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Topic: RE: Nashville Surgeons
I've got to agree - My Surgeon is Dr. Houston and he is terriffic. The great thing though, is that its not just Doctor Houston but the entire team at Centennial Medical Center for the Treatment of Obesity that you get. They have a staff of nutritionists that are top flight, an exercise physiologist whos fantastic, and an entire support team that manages support groups, psychologist led support groups, etc. that all also come along with the package.
I couldn't give them any higher recommendation. I feel that Centennial really helped me save my life. I am almost 5 months out and almost 100 lbs down. I am healthier than I have ever been and wearing clothes that I havent been able to fit since High School.
Nothing speaks better than results.
I couldn't give them any higher recommendation. I feel that Centennial really helped me save my life. I am almost 5 months out and almost 100 lbs down. I am healthier than I have ever been and wearing clothes that I havent been able to fit since High School.
Nothing speaks better than results.
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160 lbs lost. Surgeons Goal Reached in 33 weeks. My Goal in 37 Weeks.
VSG: 11/2/2011; LBL+Thigh Lift+BL: 10/3/2012; Brach+Mastopexy: 7/22/2013
Topic: RE: Knoxville?
We hope to be somewhere around Norris Lake.
Dawn
Keep A Song In Your Heart!
Life Is A Song, Love Is The Music!
Keep A Song In Your Heart!
Life Is A Song, Love Is The Music!
Topic: RE: Knoxville?
I live in North Knoxville and love it! Born and raised in this area. Home prices are still very reasonable around here; West Knoxville has more shopping and activities. North is a little quieter. Are you looking into a certain community?
Heather, Realize Band, 2/24/12
297/268
HW/CW
Currently 4cc
297/268
HW/CW
Currently 4cc
k9ophile
on 3/15/12 4:13 am
on 3/15/12 4:13 am
Topic: RE: Nashville Surgeons
Dr. Hugh Houston has taken on "orphans"; he's very personable and knowledgeable. He did my DS, so I am a bit biased, yet everything I said is true:)
"Our ultimate freedom is the right and power to decide how anybody or anything outside ourselves will affect us." Stephen Covey
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Topic: Nashville Surgeons
I am relocating to the Nashville area in June. I had surgery in February and would like to find a doc to take over my care when I move.
Any suggestions?
Any suggestions?
Sheila 
Topic: Plastic Surgeon In Memphis
I too am looking for a PS in Memphis.... I have "googled" the topic in general but obviously want someone VERY experienced with WLS patients!
Thanks!!!
Thanks!!!
Topic: Plastic Surgeon?
Hi everyone,
I live in FL but I am from TN. It would easy to come there for surgery. Anyone have a great doc that they would suggest?
Thanks!
I live in FL but I am from TN. It would easy to come there for surgery. Anyone have a great doc that they would suggest?
Thanks!
VSG Aug 9, 2010 with Dr. Shieh in Fort Myers, FL 
HW 366 Day of Surgery 334
PS: Extended TT, Arm Lift, Fat Transfer to the rear 6/6/2012.
HW 366 Day of Surgery 334
PS: Extended TT, Arm Lift, Fat Transfer to the rear 6/6/2012.
Topic: RE: I rarely post anymore, but... here's some 20-month post-op pics!
Can't believe you locked your profile and removed your pics. The wife and I were at Kroger today and saw you. The wife could not believe it was you. I tried to pull up your pics to show her but can't now.
Was gonna speak to you but you were talking on the phone. Congrats to you. you have been doing great and look awesome.
Was gonna speak to you but you were talking on the phone. Congrats to you. you have been doing great and look awesome.
Topic: RE: No replies beforebut maybe this time.
Hi Gin
My husband had RNY along with me (one month apart).
We both had different health issues.
He had been diabetic for 20+years insulin dependent at time of surgery , high blood pressure, and starting kidney issues.
He ran blood sugars in the 350 range before surgery. It took 1 year out and he decreased from over 65 units a day to around 6 a day.
Then he stepped on something his foot became infected and got MRSA. They put him on antibiotics that caused him to have acute kidney failure. They fixed the acute failure BUT his function is down now. And he has become hypoglycemic because the kidney does not process the insulin out of his body.as effectively. He no longer takes insulin and we have to keep a watch for the hypoglycemia making sure he eats enough.
MY point being is if you had been a diabetic before and are now experiencing hypoglycemia you may need to have your kidney filtration rate checked to see if you have had any downward progression in kidney function.
His blood pressure issue did not correct itself with the RNY surgery.
I was borderline diabetic and have had normal 70-80 fasting blood sugars now.
My borderline Hypertension did correct itself with the RNY surgery.
My surgery was more preventative, my husbands surgery was more for trying to improve outcome ongoing health issues. Saving his kidney function from having to process so much blood from being overweight was one big one.
My husband had RNY along with me (one month apart).
We both had different health issues.
He had been diabetic for 20+years insulin dependent at time of surgery , high blood pressure, and starting kidney issues.
He ran blood sugars in the 350 range before surgery. It took 1 year out and he decreased from over 65 units a day to around 6 a day.
Then he stepped on something his foot became infected and got MRSA. They put him on antibiotics that caused him to have acute kidney failure. They fixed the acute failure BUT his function is down now. And he has become hypoglycemic because the kidney does not process the insulin out of his body.as effectively. He no longer takes insulin and we have to keep a watch for the hypoglycemia making sure he eats enough.
MY point being is if you had been a diabetic before and are now experiencing hypoglycemia you may need to have your kidney filtration rate checked to see if you have had any downward progression in kidney function.
His blood pressure issue did not correct itself with the RNY surgery.
I was borderline diabetic and have had normal 70-80 fasting blood sugars now.
My borderline Hypertension did correct itself with the RNY surgery.
My surgery was more preventative, my husbands surgery was more for trying to improve outcome ongoing health issues. Saving his kidney function from having to process so much blood from being overweight was one big one.
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