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Topic: RE: Surgeon in New Hampshire or Vermont
As a former nurse who took care of Dr. Spaulding's patients, I beg to differ with what you've heard. All I'm going to tell you is that you'd better check with some of her former patients and ask them about their experiences! The one thing we have to remember about ALL the surgeons is that this is a risky procedure. The bigger you are pre-op, and the more health problems you have, the bigger your individual risk is. Putting a morbidly obese person under anesthesia is a huge risk in itself! Also, Dr. Spaulding does not do laprascopic, only open, so if you want to avoid a huge and painful incision, go to Dartmouth. And the wait time for her is over one year! I have been in the Dartmouth program for 7 months and got all the way to my surgeons appt to find out insurance will not cover it! So I'm off to Mexico for a Lap RNY. Dartmouth is a lot closer for you, and the hospital is fabulous. Their infection rates are low, the surgeons are very skilled. They require a 15 pound weight loss, you can do that! Put on some ankle weights or something! Wear your heaviest clothes for the weigh in! The Dartmouth program is much faster as well. So if you are truly ready for this, you can make it happen there quickly!
Best of luck to you!
Bonnie
sabel
on 5/23/05 9:31 am - aurora, IN
on 5/23/05 9:31 am - aurora, IN
Topic: Fashion Makeover Person Needed
Have you recently had a fashion makeover after losing weight? Do you need a fashion makeover while you are in the process of losing weight? We are looking for a professional person who works with larger bodied men and women on how they can best dress to meet their particular body needs. If you know someone who provides this service, please send an email to [email protected] and tell us how you know this person and how we can get in touch with him or her.
Thanks
Ronda Einbinder
ObesityHelp
Public Relations Manager :type:
Thanks
Ronda Einbinder
ObesityHelp
Public Relations Manager :type:
Topic: Special Chat:Vitamist
In an effort to ensure that all our members are well informed about our Magical Journey Conference May 20 - 22, 2005, ObesityHelp will be hosting a one hour question and answer chat session, Tuesday, May 17, 2005, 7 p.m. eastern standard time/ 4 p.m. pacific standard time.
Our special guest will be Mr. Bill Diehl, Vice President of Operations for Vitamist.
Please join us Tuesday May 17th at 7:00 PM EST for a special one-hour chat with Vitamist! Mr. Bill Diehl, Vice President of Operations for Vitamist will be speaking on the general benefits of spray vitamins and the need for long-term vitamin therapy post-gastric bypass. If you have problems swallowing vitamin pills...this chat is for you!
For more information on Vitamist please see their site at http://www.vitamist.com
The chat room will be open 1 Hour prior to the beginning of the chat. At that time, the moderator will start taking questions in preparation for when Bill Diehl arrives.
At the top of this page, you will see the announcement that the chat is in progress. Click on that banner and it will route you to the surgeon chat room. Once you log in, you can type out your questions in the free form area provided and hit enter. Your question will have been submitted to the Moderator and will be answered by Mr. Bill Diehl in the order in which it was received.
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Thank you,
ObesityHelp Staff
Our special guest will be Mr. Bill Diehl, Vice President of Operations for Vitamist.
Please join us Tuesday May 17th at 7:00 PM EST for a special one-hour chat with Vitamist! Mr. Bill Diehl, Vice President of Operations for Vitamist will be speaking on the general benefits of spray vitamins and the need for long-term vitamin therapy post-gastric bypass. If you have problems swallowing vitamin pills...this chat is for you!
For more information on Vitamist please see their site at http://www.vitamist.com
The chat room will be open 1 Hour prior to the beginning of the chat. At that time, the moderator will start taking questions in preparation for when Bill Diehl arrives.
At the top of this page, you will see the announcement that the chat is in progress. Click on that banner and it will route you to the surgeon chat room. Once you log in, you can type out your questions in the free form area provided and hit enter. Your question will have been submitted to the Moderator and will be answered by Mr. Bill Diehl in the order in which it was received.
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Thank you,
ObesityHelp Staff
Topic: COME FREE to Events
That's right - If you are a Chapter Leader and have completed your training (or are attending the leader training on that Friday) You can attend the East Coast National Event FREE - just by bringing 5 of your support group members with you. Here is how you get to go FREE. Collect $95 from 5 of your members. Send me an e-mail with all of their names, along with the payment of $475 ($95 x 5) and you get in FREE. It is that easy! Remember this is the only way to get in FREE. We will verify that you are a chapter leader to make sure that you qualify for this offer.
Questions - Call me at 866-957-4636 x 385
or Bo McCoy at 866-957-4636 x 365
By the way do not forget to enter the King and Queen Contest - Our King and Queen will get one night of their hotel stay there paid for by us.
It's a Lifestyle,
Monica Ganz, Ph.D.
Questions - Call me at 866-957-4636 x 385
or Bo McCoy at 866-957-4636 x 365
By the way do not forget to enter the King and Queen Contest - Our King and Queen will get one night of their hotel stay there paid for by us.
It's a Lifestyle,
Monica Ganz, Ph.D.
Topic: Chat: Lauralyn WL Coach
In an effort to ensure that all our members are well informed about our Magical Journey Conference May 20 - 22, 2005, ObesityHelp will be hosting a one hour question and answer chat session, Tuesday, May 10, 2005, 7 p.m. eastern standard time/ 4 p.m. pacific standard time.
Our special guest will be Lauralyn Bellamy, weight loss coach and gastric bypass patient. Lauralyn Bellamy is one of us: an expert on dieting and gaining it back. When she made the decision to get gastric bypass surgery, she looked upon it as her last chance to break free of her addictive relationship with food. She had her roux en-Y performed by Dr. James K. Champion in Atlanta, Georgia on February 13, 2003. Come and hear more about this dynamic success story and discuss how she can help you on your magical journey!
The chat room will be open 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the chat. At that time, the moderator will start taking questions in preparation for when Lauralyn arrives.
At the top of this page, you will see the announcement that the chat is in progress. Click on that banner and it will route you to the chat room. Once you log in, you can type out your questions in the free form area provided and hit enter. Your question will have been submitted to the moderator and will be answered by Lauralyn Bellamy in the order in which it was received.
If you have any questions, or would like additional information, please contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Thank you,
ObesityHelp Staff
Our special guest will be Lauralyn Bellamy, weight loss coach and gastric bypass patient. Lauralyn Bellamy is one of us: an expert on dieting and gaining it back. When she made the decision to get gastric bypass surgery, she looked upon it as her last chance to break free of her addictive relationship with food. She had her roux en-Y performed by Dr. James K. Champion in Atlanta, Georgia on February 13, 2003. Come and hear more about this dynamic success story and discuss how she can help you on your magical journey!
The chat room will be open 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the chat. At that time, the moderator will start taking questions in preparation for when Lauralyn arrives.
At the top of this page, you will see the announcement that the chat is in progress. Click on that banner and it will route you to the chat room. Once you log in, you can type out your questions in the free form area provided and hit enter. Your question will have been submitted to the moderator and will be answered by Lauralyn Bellamy in the order in which it was received.
If you have any questions, or would like additional information, please contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Thank you,
ObesityHelp Staff
Topic: NJ National Updated Schedule
Here is an update for the schdule:
Magical Journeys Conference
May 20 to 22, 2005
Friday
1:00 - 4:00 PM Support Group Leader Training, you must RSVP to Monica to attend
General Session in the Grand Ballroom
2:00 - 4:00 PM Vendor setup time
4:00 - 6:00 PM General Registration
4:00 - 10:00 PM Vendors are open for you to visit
7:00 - 11:00 PM Welcome by Bo McCoy and Dr. Monica Ganz.
"Tea Party Reception"
Post op Panel - Hear some incredible stories.
Royal Court candidates introductions. Have you entered?
Virginia Alexander
Sharon Lindsey - Introduction of "MOMS"
Kelli Dunham, WLS Obesity Comedian
Saturday
General Session in the Grand Ballroom
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Vendors are open for you to visit
8:00 - 9:00 AM General registration
8:30 - 9:00 AM Welcome - Introduction of ObesityHelp staff
Crowning of the royal court and special instructions.
9:00 - 9:25 AM AHS Hospitals "Presentations by surgical staff"
9:25 - 10:00 AM Dr. Monica Ganz - Learning to Think Thin
10:15 - 11:00 AM Breakout session choose one of 9 classes.
Ashton Kate Alie, Dietitian
Dunhill Brenda Goldschmidt and Terri Freshley
Stanton Darcie Edelkraut
Fine Dining Shante Schasa
Harriman Dr. Alexander Abkin, Bariatric surgeon, AHS Morrison
Garden Room Dr. Rose and Dr. Elkwood, The Plastic Surgery Center
Bently VALERIE WOOD, MSW, LSW
Ball room Salon AB Susan Maria Leach
Ball room Salon CD Dr. Shin
General Sesson in the Grand Ballroom
11:15 - 12:20 Surgeon Panel all surgeons invited to join the panel.
12:30 - 1:45PM Lunch reception
2:00 - 2:45 PM Breakout session choose one of 11 classes.
Bently Dr. Gabriel, Bariatric Surgeon
Harriman Dr. Shin, Bariatric Surgeon
Garden Room Steve Colarossi
Ashton Valerie Renee' Campbell
Dunhill Gary Visco, Esq.
Stanton Debra Freschl, R.D.
Penn Kelly Iorillo, Nutritionalist
Brown Dr. Shawn Garber, Baraitric Surgeon, ObesityHelp Advisory Team
Fine Dining Dr. Don Revis, Plastic Surgeon
Ball room Salon AB Jude Milner MA, LCSW, CPT
Ball room Salon CD Neil Friedman, RN, RPSGT
3:00 - 3:45 PM Breakout session III [Choose one of 11 classes]
Bently Lauralyn Bellamy, Weight loss Coach and Lifestyle Coaching.
Harriman Diane Hendrick, R.D.
Garden Room Bill Diehl, VP Operations Vitamist
Ashton Dr. Terry Simpson, Bariatric Surgeon
Dunhill Neil Friedman, RN, RPSGT
Stanton Dr. Daniel L. Stickler, MD
Penn Kenneth J. Storch, M.D., Ph.D., AHS Morrison
Brown Michele Kofman, MA, MPH
Fine Dining Bo McCoy
Ball room Salon AB Susan Maria Leach
Ball room Salon CD Dr. Gould
4:00 - 4:45 PM Amy Williams
4:45 - 5:00 PM The PS Center - Dr. Michael Rose and Dr. Andrew Elkwood
4:00 - 6:00 PM The King and Queen are getting a make over for the Ball with Virginia Alexander
5:00 - 5:15 PM Close and drawings
5:15 - 7:30 PM Break for Dinner
6:00 - 7:30 PM Royal Court Dinner by invitation only
The Royal Ball in the Grand Ballroom
7:30 - 11:00 PM Seating of the Royal Court
Reception and music
Sunday
General Session in theGrand Ballroom
8:00 AM Vendors setup and ready
9:00 - 9:30 AM Dr. Terry Simpson, Bariatric Surgeon, ObesityHelp Advisory Team
9:30 - 10:00AM Bill Diehl
10:00 - 11:00 AM Virginia Alexander
9:45 - 10:00 AM Special instructions and information
10:15 - 11:00 AM Breakout session I [Choose from 8 breakout classes]
Bently Gary Visco, Esq.
Harriman Dr. Don Revis, Plastic Surgeon
Garden Room AHS Morrison "Surgeon speakers"
Ashton Darcie Edelkraut
Dunhill Amy Williams
Stanton Dr. Reid, Ed.D. and Marine Jourdan
Penn Brenda Goldschmidt
Brown Dr. Rose and Dr. Elkwood, The Plastic Surgery Center
Fine Dining Bill Diehl
Ball room Salon AB Susan Maria Leach
Ball room Salon CD Dr. Joseph Kamelgard, Bariatric Surgeon
General Session in the Grand Ballroom
11:15 - Noon Susan Maria - Key Note Address
12:00 - 12:15 PM
12:15 - 1:15 PM Lunch reception
1:30 - 2:00 Grand announcement and magical farewells.
There is still room so sign up now and we look forward to seeing you there.
Monica Ganz, Ph.D.
Director of Events and Chapters
Magical Journeys Conference
May 20 to 22, 2005
Friday
1:00 - 4:00 PM Support Group Leader Training, you must RSVP to Monica to attend
General Session in the Grand Ballroom
2:00 - 4:00 PM Vendor setup time
4:00 - 6:00 PM General Registration
4:00 - 10:00 PM Vendors are open for you to visit
7:00 - 11:00 PM Welcome by Bo McCoy and Dr. Monica Ganz.
"Tea Party Reception"
Post op Panel - Hear some incredible stories.
Royal Court candidates introductions. Have you entered?
Virginia Alexander
Sharon Lindsey - Introduction of "MOMS"
Kelli Dunham, WLS Obesity Comedian
Saturday
General Session in the Grand Ballroom
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Vendors are open for you to visit
8:00 - 9:00 AM General registration
8:30 - 9:00 AM Welcome - Introduction of ObesityHelp staff
Crowning of the royal court and special instructions.
9:00 - 9:25 AM AHS Hospitals "Presentations by surgical staff"
9:25 - 10:00 AM Dr. Monica Ganz - Learning to Think Thin
10:15 - 11:00 AM Breakout session choose one of 9 classes.
Ashton Kate Alie, Dietitian
Dunhill Brenda Goldschmidt and Terri Freshley
Stanton Darcie Edelkraut
Fine Dining Shante Schasa
Harriman Dr. Alexander Abkin, Bariatric surgeon, AHS Morrison
Garden Room Dr. Rose and Dr. Elkwood, The Plastic Surgery Center
Bently VALERIE WOOD, MSW, LSW
Ball room Salon AB Susan Maria Leach
Ball room Salon CD Dr. Shin
General Sesson in the Grand Ballroom
11:15 - 12:20 Surgeon Panel all surgeons invited to join the panel.
12:30 - 1:45PM Lunch reception
2:00 - 2:45 PM Breakout session choose one of 11 classes.
Bently Dr. Gabriel, Bariatric Surgeon
Harriman Dr. Shin, Bariatric Surgeon
Garden Room Steve Colarossi
Ashton Valerie Renee' Campbell
Dunhill Gary Visco, Esq.
Stanton Debra Freschl, R.D.
Penn Kelly Iorillo, Nutritionalist
Brown Dr. Shawn Garber, Baraitric Surgeon, ObesityHelp Advisory Team
Fine Dining Dr. Don Revis, Plastic Surgeon
Ball room Salon AB Jude Milner MA, LCSW, CPT
Ball room Salon CD Neil Friedman, RN, RPSGT
3:00 - 3:45 PM Breakout session III [Choose one of 11 classes]
Bently Lauralyn Bellamy, Weight loss Coach and Lifestyle Coaching.
Harriman Diane Hendrick, R.D.
Garden Room Bill Diehl, VP Operations Vitamist
Ashton Dr. Terry Simpson, Bariatric Surgeon
Dunhill Neil Friedman, RN, RPSGT
Stanton Dr. Daniel L. Stickler, MD
Penn Kenneth J. Storch, M.D., Ph.D., AHS Morrison
Brown Michele Kofman, MA, MPH
Fine Dining Bo McCoy
Ball room Salon AB Susan Maria Leach
Ball room Salon CD Dr. Gould
4:00 - 4:45 PM Amy Williams
4:45 - 5:00 PM The PS Center - Dr. Michael Rose and Dr. Andrew Elkwood
4:00 - 6:00 PM The King and Queen are getting a make over for the Ball with Virginia Alexander
5:00 - 5:15 PM Close and drawings
5:15 - 7:30 PM Break for Dinner
6:00 - 7:30 PM Royal Court Dinner by invitation only
The Royal Ball in the Grand Ballroom
7:30 - 11:00 PM Seating of the Royal Court
Reception and music
Sunday
General Session in theGrand Ballroom
8:00 AM Vendors setup and ready
9:00 - 9:30 AM Dr. Terry Simpson, Bariatric Surgeon, ObesityHelp Advisory Team
9:30 - 10:00AM Bill Diehl
10:00 - 11:00 AM Virginia Alexander
9:45 - 10:00 AM Special instructions and information
10:15 - 11:00 AM Breakout session I [Choose from 8 breakout classes]
Bently Gary Visco, Esq.
Harriman Dr. Don Revis, Plastic Surgeon
Garden Room AHS Morrison "Surgeon speakers"
Ashton Darcie Edelkraut
Dunhill Amy Williams
Stanton Dr. Reid, Ed.D. and Marine Jourdan
Penn Brenda Goldschmidt
Brown Dr. Rose and Dr. Elkwood, The Plastic Surgery Center
Fine Dining Bill Diehl
Ball room Salon AB Susan Maria Leach
Ball room Salon CD Dr. Joseph Kamelgard, Bariatric Surgeon
General Session in the Grand Ballroom
11:15 - Noon Susan Maria - Key Note Address
12:00 - 12:15 PM
12:15 - 1:15 PM Lunch reception
1:30 - 2:00 Grand announcement and magical farewells.
There is still room so sign up now and we look forward to seeing you there.
Monica Ganz, Ph.D.
Director of Events and Chapters
Topic: Chat: SlenderTouch & NJ Event
In an effort to ensure that all our members are well informed about our Magical Journey Conference May 20 - 22, 2005, ObesityHelp will be hosting a one hour question and answer chat session, Monday, May 9, 2005, 7 p.m. eastern standard time/ 4 p.m. pacific standard time.
Our special guest will be Christina Mathia, Co-Founder of SlenderTouch Compression Garments. SlenderTouch garments have been described by many as "instant plastic surgery." The garments allow those members who are in transition along the weight-loss journey to hide those areas unsightly bulges caused by excess skin and fat. The garments are also prescribed by many physicians post-surgical procedures to help with posture, healing, and wound closure.
The chat room will be open 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the chat. At that time, the moderator will start taking questions in preparation for when the surgeon arrives.
At the top of this page, you will see the announcement that the chat is in progress. Click on that banner and it will route you to the surgeon chat room. Once you log in, you can type out your questions in the free form area provided and hit enter. Your question will have been submitted to the Moderator and will be answered by Christina Mathia in the order in which it was received.
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Thank you,
ObesityHelp Staff
Our special guest will be Christina Mathia, Co-Founder of SlenderTouch Compression Garments. SlenderTouch garments have been described by many as "instant plastic surgery." The garments allow those members who are in transition along the weight-loss journey to hide those areas unsightly bulges caused by excess skin and fat. The garments are also prescribed by many physicians post-surgical procedures to help with posture, healing, and wound closure.
The chat room will be open 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the chat. At that time, the moderator will start taking questions in preparation for when the surgeon arrives.
At the top of this page, you will see the announcement that the chat is in progress. Click on that banner and it will route you to the surgeon chat room. Once you log in, you can type out your questions in the free form area provided and hit enter. Your question will have been submitted to the Moderator and will be answered by Christina Mathia in the order in which it was received.
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Thank you,
ObesityHelp Staff
Topic: New ObesityHelp Advocacy Issue Available
Right off the press is ObesityHelp Magazine issue 2 and this is an issue you will not want to miss! This very special advocacy issue introduces readers to people who are making their voice heard. Whether it be reaching out to the media, as did 16-year-old Brandon Bennett who contacted the Houston Chronicle when he wanted his story to be heard; or contacting government officials regarding obesity issues, such as vending machines responding to childhood obesity; or finding how your state measures up when combatting obesity, as told by reporter Nikki Johnson. Readers will also have a chance to find out if their city is the fittest or the fatest in America. From the cover story of musician Craig "Big-T" Thompson to the story of ESPN sports radio announcer Joe McDonnell this issue offers informative information for everyone. If you have not yet subscribed, log onto http://www.obesityhelpmagazine.com or telephone 1-866-WLS-INFO ext. 357 today.
Topic: Alaska Here We come--
Hi,
Just touching base with all of our Alaska bound passengers. We are getting ready, are you? We are putting the schedule together and discussing the details with the cruise line. There is going to be so much to see, do and learn on this educational vacation.
This is the last week to book your trip - so don't miss the ship. It's not too late.
Come join us as we see Bo marry his lovely bride on July 31st.
Looking forward to seeing you on the ship!
Monica Ganz, Ph.D.
Director of Events and Chapters
866 957-4636 x 385
Just touching base with all of our Alaska bound passengers. We are getting ready, are you? We are putting the schedule together and discussing the details with the cruise line. There is going to be so much to see, do and learn on this educational vacation.
This is the last week to book your trip - so don't miss the ship. It's not too late.
Come join us as we see Bo marry his lovely bride on July 31st.
Looking forward to seeing you on the ship!
Monica Ganz, Ph.D.
Director of Events and Chapters
866 957-4636 x 385
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