Hello Ohio! A big Texas welcome to you!

What: 2-Day Event for Pre and Post-op Patients. (Families and supporters are welcome too!) Please visit the event website at: http://www.obesityhelp.com/texas2004/ Where: Wyndham Hotel, Arlington Texas. When: May 15 -16th, 2004 Why: For the past 6 years Obesityhelp.com has served the nation with its online support of obesity surgery and obesity resource center. Now, the trusted name in the industry is bringing the resources and help to you through national conventions. Come and be a part of the first national convention May 15 - 16th 2004. · Special Announcement: Free Weight-loss Seminar Sunday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Come and learn about weight-loss surgery. What types are there? Is it safe? Does it really work? If you have questions the free seminar on Sunday will be just what you are looking for. · Special Announcement: Free Plastic Surgery Seminar Sunday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM. This is perfect for those who have already undergone weight-loss surgery. (Post-ops) Come and meet with plastic surgeons in your area or just get more information. How Much: Cost for early registration is $20 each. ($25 at the door) Special "Buddy Ticket" $30 [Bring a friend and save $5.00 per person!] Pre-ops can enjoy Sunday admission for free from 1:00-5:00 P.M. To take our event survey click here: http://www.obesityhelpevents.com/surveyform.php To register now click here: https://www.obesityhelp.com/SecurePayment/PatientRegistration.php Special Needs: ObesityHelp understands that some individuals may require special assistance. Please contact our Convention Manger at (866) 957-4636 Fun things to do: Meet the founders of ObesityHelp.com. Socialize with peers. Convention is just 1 mile from Six Flags over Texas. WLS Fashion Show. Clinical information talks. Free door prizes. Show off your before and after photos. Help with printing your WLS Success cards. Help with getting your photos on the web. Discounts on ObesityHelp store items (books, t-shirts, magazines, etc..). Group photos. Free samples of nutritional products. WLS Luau party pool-side. Pictures and information on the gathering will be featured in the OH Magazine and the website. What to bring: + You're before photos + You're after photos + Your camera + Extra money for food. Flying to the Conference? ObesityHelp has secured special airfare rates available with the American Airlines. Anyone attending the May 15 - 16, 2004 conference should book airline tickets with American Airlines Group Reservation Department at: 800-433-1790 Please use meeting code: S8454AV Booking directly with American Airlines guarantees you the following: 5% discount on lowest possible fair. (Less than 30 days booking notice) 10% discount on lowest possible fair. (31 days advance.) 10% discount on lowest possible fair. (Upgraded seating -Business class, First etc) Hotel accommodations available at the Wyndham Hotel, Arlington. Room cost $99.00 includes free shuttle to and from the airport. The hotel is located immediately adjacent to the Arlington Convention Center. No need to travel far. Free local travel with 3-mile radius of the hotel. No need to rent a car! And now for the best part Six Flags over Texas is a mere 1-mile away meaning you can never get bored! (Free shuttle service included to Six Flags!) VISIT THE WEBSITE HTTP://WWW.OBESITYHELP.COM/TEXAS2004/ OR CALL (866) 957-4636 Thank you, ObesityHelp Outreach Department