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Topic: RE: Vanderbilt Support Group Changes
i'm glad to see they are offering another option during the week. the mid day one was not an option to me since i work in murfreesboro, but i can totally try and make the 5 pm. YAY for support group time.
Topic: support group for younger folks
I live in murfreesboro, and I am in search of support group for younger WLS patients. I know that 20 to 30 somethings have different needs, and I would love to find out if a)the support group you go to has a good amount of younger folks or b) there is already a set group.
If there isn't a set group, I would love to start one! I have my therapist in the Murfreesboro area who is also a WLS patient who is willing to set up a free weekly support group (if needed) for us younger folks. If you are interested, please contact me!
Lissa
If there isn't a set group, I would love to start one! I have my therapist in the Murfreesboro area who is also a WLS patient who is willing to set up a free weekly support group (if needed) for us younger folks. If you are interested, please contact me!
Lissa
Topic: RE: Long Time No See :-}
Congratulations Scott! That is absolutely awesome. It's great to see you back on the OH site too.
Pam Davis, Certified Bariatric Nurse, Bariatric Program Director
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Topic: Long Time No See :-}
Hello guys and gals! It's been a long time since I've been around. I still hop on every once in a while to see if I see any of the old faces, and occasionally I do!
For those who don't know me, my name is Scott and I had gastric bypass back in Dec of 2007. Since then I had lost 185 pounds, but have put back on 20. Am I upset about it? Not really, but would like to lose a few more. You see, when I got to my lowest, I did not feel good. Now, I feel wonderful!!!
Enough of that, the reason I came on the forum today is to let everyone know that I was contacted by the ASBMS Foundation about using some of my photos from our 2009 Walk From Obesity. It seems that the WFO website is being revamped and they are going to use some of my shots for the site. What an honor!
I took up photography after my WLS and it became my cross-addiction. My surgery has allowed me to climb mountains in search of that perfect sunrise/sunset. It has allowed me to go on hikes and adventures looking for those gorgeous waterfalls. It has even allowed me to run, chase, and roll around on the floor while taking photographs of babies, toddlers and families. And my favorite times are those wedding shots I've gotten of friends that I met through this board!
So, make sure you keep an eye out for the new and revamped Walk From Obesity Site, and if you feel inclined, pop on over to my site and check out some of the photos I've done!
Scott
Bald Is Beautiful Photography
For those who don't know me, my name is Scott and I had gastric bypass back in Dec of 2007. Since then I had lost 185 pounds, but have put back on 20. Am I upset about it? Not really, but would like to lose a few more. You see, when I got to my lowest, I did not feel good. Now, I feel wonderful!!!
Enough of that, the reason I came on the forum today is to let everyone know that I was contacted by the ASBMS Foundation about using some of my photos from our 2009 Walk From Obesity. It seems that the WFO website is being revamped and they are going to use some of my shots for the site. What an honor!
I took up photography after my WLS and it became my cross-addiction. My surgery has allowed me to climb mountains in search of that perfect sunrise/sunset. It has allowed me to go on hikes and adventures looking for those gorgeous waterfalls. It has even allowed me to run, chase, and roll around on the floor while taking photographs of babies, toddlers and families. And my favorite times are those wedding shots I've gotten of friends that I met through this board!
So, make sure you keep an eye out for the new and revamped Walk From Obesity Site, and if you feel inclined, pop on over to my site and check out some of the photos I've done!
Scott
Bald Is Beautiful Photography
Topic: Approved
I am officially approved for my surgery. My appointment with Dr. Dyer is Jan. 27. They said I would leave that appointment with a surgery date. I am soooo excited!
Topic: RE: Depressed -- Anti-depressants?
CATHY 
Kelly I think I need antidepressants too ......either that or I need to get rid of my husband, probably either one would have a desirable effect ! LOL
CATHY 
Topic: RE: BCBS Federal Insurance question
I have BCBS Medicare not Federal, so not sure of your details. Mine is paying 100% as long as I stayed in TN and went to a COE. However, the Program Fee was paid out of Pocket, which is why I got the breakdown from his office and highlited what it covered. I hope to get as much back as I can.
Dr. B gives liquid Lortab unless it's not enough. My husband had his in NYC with Dr. Pomp a month ago and had morphine (the brat, LOL) but he has a different insurance than I do)
Depending on your surgery, you can handle up a pill up to the size of a small apsirin (but nothing that is NSAID based), just that size.
And you're welcome.
Liz
Dr. B gives liquid Lortab unless it's not enough. My husband had his in NYC with Dr. Pomp a month ago and had morphine (the brat, LOL) but he has a different insurance than I do)
Depending on your surgery, you can handle up a pill up to the size of a small apsirin (but nothing that is NSAID based), just that size.
And you're welcome.
Liz
Duodenal Switch (Lap) 01-24-11 | Surgeon: Stephen Boyce | High weight: 250 in 2002 | Surgery weight: 203 | Lowest weight: 121 | Current weight: 135 | Goal weight: 135
Topic: RE: BCBS Federal Insurance question
Beside the program fee, how much did you end up paying for the surgery? Do you have BCBS FED?
while I have you on herre, what does dr boyce do for pain management post op? I have never had surgery and am petrified of the pain. Can you get a small pill instead of liquid lortab? Someone told me they were able to take a very small pill (either demoral or dilaudid) .
Thanks
H
while I have you on herre, what does dr boyce do for pain management post op? I have never had surgery and am petrified of the pain. Can you get a small pill instead of liquid lortab? Someone told me they were able to take a very small pill (either demoral or dilaudid) .
Thanks
H
Topic: RE: Does Tenncare Medicaid pay for revision or conversion?
I now have an appt with Dr Boyce on the 9th. Thanks for your advice. It was very much appreciated.
Roux-en-y (9-14-2009)
Highest 315 / Surgery 272 / Current 205 / Goal 175
Highest 315 / Surgery 272 / Current 205 / Goal 175
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