Hi Everyone! I am so happy I found the NC OH group!

I discovered OH on July 19 and just today discovered that I could go local and narrow the forum to NC only.  This is GREAT!

My name is Melinda and I am having RNY lap on Monday, 7-23-07 at Pitt.  I am scheduled for 7:30 am, arriving at 5:15.  I feel so much better since discovering the NC forum and reading all of your comments.  It is so nice to know that there are others who have been or are currently or in the future experiencing what I am.  I can use all the advice and support that I can get and look forward to getting to know each of you! I am still learning how to use the site, so please forgive me for not having a photo posted yet.  I have not learned how to do this yet. You are all WONDERFUL, I can tell!  I thank GOD for guiding me to this site.

Hi Melinda, welcome to the boards. I wish you much luck on Monday. You are right, this is a wonderful site. There are several people on here who have had their surgeries in Greenville. Keep us posted. I hope that you have an uneventful surgery and recovery as well.  Lisa

Lisa,

It is nice to know that there are others, like you, to talk to who have been where I am going in this journey.

I look forward to an uneventful surgery and recovery as I am getting a little anxious since I will be leaving for the hospital in 1 hour. Please say a prayer for me!

Can't wait to compare notes!

Thanks for your warm wishes! I promise to let you know how things go as soon as possible.


Melinda

Welcome!  I had my surger at Pitt throught the Brody school of Medicine ECU, Dr, Pender.  They are really a top notch hospital one of the best on the east coast.  Make sure when you wake up start walking, walking, walking.  It will  help with the pain honestly.   Now the protein drink they give you is not insure..something else.., it is sweet and trying to drink this nasty stuff slowly even though it's only 2 ounces if hard.  THe first few weeks are rough but it will be worth it.  Good luck and your in all of ours prayers!

Thanks so much for replying to my post and the information on the hospital! I plan to take your advice about walking also!

Most of all, I appreciate your prayers!

I will post an update on my surgery as soon as possible!

It is so nice knowing that there are such wonderful people on this journey with me!

God Bless You!

Melinda

Melinda

Just a quick note to welcome you to the NC forum. I think that you will find a supportive and friendly group here. This particular forum is really nice because there is no such thing as a "stupid question" so, please be sure to ask questions.

We look forward to hearing of your experiences and progress.

Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.

Again, Welcome!

Barb

I'll be thinking of you on Monday.  All the best.  I'm just beginning the journey, (just had my first of six monthly visits with primary doc) - and started using this site yesterday...just a minute ago saw you could narrow it to NC.  Yay!  Will see you on the other side!

Melinda, Welcome!  I see we're both scheduled for surgery the same week.  I'll be keeping you in my thoughts. Take care! Amy

Amy,

It's so nice to know that I will have others to share my experience with and hopefully provide some support to!

I will have you in my thoughts and prayers on Thursday. You will do great! I look forward to hearing how it goes for you and comparing notes!

Best of luck on Thursday!

Melinda

Welcome Melinda and good luck on Monday.  I will be one week out on Monday!  This board is great.   You will get good information and even make a few friends.  :)