knew they went through your neck with the filter but I didn't know it was moved to your abdomen..I have actually been going to the dr for over a month with abdomen pain and they couldn't find anything wrong..sent me to have a Upper GI just to find a hernia..sent me to a gynocologist to make sure it wasn't my ovaries well still a sonogram to come to rule that out...i have had a lot of pain on my left side of my belly button and the gynocologist said it was more abdominal pain.. I really appreciate you posting that.
I see you are using Dr.King too..He is a great surgeon...very strict but great...If i had to have anything else done that he could do i would definetly pick him..
Please keep in touch..I also have yahoo and facebook.
Good Luck!
Sonya
I see you are using Dr.King too..He is a great surgeon...very strict but great...If i had to have anything else done that he could do i would definetly pick him..
Please keep in touch..I also have yahoo and facebook.
Good Luck!
Sonya
Topic: RE: Vena Cava Filter
They go in through your neck but the filter is actually moved to your abdomen by a catheter tube. Having pain a couple years late doesn't sound right....I'd check with your doctor.
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