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Topic: Support Group in Raleigh NC... All welcome
Hi All,
Just a quick note to let you know that we have a support group coming up this Saturday in Raleigh. Anyone who has had or is considering any type of WLS with any practice is welcome to join us. Please go to http://www.meetup.com/nc-wls for details and to rsvp. You need to sign up on meetup to RSVP.
We will have a clothing swap and be sharing favorite books, magazines and other material we have found helpful.
I hope to see you there.Barbara
ObesityHelp Coach and Support Group Leader
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/bcumbo_group/
High-264, Current-148, Goal-145
Topic: RE: Anyone been to Dr Hargroder in Missouri?
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I hope your dreams come true!
Clueless about weight loss and weight loss surgery of any kind.
Topic: RE: Anyone been to Dr Hargroder in Missouri?
Thanks Paula! I have already found his staff to be really helpful so that is great!
Topic: RE: Anyone been to Dr Hargroder in Missouri?
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He is very very good. Has been doing it for a long time now. All his staff is very helpful. Having it there would be great. Good luck on your journey to better health!
Clueless about weight loss and weight loss surgery of any kind.
Topic: RE: Your reason for MGB instead of VSG????
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I chose the MGB because of it's success rate, it can be revised and reversed if necessary. The surgery takes only 30 minutes or so and recovery is quick. There isn't a whole lot that I don't like about it. I am nine years post-op and I would do it again in a heartbeat!
Clueless about weight loss and weight loss surgery of any kind.
Topic: Anyone been to Dr Hargroder in Missouri?
My dream would be to get the MGB in Florida or Vegas but I think realistically it would be better closer to home. Dr Hargroder is about 2 hours drive for me. I am wondering about his reputaion and if anyone here has had the procedure done by him?
Thanks!
Oh and I am new here. I am Jo, living near St Louis. Wanting MGB very much and just beginning my journey to find a way!
Thanks!
Oh and I am new here. I am Jo, living near St Louis. Wanting MGB very much and just beginning my journey to find a way!
Topic: Your reason for MGB instead of VSG????
Hi researching different typle WLS, wondering which to get. Please tell me why you decided on MGB instead of the VSG.
tHANKS
tHANKS
Topic: RE: Any Suggestions for the Pre-Op Diet???
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Well, I would recommend eating healthy. Dr. Rutledge is one to say eating healthy is the key. Portion control. If you have to, get kids plates and utinsels and use them. Eat slowly and enjoy each bite. It's texture, taste, feel, smell. Don't read or watch TV while you eat. This will distract you and you may eat more than you should. Also, protein will keep you full longer. Water based foods are good but will not keep you full as long. If you can, get in a good support group now before surgery. Start working on the issues that brought you to this place. This is alot, but even though I am nine years out, I still need support.
Congrats!!!!
Congrats!!!!
Clueless about weight loss and weight loss surgery of any kind.
Topic: RE: Why mini gastric bypass over RNY?
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Hi
Basically the connections are different and the reconnection site is different. In the MGB, you don't need the "Y" connection. Also in the MGB, about seven feet of the small intestines is bypassed. In the RNY, I think about 13 inches is bypassed. The MGB's basic claim to fame is its revisability and reversability. Plus with that much of a bypass, weight loss is good. Keep in mind everyone is different and everyone loses at a differernt rate.
There has been only a few issues with reflux with the MGB. Mostly it is due to what is eaten and bad food choices. I think both share that side affect.
I think yes, they both can be done at the same time. You would have to check with your surgeon. A good website to learn more is http://clos.net.
Basically the connections are different and the reconnection site is different. In the MGB, you don't need the "Y" connection. Also in the MGB, about seven feet of the small intestines is bypassed. In the RNY, I think about 13 inches is bypassed. The MGB's basic claim to fame is its revisability and reversability. Plus with that much of a bypass, weight loss is good. Keep in mind everyone is different and everyone loses at a differernt rate.
There has been only a few issues with reflux with the MGB. Mostly it is due to what is eaten and bad food choices. I think both share that side affect.
I think yes, they both can be done at the same time. You would have to check with your surgeon. A good website to learn more is http://clos.net.
Clueless about weight loss and weight loss surgery of any kind.
Topic: RE: need urgent honest opinion
Good Morning Tom,
Not to late at all, because of the lack of response from members on the group, it seemed that long term results were not forthcoming. I am a lap-band looking for a conversion. As much as I am sure I am going to receive complaints for saying this it seems that the SLEEVE is one of the better processes. Not only can the process be banded at a later stage but you could also undergo a full bypass.
Thanks for taking the time to reply, I gained back all my weight with the band (self - sabotage), good luck with your journey
Not to late at all, because of the lack of response from members on the group, it seemed that long term results were not forthcoming. I am a lap-band looking for a conversion. As much as I am sure I am going to receive complaints for saying this it seems that the SLEEVE is one of the better processes. Not only can the process be banded at a later stage but you could also undergo a full bypass.
Thanks for taking the time to reply, I gained back all my weight with the band (self - sabotage), good luck with your journey
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