NORTHERN ONTARIO BARIATRIC SUPPORT GROUP
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Topic: Sault Ste. Marie
Anyone from SSM? I'm going for my surgery on May 5th and would love to hear from you to see how well you managed your follow up in Toronto.
Topic: RE: Are there any 3 wks post-ops out there???
Hey there,
I can safely say that the pre-op diet was the hardest part of the process. Optifast is disgusting! I used lots of ice and blocked my nose and chugged! I only used the Chocolate. But it will be over before you know it. I was on it for 3 weeks and lost 12 lbs. You won't be hungry after your surgery trust me! In box me anytimem. Good luck and keep me posted!
I can safely say that the pre-op diet was the hardest part of the process. Optifast is disgusting! I used lots of ice and blocked my nose and chugged! I only used the Chocolate. But it will be over before you know it. I was on it for 3 weeks and lost 12 lbs. You won't be hungry after your surgery trust me! In box me anytimem. Good luck and keep me posted!
Mamazoune
Topic: RE: Are there any 3 wks post-ops out there???
Hey there,
I am 3 weeks pre-op and like you said this board is very quiet, but I would love to talk to someone who can relate to what I am going through and answer some of my questions. Right now I am on my 4th day of Opti Fast, and it's a challenge. I am hungry, especially in the evening. I thought the shakes would have been more filling. I am trying to keep busy to keep my mind off the hunger, but man is it ever hard when I have to prepare meals for my 4 yr old son. Do you have any tips on what got you through this process?
Topic: RE: North Bay and area support group?
Hi everyone,
I am from the North Bay Area...and just started my journey with a referral in July. I have not hear yet about my information session yet...just anxiously awaiting any news!
Nelli
I am from the North Bay Area...and just started my journey with a referral in July. I have not hear yet about my information session yet...just anxiously awaiting any news!
Nelli
Topic: North Bay Support Group - Facebook
If you are in North Bay, there is a new North Bay Bariatric group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/393807077351074/
North Bay and Area Bariatric Support Group
- I have been a member of many Bariatric support groups, but none specifically for those in the North Bay area. I hope this can become a hub for us to discuss challenges, goals, fears, and successes. ...
Topic: Are there any 3 wks post-ops out there???
Hey there,
Just noticed that this board is pretty quiet! I am 3 wks post-op and wondering if anyone is at the same point as me or close in this journey?
Just noticed that this board is pretty quiet! I am 3 wks post-op and wondering if anyone is at the same point as me or close in this journey?
Mamazoune
Topic: RE: North Bay and area support group?
Well that's the spirit!! The gash on the left side was the sorest for me and it took a little longer to heal for both my surgeries (putting in and taking out a lap band) Make sure to take your pain pills and get plenty of rest especially the first week. Walking around is really important too but don't overdo it:) Take care!
Mamazoune
Topic: RE: North Bay and area support group?
I am doing very well ... one sore spot yet, (surgery was this past Monday) so I can't complain. Learning to listen to my body is a new challenge for me. I've never been very good at doing that ... I usually just push on, pain or no pain, because I have been so rarely without it. I don't regret going for the surgery ... I feel I am doing better now, than I have with previous surgeries. I've very happy with my results ... I will be posting an update later this evening for everyone to see ... :)
Referral Received July 28, 2010. Orientation at Toronto Western Hospital April 20, 2011. Surgeon consult May 11, 2012. Pre-admission July 13, 2012. Surgery July 23, 2012, St. Mike's Hospital, Toronto. Officially on the bench!
Thank you Dr. Rotstein!
Thank you Dr. Rotstein!
Topic: RE: North Bay and area support group?
Hi there,
How did your surgery go? I live in the North Bay area as well....scheduled for surgery August 1st....hope you are doing well :)
How did your surgery go? I live in the North Bay area as well....scheduled for surgery August 1st....hope you are doing well :)
Mamazoune
Topic: RE: Wait times?
I think you may have one more meeting with the dietition and a class and then meet the surgeon sometime in between.
But, it depends on what the test results say, If you have any problems, they will likely want to you address them first, I would think.
Your nurse will likely review the results with you and then let you know next steps.
Cheers
But, it depends on what the test results say, If you have any problems, they will likely want to you address them first, I would think.
Your nurse will likely review the results with you and then let you know next steps.
Cheers
