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caroline2622
on 2/5/11 4:07 pm - Woodbridge , VA
VSG on 09/30/08 with
Topic: RE: FIRST TIMER

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 !

 
               lost 140 lbs     

             Extended TT 12/072009     Plastic Surgeon Mitchell Krieger                     
sdw21
on 2/5/11 12:19 pm - VA
Topic: RE: FIRST TIMER
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
caroline2622
on 2/4/11 6:37 pm - Woodbridge , VA
VSG on 09/30/08 with
Topic: RE: FIRST TIMER
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
 
               lost 140 lbs     

             Extended TT 12/072009     Plastic Surgeon Mitchell Krieger                     
sdw21
on 2/4/11 11:19 am - VA
Topic: RE: FIRST TIMER

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?

caroline2622
on 2/1/11 8:57 am - Woodbridge , VA
VSG on 09/30/08 with
Topic: RE: FIRST TIMER
Welcome to the VA Forum   We need lots of newbies to get this forum back in action.  Look forward to hearing from you soon
 
               lost 140 lbs     

             Extended TT 12/072009     Plastic Surgeon Mitchell Krieger                     
caroline2622
on 2/1/11 8:55 am - Woodbridge , VA
VSG on 09/30/08 with
Topic: RE: Problems With Fingernails

I did not have issues with my nails until I had my gallbladder and a colonoscopy in the same month.   Now my nails are peeling and chipping.      I was off my routine with my protein.   It could be that.

I have been making sure my nails are oiled and been using protective nail polish.  Increasing my proteins    We will see if they get better. 

Take care.  

 
               lost 140 lbs     

             Extended TT 12/072009     Plastic Surgeon Mitchell Krieger                     
caroline2622
on 2/1/11 8:49 am - Woodbridge , VA
VSG on 09/30/08 with
Topic: RE: day number 10
try some gas-x   Not sure of the exact name

 Watch when drinking not to take in too much air.   Pretty much you should be sipping slowly fluids all day long.    Just take it slow.   Make sure no straws that can take in more air too.

I did not have a gas problem   Hope the suggestions help.   

Take it easy and one day at a time.    
 
               lost 140 lbs     

             Extended TT 12/072009     Plastic Surgeon Mitchell Krieger                     
tmctnrice
on 2/1/11 7:39 am - Newport News, VA
Topic: RE: New to Newport News, VA
Hello, I too am in Newport News and just moved here in Oct.  Like you I moved here with my husband and 3 kids and do not know anybody here and YES meeting new people in a new place is AWKWARD. I am hoping to have WLS soon. I went to the seminar and the psyc evaluation. Now I have my first one on one consult with my doc tomorrow. I am seeing Dr. Terracena  and am terrified of what may or may not happen. I too am looking for a support group. I am looking for a good gym to join. I'm strongly considering the Y so the whole family can go through the journey with me. Congrats on all of you success and may it continue.

Melanie Rice
                
callinwildfire
on 2/1/11 6:28 am - Levels, WV
Topic: RE: day number 10
Hi, During surgery air is actually pumped into your stomach cavity, therefore causing major gas afterwards. Walking will help, but if it it is intolerable, call your drs. office and see if they will recommend something over the counter. As far as the thirst goes, sip, sip, sip, and after a month or two it wil settle down. But it is important that you try to keep a drink beside of you so that you do  not become dehydrated. Best of luck and welcome to the losers bench, Pam.
albemarlepippin
on 2/1/11 4:37 am - Scottsville, VA
Topic: RE: UVA information and opinions
Can you send me any support info.

Thanks!

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