I am familiar with Dr. Garren. He did my brothers RNY last November. I really do not want the RNY or the Lapband. I have read alot and really think the DS is my very best chance at major success.
I would really prefer to have it right here in Madison, but no program here does the DS.
I guess I need to think on it more.  :(

My Dr. is at the UW Hosp...  The east side clinit has a WLS programs like non other..   I have looked from Green Bay to Madison and in Ill....  It is the best Program  If you would like there number I would be happy to give it to you....

I have been reading about the DS all day, and think that is the way for me to go. The VSG is not covered by my insurance, but the DS is, and all I have read today is that it is an AWESOME WLS.

I guess my first step is to find a meeting to go to?

Hi Kathy!  I am going through the Dean/St. Mary's clinic.  The Dr.'s there only do Lap Band and RNY.  I know the UW Hospital has Dr.s that also do WLS, just don't know what types.  You can do a physician sear on this site.  Towards the top there is a green bar and right before the word Help is Find a Surgeon.  Best of luck to you.

Meredith.

Thanks for the good ideas. Today I told my family if you want any of these cookies that relatives gave us take them now and hide in your room or they're all getting tossed. Needless to say we're all trying to eat healthier and over half the cookies were pitched.
I had a good day today and wasn't tempted to even lift the foil and look. I think you hit the nail on the head,   I found a trigger food that I need to stay away from. My sz. 6 jeans won't fit if I keep this up and that is something I don't want to happen : )
Thanks for the support all!!!  Happy New Year to All of us

Shari