Hi, I am looking into a GB and wondering what went wrong that you gained the weight back?  Was a it a compliance issue? I am not sure I want to go thru the process if I am just going to gain the weight back. Do you feel it was worth it?

thanks

Hey Folks,

Just had my surgery July 21st and feeling great. I was wondering if anyone attends a support group that they enjoy? I would love to find one in Phoenix in particular. Please let me know, I appreciate all guidance.

Hi all.

I'm new to Tucson, AZ (former East Coast resident).

I'm sorry for being repetitive (I'm sure this question has been asked before), but does anyone have a suggestion or three for a Primary Care physician that is 'large/heavy friendly'?

I would a 'moderate' physician that has knowledge of weight issues. I'd certainly like get weight loss surgery but my current insurance specifically has a disclaimer against ANY bariatric treatment or surgery (which REALLY stinks - not many 'heavy' people at my work, so no one really cares).

In any event, a doctor that is aware of weight-related issues and can help prep me for the eventual surgery would be great.

Preferably someone that doesn't look at me like I disgust them, but also not someone that thinks I can weigh any amount (too much, in this case) and still be healthy.

Thanks in advance for your collective help and nice to meet my fellow "Tucsonans" (? lol - no idea if that's even a thing! :-) ).

The ObesityHelp Conference 2014 is about education and information for living a healthy lifestyle with weight loss surgery.  In addition to the Grad Panel Q/A, Professional Panel Q/A, Fashion Show, no charge professional quality Pixel Photo Booth pictures, free plastic surgery consults, a Meet & Greet and Keynote Speaker Graham Elliot, MasterChef Judge, here's the 4-1-1 on the sessions at the Conference:

●   I'm Changing and I'm Perfect As I Am

●   Dealing with uncomfortable food situations and social settings after WLS

●   The importance of support on your WLS journey

●   Reading Between the Labels:  How To Outsmart Your Groceries

●   How Much Does a Zebra Weigh?  (Yes, you'll find out in this session)

●   Re-Defining Success After Bariatric Surgery

●   Six Steps to Success When Coping With Addiction after WLS

●   What To Do After the Honeymoon is Over

●   Exploring Your Reconstructive Plastic Surgery Options

●   What To Expect When You're Expecting.....Surgery to Work

●   Sex, Intimacy and Relationships after WLS

●   How Yoga supports your WLS journey

From attending the Conference, you'll take away things you've learned that will help you live a healthy lifestyle, friendships that you'll have made, lots of vendor samples and a goodie bag, photos and memories that you'll cherish for a long time. 

The countdown to the Conference is ON......buy your tickets now - you'll be glad you did!

I was banded January 2004, but now have leak. It is usually caused by needle punctured tubing or band/port leaking which isn't normal. Osmosis can happen, but not a large amount. Have him check amount, do x-ray with contrast or speak with nutritionist armed with your food log to discuss what else you can do.

Don't let anyone make you feel bad! You know your body best and your concerns should be explored without judgment.  Just my opinion.

Tacy