Question:
I sure would like to see more people fill out a

profile so that when people ask a question on OH, the people that answer it can get a better understanding or read a little history behind them. It really helps to know a little about the person. Sometimes people don't say in their post what type of surgery they had and then the people that answer can go to their profile and read more info to be able to give a better detailed answer. I really hope a lot people read this post and fill out their profile. We are a friendly group here, and it would be nice to take the time for a profile.    — Kristy (posted on September 17, 2009)

September 17, 2009
I agree with your suggestion! I'm awaiting insurance approval and I find this site to be extremely helpful. I spend alot of time reading the Q&A - which has been so informative. I am surprised how many people do not have a profile. I so appreciate being able to read the profiles and history including the ups and downs. I'm trying to get as educated as possible and the realistic views and candid stories are so important to me as I go through the process. I look forward to "paying it forward" to others after my surgery. THANKS!
   — looking4ward

September 18, 2009
I agree with the previous poster. I too am awaiting approval and like to look at profiles, but I skip right past the ones with no information. I love the updates profiles and looking at their pictures for education and inspiration!
   — eyeflirt4fun

September 18, 2009
I haven't filled out a profile because in this day and age it's a bit scarey to me to give out info about myself. One never know's who is reading it. 99% of the readers are on the up and and up but what about the ones who are looking for mischief/ That's what concerns me. I would appreciate other people's feedback on that. Peggy
   — katiecakes

September 18, 2009
I have my page filled out but private, reason being last 2 years i have been dealing with a guy who claims he likes big women but then steals their photos and posts them on his yahoo groups for losers to look at...i came about this thanks to a friend who saw me in a youtube video calling me Massive Michele. I would never call my self anything like that, and those photos that were being used were only on one site...here on OH...so that loser came here to a site that is about helping ourselves with our health and he is making lite of it so now i am very guarded with my photos...
   — [Deactivated Member]

September 21, 2009
People don't need to post personal information as to where they live etc. I was refering to the story of how and why you decided to have wls. A lot of people reading that are new to the site that are feeling alone may read someone's profile and know that they are not alone in the battle to over come being over weight. That is my thought and where I was going with the profile. I know for myself, I can't help or answer someone's question fully if they don't elebrate on it, I can't go into their profile and read more to see where they are coming from. I guess I am just to helpful.
   — Kristy

September 24, 2009
I agree for more information. I'm still evaluating the choices (lap band, RNY, or none). I want to know everything people have and are experiencing both pre-op and post-op. It is a big decision but I'm having trouble getting or finding information from people to trust on sites. I was directed to this site by my surgeon yet see very little interaction of local patients experience and feelings.
   — drcrews