Although I had my surgery at Good Sams, I feel for you and the only suggestion I have is it might take just that long to start over somewhere else. So find out what department supervises the WLS section and take it up with them. Complain as loud as you can and as often as possible. I believe someone will care enough to find out what the problem is and help you in making it right. We could right letters telling them of our displeasure regarding your treatment. We could also let them know that we will tell everyone who will listen that OHSU's WLS program is horrible and to give people other options.

As I said, I didn't have mine at OHSU but they were wonderful, the best during my high-risk pregnancy, birth of my son and his cancer treatment. I felt blessed to have such excellent care but understand that what is happening with you is unfair and undeserved.

Let us know how we can help you and your progress.

Thanks for noticing Julia...I am now only 15 pounds from my goal.  I have come so far...it has been an incredilbe journey. 

Did have an episode with my band the last two weeks, and had to get a slight unfill today.  Liked the rapid escalation of weight, but just couldn't eat, which I know isn't good for me.  Now back to "normal" and hope the weight loss continues. 

I have not given myself a timeline for the loss, just know that I will get there eventually. And that is fine by me.  I love going shopping for clothes now....seeing the reflection in the mirror is so strange.  But finally, I am beginning to see myself for what I am, not the fat person that was there.  You understand?

 Thanks,
I am worried that things will get stuck.  The shot will hurt.  That it just won't work all together.  I have failed so many times trying to lose weight that I wonder if this is just another one of those things.  I want the weight gone now which I know is impossible but still the frustration is still there.  I don't know how much I have lost since surgery cuz I refuse to look at the scale, I don't want to be disappointed.  I know I have lost some because my clothes fit different now then before surgery.  Just an over all frustration of not knowing if this is working, am I doing things right, or am I going to fail at this too.

Hi Julia!  I'm doing great!  What about you?  You look awesone, and that's a beautiful baby you're holding.  I don't check in here at OH as often as I should anymore.  My bad, lol.  I'll plan to get better about that....the support does a world of good.

Take care,
Nola

Thanks ! My Dr. started me on the pre-op diet on 12/23/08 ~ they allowed me to have a normal Christmas Eve dinner with my family though - I'm glad to hear that it's normal for my issues. I'm not too nervous about the surgery yet ~ more excited than anything else! It's harder than I thought it would be ~ not being able to actually chew anything ~ but I'm getting used to it.