Hello! Anyone else a REVISION from vsg to rny?

Hi All!  

Greetings from the Deep South (of Canada, that is).  I have a revision from vsg to rny scheduled for May 13th.  My surgeon is Dr John Hagen at Humber River in Toronto.

Quickie background-  I had a vsg in 2009, lost 90 lbs and kept it off 3 yrs.  Developed severe depression in 2011 and due to the meds and the illness, gained 70 back, but they look and feel like 100. I suddenly have back fat, an apron and thighs that greet each other continuously as I walk. 

I am a single mom, and need to do this for myself and my kids.

has anyone else had this revision?  Any thoughts, experiences, comments etc, appreciated :)

G.

Hi G, I had a VBG in 90s..Dr Hagan did my revision June 27/13..He is the best at what he does.. My advice is follow the rules and you cant go wrong..I reached my original goal weight 140lbs at less than 9 months out..I started out at 277 lbs.. I have had ZERO issues so far.. They say revisions do not do as well but I proving them wrong. You get what you give with this tool. Just remember this surgery does not fix our heads. I will cheer you on G, Dr Hagan is great. Good luck and keep posting .....Krista...

Thank you so much for sharing your experience!  That gives me so much hope.  Continued good luck to you :)

G.

I have not had a revision but Dr Hagen did my RNY and I will tell you he is an amazing surgeon. I've worked in healthcare for 20+ yrs and I'm do glad fate put me in his capable hands

He was so nice when I had my consult.  I am glad to hear you back that up. :).  

G.

Very best wishes to you! Not a revision sorry, so I can't offer any experience there, but I did have RNY 8 years ago with Dr. Hagen and I truly can't say enough positive things about him. You're in excellent hands. Keep us posted!