Hi Missy....this post coudlve been written by me!  My RNY was in 2005, I dropped 158lbs only to have a regain of 70lbs within the past 3 years.  I have been struggling with thyroid issues which caused part of the regain...but I know my complacency with food and inactivity is what did the major damage.  It took me all this time to finally come to terms that if I didnt change my 'whatever' attitude I would eventually regain EVERY pound and more if I didnt stop this destructive pattern.  So it was time to go back to the gym...eliminate carbs...add more protein, fruits and vegetables...and so it begins....I have given myself a 30 day goal....Im seeing a little bit of a difference already and I know I can do this (again)....you can too!  ~Debra~

Yes ,,

3rd Saturday of the month.. at the medical building adjacent to Tempe St Lukes hospital.
 Dr Schlesinger attends 95% of the meetings and is always  willing to answer questions, concerns.

come join us sometime..

There is one based out of the hospital.  I think they advertise their meetings in the paper. 

Dr. Simon is my Guru! 

However, I am sad to say this clinic is closing Sept 1 and Dr. Simon is leaving Phoenix.  In Dr. Simon's letter, he stated that management with Desert Ridge was at odds so the clinic is closing.  I am disappointed in him because he really saved my life on May 31st!  Referral to either Juarez or Fang is really a slap because I don't think Mercy Care is contracted with either of them, and I REFUSE to even consider Schlessinger!!  I think maybe personal issues may have crept up for Dr. Simon to leave Phoenix.  He is the smartest man I know in this weight loss surgery protocol.  I entrusted Simon to see me through my loss, and expected him to do it.  Now, I feel let down.  The other two docs are fine, but they don't know me and my case as Dr. Simon does.  He told me 4 yrs ago I needed revision surgery, and 3 months ago Dr. Simon operated on me. 

Your more than welcome to come to the Tempe Support  group... 3rd Sat on the month 1-230 pm