support group?
Debby,
I had my surgery (RNY) at OSU with Dr. Bradley Needleman on July 3, 2003. So far I have lost 123 lbs. with 32 more to reach my goal. I've gone from a 24/26 to a size 14, too. I have no support group as ours folded about the time I had the surgery. One piece of advice I would give every gastric-bypass patient is this: as soon as your doctor gives the green light, get to exercising. I took the money I saved on food and put it toward a personal trainer twice a week. Believe me when I say, it has paid off. If there is any question I may answer for you, don't hesitate to email me.