Just moved from NYC to Philly

As many of you know, I am a BOB - 2 yrs out from BOB 13 yrs this August from RNY. While I am keeping my BOB doctor in NYC - the faulous Marina Kurian, I'd like a support group in Philadelphia - Center City proper please.  Let me know if you know of any. Years ago, i went to a few at UP, but, I'd like a live, big, active group. I'd prefer a BAND only group, but, will go to a generic as well.

Oh, and no more bridge walking for me - as I am 1 block from work.  But, I rejoined the gym and hoping to lose another 25lbs this summer before my 25yr reunion in October.  

Work your band.

Keep on working your tool, you are looking great!

Have you checked your state forum?  We had a band only support group but, the center disband (pun intended) when it got to the point that all attended where having issues.

There are 3 in Philly. I was just very lucky to have one years ago at Lenox Hill run by Mitchell Roslin's group where there were about 30-50 people in attendance each time. I want that again. Personally,. I think the reason a lot of people are less successful today at any WLS is bc they skip the support groups.

By having the band only group, I believe we had a larger % of band patient than the RNY which of course there were many more of as they were the gold standard and the only surgery they did at first.  I think us banders stuck together more and had more involvement with our center as we had to have more follow up with the fills and all.  As a sleever it is much harder for me to get to support as I really don't "need" them now that surgery is over and the 90 days is up.  I really want to be there I just forget that the meeting is whatever day it is.

I hope you find the kind of group that helps you keep on keeping on.

Good luck Heather. I have been to Philly several times on business and find it to be fun and full of friendly people. 

I always wanted to check out this place...

http://www.philadelphiasmagicgardens.org

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2s0y1YibZjU

Best to you

Whitney

Hi Heather,  Welcome to Philly!  I hope you like it here.  I have only been to my surgeons group at Penn, but I know there are others in the area not associated with a program.  Maybe if you go on the Pennsylvania board someone can give you more info on them.  Good Luck!!