Just wondering if any neighborhoods in SW Washington was planning on attending this event.

 Hope someone answers, would love to know more.  I am wanting plastics also.  Hope you find what you are looking for....

Congratulations on both your recent weight loss and your "birthday". Nine years is HUGE! My significant other will have 3 years on February 18th, and I am so proud of him. We have nearly 9 years together, and the past 3 have been the best. 

My neighbor and friend got her Lap-Band in June 2010 and another close friend August 2009. We all have our struggles, but look to each other for support when we need it.  

It sounds like your on the right track, and I hope that you have the support you need for continued success.  Just go for it - you can do it. 

Good luck!  

It would be great if you could make it to one of our meetings sometime in Marysville.

Take care!

I'm now my one year out and will have my final surgical appointment on Tuesday.  Has anyone recently pursued plastic surgery at Madigan and if so what was your experience.  I know they started charing last summer.  Did that make you reconsider?  Tell me your experience.  Also has anyone tried or used the UW Plastic Surgery residence program.  Was the cost more affordable yet satisfactory.  Trying to weigh my options.  Looking for breast, arms, thighs, tummy and eventually a face lifts.  What is the most affordable yet good option available?

The Bariatric department of University of Washington accepts both. Medicare is a little quicker, as Medicaid does require the six month pre-op gig. Took me about six months anyway, cuz I had to quit smoking. They WILL NOT do surgery on a smoker. I am so glad too because I never thought I could quit cigs, but that motivated me. Chantix works!!