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Topic: RE: 1st Anniversary
Thank you! I thought I would be ecstatic to be a Size 12, but I blew through that size. I'm now wearing some 4s (pants, tops are an 8). Of course, I was a little person hiding in a round body.
Good luck!
Good luck!
5'3/4" 56 years young
Heaviest Weight 250; Consult Weight 232; Surgery Weight 211
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Heaviest Weight 250; Consult Weight 232; Surgery Weight 211
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Are you maintaining? Join us at http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/VSGM/discussion/
Topic: RE: weight loss by Dr B and flat tummy by Dr. Sawan
Hey Amy,
Glad to hear that everything is going well with your LBL. I haven't been on OH in a while and am glad that I decided to see what was going on with everybody. I was at a support group a couple of weeks ago and got to see Dr. Sawan. And as usual I was excited to show off his work. I am glad my wife puts up with me. BTW she is doing awesome, already almost to goal weight and aleady in a size 6 and looks GREAT!!! The bad news is that I am paying for to much heavy lifting and hard work, shoulder surgery on the 16th of Nov. definatley not looking forward to this surgery.
Russell
Glad to hear that everything is going well with your LBL. I haven't been on OH in a while and am glad that I decided to see what was going on with everybody. I was at a support group a couple of weeks ago and got to see Dr. Sawan. And as usual I was excited to show off his work. I am glad my wife puts up with me. BTW she is doing awesome, already almost to goal weight and aleady in a size 6 and looks GREAT!!! The bad news is that I am paying for to much heavy lifting and hard work, shoulder surgery on the 16th of Nov. definatley not looking forward to this surgery.
Russell
Topic: RE: weight loss by Dr B and flat tummy by Dr. Sawan
I just sent you a private message with my password for the before/after pics. I did consults with a couple different surgeons, Panchell and Goonce but ended up with Sawan because of other WLS patients giving their referrals to him. He was cheaper than the other two also. I would recommend looking at the plastic message board and going to several surgeons for consults because it really does help you to understand the process and what to expect. -Amy
190 lbs lost
VSG 07/2008
lower body lift 10/2010
upper body lift 11/2011
Topic: RE: weight loss by Dr B and flat tummy by Dr. Sawan
Congratulations on the new flat tummy. I love reading about your journey. You have been around as long as I have been lurking. I look forward to hearing how you are progressing. I am considering using Dr. Sawain also and appreciate all the info you provide. If you ever get to the point for pictures I would be interested in seeing. What a great inspiration you have been.
Topic: RE: weight loss by Dr B and flat tummy by Dr. Sawan
Oh good!! If I didn't click on you then add me again and this time I will recognize the name! LOL
190 lbs lost
VSG 07/2008
lower body lift 10/2010
upper body lift 11/2011
Topic: RE: weight loss by Dr B and flat tummy by Dr. Sawan
Awww! Thank you!
Yeah, I also mentioned Russell's name... I met him at support group once too. When I mentioned both of your names, Dr. Sawan smiled and said "oh, so no pressure!" LOL I know he does good work and can't wait to experience it for myself.
I will be having the surgery at Summit. I really can't imagine having it anywhere else. I really LOVE the staff there and feel like they are my family. All of the nurses are so wonderful. I had Dr. B take out my gall bladder back in July also, then ended up back in there in August due to a stomache bug, dehydration and heat exhaustion. They always take such good care of me.
Hugs to you! Thanks again for posting and as others have said... paying it forward.
PS... not sure if you check it often or not, but I did find you on FB and added you as a friend. I hope you don't mind.
Yeah, I also mentioned Russell's name... I met him at support group once too. When I mentioned both of your names, Dr. Sawan smiled and said "oh, so no pressure!" LOL I know he does good work and can't wait to experience it for myself.
I will be having the surgery at Summit. I really can't imagine having it anywhere else. I really LOVE the staff there and feel like they are my family. All of the nurses are so wonderful. I had Dr. B take out my gall bladder back in July also, then ended up back in there in August due to a stomache bug, dehydration and heat exhaustion. They always take such good care of me.
Hugs to you! Thanks again for posting and as others have said... paying it forward.
PS... not sure if you check it often or not, but I did find you on FB and added you as a friend. I hope you don't mind.
48lbs lost PRE-OP - LBL on 3/24/2011 -- 11lbs of skin removed! 
Topic: RE: weight loss by Dr B and flat tummy by Dr. Sawan
I'm the same way...I have to remember to come check over here. Isn't it great that we are all out living our new fun lives now!! Woo-hoo!!! I do remember lurking for months on this board and the VSG board before deciding to have surgery so that is the reason I try to remember to come back and post so that others will know it is so worth it but at the same time understand that they have to "work it" and not think the WLS alone will fix all their problems.
190 lbs lost
VSG 07/2008
lower body lift 10/2010
upper body lift 11/2011
Topic: RE: weight loss by Dr B and flat tummy by Dr. Sawan
Glad you're doing so well Amy!!! Congratulations, we all look forward to your posts and your continued success!!
You INSPIRE us all!! Thanks for staying "plugged in" to this forum. I get so busy sometimes living life now, that I forget to come on and answer questions for the lookers, lurkers and newbies, but when I do, you're always here....paying it forward..... You are such an awesome example.
You INSPIRE us all!! Thanks for staying "plugged in" to this forum. I get so busy sometimes living life now, that I forget to come on and answer questions for the lookers, lurkers and newbies, but when I do, you're always here....paying it forward..... You are such an awesome example.
"It doesn't matter how strong your opinions are, if you don't use them for positive change, you ARE, indeed, part of the problem"
Topic: RE: Hospital Packing List
I agree, never had time to read....just walk and sip, walk and sip.... Good luck !!!! and Congratulations ....see you soon on the losers bench!!!
"It doesn't matter how strong your opinions are, if you don't use them for positive change, you ARE, indeed, part of the problem"
Topic: RE: Hospital Packing List
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Thanks everyone. I'm a notorious overpacker, so I wanted to make sure I didn't show up to the hospital with an entire suitcase! I'm packing today since I won't have much time to spare before the surgery.
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