FIRST TIMER

Hello everyone, I stumbled on this site while looking for information  on the Roux-en-Y and found so much more!  I am really glad there is a Virginia fourm it is always nice to know that others in your area have made the same choice.

Welcome to the VA Forum   We need lots of newbies to get this forum back in action.  Look forward to hearing from you soon

Hello -- It has just occured to me that I might need to have weight loss surgery.  I can often loose some weight but can never seem to keep it off.  I don't know where to start.  I was thinking of the Lap band but only because it seemed less invasive.  Can anyone give some advice?

Where are you located?     Suggest you get involved with a local hospital bariatric program ... Make sure it is a hospital of bariatric excellance.    Many hospitals offer seminars to explain the different types of surgeries.  

Just keep in mind these surgeries are just a tool.  We have to change our lives as well.   You will need to do your research .    Everyone has their own ideas of what is the best surgery for them

Good luck and keep in touch

Actually, i am located in Woodbridge, VA.  How do you find out whichare hospitals of excellence. 

I get the wanting to change your life, it's just so hard and so discouraging to try have some sucess and then gain it all back and then some.  I thoughtthings might be better if I could get some help

I am new to this site as well. I want to have WLS but I am very nervous. I am thinking about having the gastric sleeve. Any advice would be great!

check out the hospital section on here.   I highly suggest checking out the Fair Oaks Hospital program.  All their anestisits are bariatric trained.    You want the best.    Dr Moazzez is a superior surgeon.   

I did not choose Potomac Hospital as they have a great many issues with suck anestisits.   I have 1st hand knowledge.  Only go to Fair Oaks now.  

Do your reasearch and go to presentations.  Just remember this is only a tool and we have to make life time changes.  We are all a work in progress.  

Good luck !