OHSU and SUPPORT GROUPS posted by Tanna Chapman

I would like to contact people who have had WLS through OHSU. Also looking for a support group in the Boring, Gresham, Troutdale or SE Protland area. I am just starting this process. I have my first lecture meeting on May 10th at OHSU. I have a lot of questions. Thanks for any help you can give me. Tanna Chapman

Tanna - is there anything we can answer here for you? I am in Medford and had surgery in Mexico, so I can't help you with the specifics, but maybe can with some of the general questions! Dina

I will be having surgery on thursday at OHSU with Dr. Deveny. I will be posting my progress when I get home. ~*Lauryn*~

I can't help you with the OHSU part of your request, but I would be very interested in a support group in the Gresham area. I am currently pre-op with the Kaiser program and love it. I started in December and have lost 47 pounds so far. I am working with the Physical Therapist on an exercise program and would like to find someone to do water aerobics with. I can't say enough good things about the program through Kaiser. It is extremely positive and efficient. I have just finished my Weight Management class and am starting the next step with the meeting with the counselor next week. I am looking forward to that. If you find a support group in Gresham let me know, I would very much like to attend and meet people in that area. Good luck in your venture!!!! Sue

Hi, Sorry I didn't get back to you sooner. I have been having some major computer problems. Because of my insurance, I have to have a 3 month monitored diet and exercise program. I saw the nutritionist last Wed. at OHSU. So now I am on my way with the food. I was soooo happy to hear that you want a water aroebics partner. I plan on starting the classes at Mt. Hood Comunity College tomorrow. I have no one to work with. What do you say??? Want to come too??? I go to WalMart every Wed. morning at 7:00 am. They have free BINGO for about an hour and the prizes are gift cards for the store. I plan on going to the pool for the 9:00 - 9:45 am classes. It would be fun if you would like to come to BINGO and then on to the pool. I plan on the pool on Mon, Wed and Fri. I guess I will walk the rest of the time as I can't seem to get up early enough for the sit and be fit sessions. Also I don't have the money for the tapes. I just can't do much walking either. Sorry about the rambling. Do you know anyone else in the Gresham metro area that would like to get together for a support group? It would be really helpful if we could get one started. Have you gone to any of the others? Let me know if you are interested. You can reach me at [email protected]. Hope to hear from you soon and I hope you continue to improve your health. Tanna

Tanna, I had LapBand surgery by Dr O'Rourke at OHSU, on 3/16/04. I am very satisfied with the care and service I have received. Any specific questions? Debbie