Hi All -

BariatricTV is a podcast by WLS patients for WLS patients.  We launched on Halloween and our latest episode is now up and can be viewed at www.bariatrictv.com.

You can also get our episodes via iTunes - go to Store/Podcasts/Video Podcasts/Health and look for BariatricTV..

We welcome all feedback, ideas, thoughts, etc.

Our most recent episode has a segment in it from the recent OH convention in LA...  Check it out!

I was having the same problem try doctor Paul Lin @ George Washington University Hospital his number is 202-741-303 and if you are going to go with him he has a consult day for his new patients on the 18th of December but you have to be registered and the way to register is to call.

Hello OH Members,

Get inspired this Saturday at the ObesityHelp regional one-day event in Falls Church, VA on Saturday, October 11^th
Fairview Park Marriott
3111 Fairview Park Drive
Falls Church, VA  22024  
1-703-849-9400

  Use code “Cardinal08” for discount tickets (or ask your OH support group leader for their code to get more savings!)   

Join us Friday night for our Meet-n-Greet walk!  Walk begins at 7pm when we will meet in the lobby.  We will walk for approximately 30 minutes, then return to the hotel for coffee and introductions.  Share you before and after pics!    Hosted by Jackie Thodos Jackie Thodos is a Gastric bypass post-op, ObesityHelp Support Group Leader,.OH Support Group Coach and co-founder of Obesity Freedom. Since her surgery, she has been very committed to the Bariatric community, and helps people succeed everyday with her successful support group in Fredericksburg, VA and beyond . 

  **Special Breakout Session:  Donna Wilkenson of the DC Divas** Talk about a strong woman!  As the tight end for the region’s only female football league, Donna Wilkenson knows first hand what it means to stay focused on a long-term health goal.  Hear her inspiring story and learn her best tips for staying strong, keeping fit and building motivation no matter where you are starting from!  

Saturday Speakers include:  

Dr. George Bitar, Plastic Surgeon
Dr. George J. Bitar is an award-winning board certified plastic surgeon and medical director of the Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute with offices in Fairfax, Manassas and Vienna, Virginia.  FREE CONSULTATIONS AVAILABLE!    

Dr. Osvaldo Anez, Bariatric Surgeon
Over the past twenty years, Dr. Anez has been perfecting his technique for open RYGBP until he developed the mini incision open RYGBP. At the OBESITY SURGERY CENTER, Dr. Anez and his associates have performed over 4,000 mini-open RYGBP in the past 4 years with excellent results. FREE CONSULTATIONS AVAILABLE!  

Dr. Merle Goldberg, Psychotherapist  
Learn the tricks of CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and see how it can help you stay focused and on track with your weight loss maintenance.  

Kathy Nickerson PhD, Relationship Expert
Kathy will teach you how to keep communication with your spouse, family and friends strong before, during and after your weight loss surgery.  New information for long-term post-ops and those just considering surgery.  Don’t miss it.  

Margaret Lilly, Stylist and Wardrobe Specialist Basics and Beyond – how to look good while losing.  Margaret Lilly will show us what works together well during your weight loss journey.  She’ll also share tips and secrets for creating a slimmer look with what you already own! 

 Jeremy Gentles, CSCS, Bariatric Exercise Physiologist
What’s the best way to gain strength after WLS?  What about maintaining your weight loss?  Get all of your fitness questions answered with our fitness expert Jeremy! 

There is a NKOTB concert at the Verizon Center in Washington DC.  My friend has an extra ticket.  It is section 113 Row R.  She paid 90 dollars for it but will take best offer.  If you would like to go, please let me know.  Thanks!

Hey where are you now?  Please write back .  I have been in your shoes and maybe we can guide each other.  It sounde as though you have  had a major setback and maybe need someone to talk to.  Stop beating your self up!  Things happen but you have not failed.  You simply need to start over and I don't mean with the surgery.  Write back and get some support!!