maybe future newbie need your help

Hello to all you ladies and gents. I may be moving to the Knoxville/Maryville area and was hoping to find out some information about the area, of course Ive ordered the city guide but would rather talk to those that live there or near there. I need to find a surgeon that can take over my after care.  My husband is in the Army and is being stationed in Knoxville, he will be a recruiter. I was thinking of returning to my home town in NC but dont really want to be without my dh for 3yrs. Im just tired of moving, so any information  you could give me would be appreciated. I also need to find a support group in that area. Maybe if I could make friends in that area and find a good doctor I wouldn't have all these worries about moving. Also my son will be starting the 9th Grade next year and Im worried about the schools there, not saying they are bad but I just had a bad exerience with the schools here in Georgia, trust me I hate living here and cannot wait to get out but....... that is why Ive been thinking about going home I know whats there but its not fair to not give TN a shot. Please if any of you can help me out I would be so greatful! We will be moving sometime in Mar or if we can get a authorization we will stay here until my son finishes the school year. Thanks

Donna, I live in Sevierville, just outside of Knoxville.  I moved here almost 10 years ago from Memphis.  I love east Tennessee!  But, it does take some getting used to.  Dr Stepen Boyce is a Bariatric Surgeon in west Knoxville at Parkwest Comprehensive Weight Loss Center.  It is a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence.  It is also part of Covenant Health which is the largest healthcare provider in east Tennessee with about 9000 employees. Dr. Boyce is also a really nice guy.  They have several support groups through there.  The only reason that I didn't use him is because I had to have a complicated revision and he hadn't done a whole lot of them and my surgeon had done more than 400.   Living on the west side of Knoxville is the best.  Farragut High School is real good.  There is a new high school opening in the fall, Hardin Valley High.  It is in the west as well.  My niece went to Karns High School and her family was very pleased with it. If you would like, PM me and I will give you my telephone number. Marilyn

Thank you so much it really means a lot to me to hear you say those things. Im feeling better and better about the move, and now I have a new friend  thanks again! I noticed you had surgery on 12/21 that is my sons B-day!!  Thanks

Hey Donna,
Dr. Boyce and his staff are wonderful and I know that they will see you. Their phone number is 865-694-9756 and they are located in West Knoxville. They also have a website if you want to check it out, http://www.parkwestcwlc.com. He has a very dedicated staff that really love what they do and are very supportive and encouraging.
Schools- we live in North Knox County and love it here in Halls. West Knoxville is great too. My husband works at Farragut High School, it seems so big at first but it does not take long to get use to it...He even said yesterday that the kids there are so loving to each other.
Maryville is a great area too, I worked at the health dept there for years. Maryville City Schools are really good too.
Good luck and if I can help you any more please let me know.
Betsy

Thank you so much for the information and I will for sure go check things out. I do appreciate everybody giving me information, makes life a little easier for me believe it or not. maybe once I get there I can meet you all. Thanks

Janie ~ i live in the N'vill area, and know nothing about the K'vill area except how beautiful it is over there. however, know that we are all right here for you to help support you, too! And this group is amazing support, not only for your wls issues, but anything that you feel like sharing - there's always going to be people here that care and share and lift you up... Consider this an early "WELCOME" to TN and the TN Board!  By the way, we just started a mini-goal challenge, running Feb. 15 - March 17th. If you'd like to get on board, just let me know your starting weight, and how much you'd like to lose by 3-17. I'll add you to the list and check in with you to see how you did... (See the post "Let the leprachauns have it" - or something like that!) We already have 14 people participating - it makes it fun! ~ Tara

Hi Donna, just stopp'n by to say Welcome, hon. So glad to have in our state. We welcome you with open arms. Although some of us are located in Nashville area,, just thought you might need a wonderful Hello. Hugs Barb

Thank you so much! So far it seems like everybody in TN are very nice thoughtful people. I can't wait I think i will be a great move especially if everybody there is as nice as all of you are. Hugs

Hi Donna Being a military brat, along with my wife We certainly understand the burdens of moving, not all moves are good moves.  But the Knoxville area is such a unique area with UT it brings people from all walks of life and a combination of country and big city atmosphere. Then your right at the edge of the Smokey Mountains with great parks. I think you'll like the area.  There are also alot of Army wives from Ft. Campbell who post on this board so they will be able to help on any unique military questions you might have.  Welcome to UT country!  Thanks to you and your husband for the sacrifices you make daily for the good of ourselves and country.   Bob  

Thank you so much Bob. It seems everybody so far from TN has given me nothing but great information haven't heard anything negative which is a good thing. Im feeling much better about the move. Thank you! Thank you! Such a wonderful group of people you all are. Hugs Donna