For those intereseted in OSU

First....GO BUCKS! Big game today! Second, for those of you interested or thinking about OSU for surgery, I am proud to say we have a brand new website that covers just about everything, and the new Bariatric Surgery section is up and running! Next, bragging rights! My hubby and I along with 2 other people are the success stories they posted. I was very flattered when they asked us to do this! This surgery has changed my life so much, I find myself doing more and more with it, and if and when the opportunity presents itself, or I can find it, I know I want my nursing career to go in that direction. I know it sounds corny, but you know, I really believe this is my calling. So, if you or anyone you know is interested check it out! Feel free to email me too if there is anything I can help with! http://medicalcenter.osu.edu/patientcare/hospitalsandservices/programs/weightmanagement/bariatric/index.cfm Valerie Curry, RN Lap RNY 07/10/2003 268/172/145 -61" overall If this were easy my ex husband would be doing it!

Thanks Valerie for the information. The website is really nice. I have went to one of the support groups, but you were on the other side of the room from me. Next meeting I attend I will be sure to stop and introduce myself. I am down 16lbs on my supervised diet. Only 3 months to go. After my PCP sends the results to OSU we will see what happens. Keep your fingers crossed for me. Have a Happy Thanksgiving! and GO BUCKS!!! Hugs, Julie

Hey Julie!!! YEAH BABY BUCKEYES ARE THE BOMB!!!! Can you tell I am celebrating the win? BOOYAH! Please please introduce yourself!!! I would love to meet you in person!!! I will try to behave myself. Sometimes I get into trouble...LOL we all just have a great time there! You will find some tremendous support in that room. That is AWESOME GIRL!! Any weight loss is great! Keep up the great work, the more weight you can take off prior to surgery the better off you will be! I will keep my toes, fingers and whatever other body parts I can keep crossed for you!!! You have a great Thanksgiving! Big hugs! Valerie

I was snorkeling in Key Largo today and the boat captain was getting OSU updates from someone on the phone. I couldn't believe it!!! What was the final score? The BUCKS really came back in the second half, right?"

We just dominated for most of the game! It was a great one! BTW~I am jealous jealous jealous!!! Snorkeling in Key Largo!!! Man that had to be awesome! Check your email, I will send you the story from Channel 10! Hugs! Val

Valerie...Love the site. I have often wonder why OSU did not have that before...glad to see it up and running! That is so fantastic about you and your hubby...congrats to you both. This surgery is such an amazing tool! I follow up with Dr. Needleman at the end of the month for my 1 year visit. Still going strong with no problems. Karie...-119 pounds and still going!

Isn't it neat, and yes, I think it is about time! We are a great place and we need to get the info out there!! I am so thankful everyday for this surgery! You look fabu darling!! Tell Dr. Needleman I said "Hey!" He's a great guy. Hugs! Val

Hi Valerie, The new site is wonderful and the "Success Story" page is a great inspiration especially to pre op patients. You look amazing and I don't think your comments about your call is corny, because I feel the same way. I beleive my calling is going to be helping others in the area of obesity and WLS. Continued best wishes to you. Oh I almost forgot ... GO BUCKS !!! Georgeann

Thanks Georgann! It is such a wonderful thing that you just can't help but share the joy!! I think we are supposed to help and take care of each other, the world becomes a better place when we do! You know I am keeping those prayers for you and your journey! Just keep us posted and hang in, the ride of your life is just getting ready to start!! HUGS! Val

OSU??? OSU??? WHAT'S THAT??? I DON'T REMEMBER ANY DOCTOR NAMED OSU? IS THE JAPANEESE? OSU, HUMMM, I THINK I MIGHT HAVE READ SOMETHING ABOUT IT ONCE IN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL. . . . . YIIPPPEEEEE, WE BEAT THE PANTS OFF OF THAT PLACE UP NORTH!!! GO BUCKS!!! JUST HAD TO TEASE YOU!!! HUGS, SUSIE