Cathy W. wrote a blog post 10 years ago
Knee Surgery and WLS - Due to many years of being obese, my knees are bone on bone.  I went to my ortho surgeon and have scheduled a date for my surgery.  I wish I would have known all those years ago th...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years ago
Ready for a new GIVEAWAY? - We're celebrating the latest addition to ObesityHelp, the Product Directory, with a NEW GIVEAWAY.  We've partnered with PatchMD for this giveaway.  PatchMD is an alternative for ba...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years ago
Reaady for a new GIVEAWAY? - We're celebrating the latest addition to ObesityHelp, the Product Directory, with a NEW GIVEAWAY.  We've partnered with PatchMD for this giveaway.  PatchMD is an alternative for ba...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years ago
Want to Calculate Your Kid's Stash? - Are M&M's, Kit Kat, Reese's and Skittles some of your (or your kiddos') favorites?  Check this calculator.  That information is only for the small portions. 

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 1 month ago
Launching soon! - We are excited to announce a new addition to ObesityHelp - the updated OH Product Directory.  Updated Product Directory: The OH Product Directory has been revamped to make it e...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 1 month ago
Launching soon! - We are excited to announce a new addition to ObesityHelp - the updated OH Product Directory.  Updated Product Directory: The OH Product Directory has been revamped to make it eas...

Cathy W. posted a comment 10 years, 1 month ago
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Cathy W. wrote a blog post 10 years, 1 month ago
13 Years! - Yesterday was my 13th year surgery anniversary.  It was a different surgery anniversary than I've had in the past.While I knew it was my anniversary, it was overshadowed by other t...

Cathy W. wrote a blog post 10 years, 1 month ago
Getting sick and head hunger - Last night I had a slight sore throat.  This morning, I woke up and had a definite sore throat, horrible headache and slightly congested.  Whenever I get sick, I really get sick.  ...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 1 month ago
OH Member Sarah (Saralicious) on The Doctors show - OH member and OAC's Member of the Year, Saralicious will be on The Doctors television show today.  Sarah is a dedicated advocate for the Lymphedema Treatment Act and shares her sto...

Cathy W. posted a comment 10 years, 1 month ago
Welcome back and congratulations on making the decision to move...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 1 month ago
* List of Questions to Choose a Bariatric Surgeon - It is important to interview bariatric surgeons and plastic surgeons before selecting your surgeon.  ObesityHelp has provided lists of questions for you to review and use.  Be your...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 1 month ago
Update on the notification issue - We're excited to update everyone that the notification issue has been resolved by our IT Team.  Members should now receive notifications!!  If you have any issues receiving a notif...

Cathy W. wrote a blog post 10 years, 1 month ago
An unfortunate way to get back on track - After a long period of time of not being on track, it took health issues to get me back on track. Due to being obese for so many years, I have to get a knee replacement.  I am bon...

Cathy W. posted a comment 10 years, 1 month ago
Too bad that you got pulled over but AWESOME, GREAT at your NSV!...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
Goal: Not to eat Halloween candy 2014 - The bags of Halloween candy are lining the aisles of stores, ugh!  In years past, I've rationalized eating a few because they are so small that "they won't be a big deal" but they ...

Cathy W. added a goal 10 years, 2 months ago
Not eat any Halloween candy 2014

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
Guidelines from the American Society of Metabolic - The American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) is the largest society for bariatrics in the world.  Since its inception in 1983, the ASMBS has provided guidelines,...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
Fellow VSG'er Graham Elliot reveals at the #2014 C - You've been asking and waiting but here it is - The videos of VSG post-op Graham's first ever "Fireside Chat" interview. You'll find out what he has to say about how having weight ...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
At the OH Conference #OH2014, Graham Elliot reveal - Check out the videos of Graham's first ever "Fireside Chat" interview. You'll find out what he has to say about how having weight loss surgery has impacted his wife and kids, find ...

Cathy W. posted a comment 10 years, 3 months ago
So many smiling faces in this group photo. Nice to see Graham...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
Dr. Gilberto Ungson - We are excited to let you know that Dr. Gilberto Ungson will be frequently joining this message board.  Dr. Ungson will reply with answers to some of your questions and support you...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
Members Speak.....If you could, would you? - If you could go back to your decision to have weight loss surgery, would you still have it?  (Replies may be used by OH for a future article and/or newsletter.)

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
*New episode* Obesity Chat with Dr. Alvarez - Dr. Alvarez is sharing the new Obesity Chat with us.  It can be found at www.obesitychat.com or the latest episode's direct link is:   http://guillermoalvarez.podomatic.com/e...

Cathy W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
Did you miss it? - Did you miss the keynote by Graham Elliot?  You can see Parts 1 and 2 of the "Fireside Chat" style interview with Graham on the life updates feed.  It is informative and inspiratio...
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