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Topic: RE: Madigan Pathways
HI Sarah!
Keep Breathing! I know the weight (HA!) seems long, but use this time to continue educating yourself about all things bariatric, particularily your nutritional needs post-op. I celebrated my 4 year surgiversary on Monday, 6/27, and know that every minute seems like forever, but you are in this for the long haul, and you WILL get your surgery and achieve success!
I hope you are attending the OH conference "Fabulous in Seattle" July 15-16 at the Hyatt Regency in Bellevue. You will receive so much info, and so many positives, it will really be worth your while. If you can only attend on Sat,, it's okay, as most of the events are held that day. Click on Community at the top of the page, then events, and follow the links. Note the discount code at the end of this post! Grab a friend or two - or six, and come have a blast! The discounted room rate is available until June 30th, or feel free to drive up for the day - (although you'll want to stay for Sat, night too! )
What type of surgery are you planning on having?
Hope to see you in Bellevue!
Keep Breathing! I know the weight (HA!) seems long, but use this time to continue educating yourself about all things bariatric, particularily your nutritional needs post-op. I celebrated my 4 year surgiversary on Monday, 6/27, and know that every minute seems like forever, but you are in this for the long haul, and you WILL get your surgery and achieve success!
I hope you are attending the OH conference "Fabulous in Seattle" July 15-16 at the Hyatt Regency in Bellevue. You will receive so much info, and so many positives, it will really be worth your while. If you can only attend on Sat,, it's okay, as most of the events are held that day. Click on Community at the top of the page, then events, and follow the links. Note the discount code at the end of this post! Grab a friend or two - or six, and come have a blast! The discounted room rate is available until June 30th, or feel free to drive up for the day - (although you'll want to stay for Sat, night too! )
What type of surgery are you planning on having?
Hope to see you in Bellevue!
Topic: Madigan Pathways
I completed my pathways last week and I am just waiting for Lakisha to call me and let me know when, and if, I can schedule my pre op appointment.
I was just wondering how long you had to wait to get your surgery at this point, and typically how long does it take for you to hear back from Health Outcomes? Lakisha doesn't typically answer her phone, and I think she is going on vacation next week. I'm so excited to get my surgery!!
Thanks in advance!
Sarah
I was just wondering how long you had to wait to get your surgery at this point, and typically how long does it take for you to hear back from Health Outcomes? Lakisha doesn't typically answer her phone, and I think she is going on vacation next week. I'm so excited to get my surgery!!
Thanks in advance!
Sarah
Topic: RE: New South End Support Group
Hello Wendy,
I am Kellee Matlock and I am new here and I am still going thru the pre-tests, and I would love to attend a meeting! I live here in Tacoma. It sounds like you have it worked out very well!
Kellee.
I am Kellee Matlock and I am new here and I am still going thru the pre-tests, and I would love to attend a meeting! I live here in Tacoma. It sounds like you have it worked out very well!
Kellee.
Topic: OH Conference, Bellevue July 15 & 16th
Hi all!
I just want to remind everyone that the OH Conference is in Bellevue next month. Check out the itinerary and list of guests by going to Community on the blue banner above, Events, Seattle.
I went 2 years ago when I was newly post op and it was an amazing source of information for pre and post op patients. It was also a ton of fun!
Saturday is the main event so if you can't make Friday, try for Saturday. Your admission gives you in and out access for both days.
I especially enjoyed the breakout sessions that cover everything from plastic surgery, revisions, exercise, nutrition and a variety of other topics.
I hope to see you there!
Lisa O.
I just want to remind everyone that the OH Conference is in Bellevue next month. Check out the itinerary and list of guests by going to Community on the blue banner above, Events, Seattle.
I went 2 years ago when I was newly post op and it was an amazing source of information for pre and post op patients. It was also a ton of fun!
Saturday is the main event so if you can't make Friday, try for Saturday. Your admission gives you in and out access for both days.
I especially enjoyed the breakout sessions that cover everything from plastic surgery, revisions, exercise, nutrition and a variety of other topics.
I hope to see you there!
Lisa O.
Lap Band surgery Nov. 2008, SW 335. Lost 116 lbs. LB removal May 2013 gained 53 lbs. Revisied to RNY October 14, 2013, new SW 275.
Topic: RE: Models Needed!!
Hi Jean!
So happy to hear you will be in Seattle and are willing to model. Unfortunately, there won't be time for even a "quick change" of outfits. We probably won't have a true backstage area, but just be lined up off to the side. So, wear the outfit that makes you feel most fabulous, and remember, it's not about the clothing, it's about you!
Please send your info and "before" picture to [email protected]
Looking forward to meeting you!
So happy to hear you will be in Seattle and are willing to model. Unfortunately, there won't be time for even a "quick change" of outfits. We probably won't have a true backstage area, but just be lined up off to the side. So, wear the outfit that makes you feel most fabulous, and remember, it's not about the clothing, it's about you!
Please send your info and "before" picture to [email protected]
Looking forward to meeting you!
Topic: RE: Bariatric Surgery at Madigan/Fort Lewis/Wellness Test question
thanks so much Tina, would you "friend" me so we can PM? Good luck on your move!! Your pictures are in inspiration!!
Topic: RE: Bariatric Surgery at Madigan/Fort Lewis/Wellness Test question
Call Madigan Army med center & ask for the pathway list - you should be able to have your PCM refer you out to get those doctors to release you for surgery. Also contact Col Martin & ask him to put you on his wait list - do lots & lots of research to make sure you know what surgery you want. We are moving/PCSing back to Fort Lewis this week - packers come today! So I dont know how much I will be on the computer until the 1st week of July. I flew from NJ to WA to have my DS surgery with Dr Martin. I've lost 120 lbs, & will follow up with him when I get back to WA.
Hope you can travel to WA & follow up with the surgery you want, God Bless your journey!
Tina
Hope you can travel to WA & follow up with the surgery you want, God Bless your journey!
Tina
HW: 260 / SW: 254 / CW: 140 on 01/15/13 Orig GW: 150 ~Jeremiah 29:11
Topic: RE: Bariatric Surgery at Madigan/Fort Lewis/Wellness Test question
I am an armywife at Ft. Hood, TX. I am wanting info about the DS at Madigan. The surgeons here don't do it. I tried to PM "1blessedforlife" but I guess your profile is private? I will be a band revision. I do have Lakesha's phone number but would love any info ya'll can provide me on how to "travel" to do this?
thanks,
Kristi
thanks,
Kristi
Topic: RE: Very low cost Protein!
I did not check the shipping for Champion, I know the Nectar is not that high, UPS Ground seems to be the way to go.
Topic: RE: Models Needed!!
I'm going to be at the Seattle event and would be willing to model. My question is: can I model more than one outfit? For example, could I model a workout outfit, then go and change into into a casual outfit and go back out and model that?
Jean
Jean
Jean McMillan c.2009-2013 - Always a bandster at heart
author of Bandwagon (TM), Strategies for Success with the Adjustable Gastric Band & Bandwagon Cookery. Bandwagon for Kindle now available on Amazon. Read my blog at: jean-onthebandwagon.blogspot.com
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