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Topic: RE: It's GO time! Friday, 7AM Sleeve.....
Sorry I only got to see this now. Hope all went well, and can't wait to see you on the Losers' bench in our Winner's Circle.
Good Luck on your Journey !!
Tom
“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight” The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
Tom
“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight” The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
Topic: It's GO time! Friday, 7AM Sleeve.....
Does anyone have any last minute advice?
I'm getting my "last meal" in close to 11PM tonight. My wife has been supportive and very helpful so far, getting a bag together for me.
What do I need in the bag? What should I be aware of, in terms of the hospital experience (Hackensack University Medical Center)?
Here's hoping that Dr. Trivedi has a better night of sleep than me!
Thanks for any advice and quick prayers!
JohnnyHahah
I'm getting my "last meal" in close to 11PM tonight. My wife has been supportive and very helpful so far, getting a bag together for me.
What do I need in the bag? What should I be aware of, in terms of the hospital experience (Hackensack University Medical Center)?
Here's hoping that Dr. Trivedi has a better night of sleep than me!
Thanks for any advice and quick prayers!
JohnnyHahah
Topic: Morristown Support Group Holiday meeting
Sorry for the late notice, but I thought I'd pass this along in case anyone wants to drop by.
The Metabolic Medicine and Weight Control Center is having their holiday meeting/party tomorrow (Tuesday Dec. 20) at 95 Madison Ave, across from the hospital. It starts at 6 p.m.
There is usually a light dinner, but the office did just tell me that they are also welcoming (suggesting?) pot luck contributions of wls-friendly food dishes.
They did also tell me there is no need to rsvp.
Here is a link to their website if you need to pursue more information.
http://www.atlantichealth.org/morristown/our+services/weight +loss+&+bariatric+surgery/classes+and+support+groups
The Metabolic Medicine and Weight Control Center is having their holiday meeting/party tomorrow (Tuesday Dec. 20) at 95 Madison Ave, across from the hospital. It starts at 6 p.m.
There is usually a light dinner, but the office did just tell me that they are also welcoming (suggesting?) pot luck contributions of wls-friendly food dishes.
They did also tell me there is no need to rsvp.
Here is a link to their website if you need to pursue more information.
http://www.atlantichealth.org/morristown/our+services/weight +loss+&+bariatric+surgery/classes+and+support+groups
Topic: RE: Having Gastric Sleeve Surgery looking for friends
Hi Tina . I had the VSG on Oct. 13th started at 272 that was in Aug. as of the other day I'M 225 . i LOVE IT I told my hubby I feel like I eat like a skinny person LOL.I've had no problems at all so far I'm in South jersey also the shore area IF youhave any questions just ask I'm always looking for friends
Topic: RE: Having Gastric Sleeve Surgery looking for friends
Hi Martina,
I had a DS, but in 2 steps...so, for the first year (and 100 pounds or so), I had a sleeve only. The weight came off fast in the beginning (my stats are on my profile, if you click on my name on the right).... and there wasn't the malabsorption component to deal with... this means, if you take 40 gms of protein, you get to absorb 40 grams of protein.... there's a bit of supplementation needed on the vitamins, but not tons..... the VSG board on OH was very useful to me.... I learned a lot from the people further out than me.
I had a lot more weight than you to lose, so I needed the DS.... but the sleeve has much less potential for complications and vitamin problems, so... Congrats on finding a surgeon you trust, and post any questions you can think of. Mary
I had a DS, but in 2 steps...so, for the first year (and 100 pounds or so), I had a sleeve only. The weight came off fast in the beginning (my stats are on my profile, if you click on my name on the right).... and there wasn't the malabsorption component to deal with... this means, if you take 40 gms of protein, you get to absorb 40 grams of protein.... there's a bit of supplementation needed on the vitamins, but not tons..... the VSG board on OH was very useful to me.... I learned a lot from the people further out than me.
I had a lot more weight than you to lose, so I needed the DS.... but the sleeve has much less potential for complications and vitamin problems, so... Congrats on finding a surgeon you trust, and post any questions you can think of. Mary
DS Part 1 (VSG) 11/14/06 DS Part 2 12/18/07
HW 430 SW 400 CW 210 GW 170 Blog: lifeisgood-mc.blogspot.com
Topic: Having Gastric Sleeve Surgery looking for friends
Hi,
My name is Tina and I am having the gastric sleeve done. I am getting all my doc visits out of the way and hope to have it done soon. I live in south jersey and Dr Marc Neff is my surgeon. He is a great Doctor. We have support groups that we attend and he even takes the time out of his busy schedule to attend them which I think is fantastic.
I am so anxious to have my surgery!! I need to lose about 125 pounds at least. I was wondering how others did having this procedure and that much weight to lose. How well did you do, and did it come off fast.
Looking for some friends while going through this wonderful and exciting journey
My name is Tina and I am having the gastric sleeve done. I am getting all my doc visits out of the way and hope to have it done soon. I live in south jersey and Dr Marc Neff is my surgeon. He is a great Doctor. We have support groups that we attend and he even takes the time out of his busy schedule to attend them which I think is fantastic.
I am so anxious to have my surgery!! I need to lose about 125 pounds at least. I was wondering how others did having this procedure and that much weight to lose. How well did you do, and did it come off fast.
Looking for some friends while going through this wonderful and exciting journey
Topic: RE: Support Groups in Bergen County area (besides monthly meeting at HUMC)
I sent you a list of Support Groups which was last updated April 2011.
Also, my Doctors are a part of Advanced Laproscopic SURGEONS which is much different (and often confused) with A.L. Associates. You may want to give them a try.
Good luck!!
Good Luck on your Journey !!
Tom
“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight” The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
Tom
“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight” The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
Topic: RE: Lourdes Medical Center Burlington
They have a bariatric wing, now. All rooms were private. I had my revision from RNY to DS there, and was in the ICU from the 21st - 24th, and sent to the bariatric wing (private room) on the 24th. I went home on the 25th.
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