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scalingback1
Mashpee, MA
Member Since: 02/13/10
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Topic: Recommendation for plastic surgeon or PS clinic in MA?
I am looking for a plastic surgeon in MA or New England.  Does anyone have suggestions. Also if you would share what your procedure cost that wouldbe so helpful. Also, has anyone used a residency clinic and was there a discount?  I have been all over the plastic surgery board and there is very little New England input. Thanks in advance!
Paula
          
 First goal reached at one year.    
 "What is, is. What will be, is what you make it."  Unknown

   
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S.W.
Member Since: 05/21/12
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Topic: RE: Severe Gas Pain
When I read you had antibiotics I knew what you had.  Antibiotics kills all the GOOD bacteria in the gut, along with the bad.  The bad bacteria are then allowed to proliferate which cause the gas, bloating & other problems.  I learned this many years ago.
Now, doctors are finally recommending taking probiotics every time you take antibiotics for any infection.
You can start probiotics now to start getting the healthy flora back in the gut.
You can buy them at the pharmacy or a health food store.
Warning - start slowly & build up the dose, otherwise you can increase the problem.
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Karla Rapoza
MA
Member Since: 07/19/11
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Topic: RE: 8 months post op ???
Thanks for the info Thas what im doing now changing things up and that seemed to work i hit my goal weight now im just on the maintance part but weight is still comming off lil by lil
    Karla
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jugilber
MA
Member Since: 10/24/09
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Topic: RE: 8 months post op ???
shake up your workout...and increase your intensity...if you walk jog, if you jog run...or just increase your intensity of any machines you do...switch machines...as your body does get used to your workout...you need to create muscle confusion to wake them up...
Anyhow hope this was helpful..
Julie
         
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jugilber
MA
Member Since: 10/24/09
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Topic: RE: Revision? Where?
If I am not mistaked Dr Hess at boston medical center is now doins DS surgery...the team is awesome...I not only work at BMC but I had my RNY done there as well.  Dr Hess and his team are truely amazing...from nutritionist to social worker the program is great...I am 2 years out as a matter os fact today is my surgiversary....yeah me!!!  I am down almost 100lbs.  I have gained 5 lbs back but I think it is muscle as I know train quite a bit...added a lot of muscle mass...so no worries!!!
Anyhow if you have any questions please message me here or privately and I will do all i can to help you.
Thanks
Julie
         
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Lynn B
Member Since: 05/26/05
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Topic: RE: Revision? Where?
 If you haven't already, post on the DS board, they have a list of doctors that actually do DS. I believe there is finally one in MA but I'm not positive. Previously the closest DS surgeon was in NY. 

Lynn B
Banded 9/12/2005 ~ Revision to VSG on 9/7/2010

Looking for a support group - near Bridgewater MA - we've got a great one! We meet the last Monday of the month @ 6:30.



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kardon
Member Since: 02/18/12
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Topic: RE: Goal Reached
Steven: You're doing so well. Congrats!!!
    
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Karla Rapoza
MA
Member Since: 07/19/11
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Topic: RE: Goal Reached
Thank you I feel 100 times better :)
    Karla
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Lisa_Love
North Brookfield, MA
Member Since: 06/12/10
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Topic: RE: Goal Reached
Congrats to you!
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Steven S.
MA
VSG (04/12/12)
Member Since: 02/15/12
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Topic: RE: Goal Reached
Congrats!!! That is most awesome!
        
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Karla Rapoza
MA
Member Since: 07/19/11
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Topic: Goal Reached
Just wanted to say I REACHED my GOAL it took me 9 months and i am down 120 pounds :) 
It has been a great journey and i would do it over again if i had to.... I am just on maintance now but im still having problems eating certain foods... IM so Excited :) Thanks to everyone for  there support....
    Karla
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Maureen2012
Member Since: 03/31/12
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Topic: RE: Lowell General Hospital
chrisinma,
Thanks so much for responding. You are the second person recommending Dr. Jiser. From my understanding they run the wls programs at both LGH and Emerson.
Thanks again,
Maureen
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chrisinma
MA
Member Since: 11/13/10
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Topic: RE: Lowell General Hospital
 I had my surgery with Dr. Jiser when he was at Emerson Hospital.  He was great, I highly reccomend him.  Best of luck, it will be the best decision you ever make!!
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tipa
Member Since: 10/03/09
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Topic: RE: Lowell General Hospital
 hello,, sorry it takes me so long to get back to you!  well the process is kinda long ,, but if you can make it to all of the appt that they give you with out rescheduling then it goes reall quick... i didnt reschedule any of them  and it took me about  i wna to say 4 months until the actual surgry ,. depending  on how long it takes you to lose the % of wieght first like i had to lose,,, 15 pounds first... and then they would do the surgery... but while you are trying to lose the weight they schedule all of your appts so that when you are done with losing the % of wieght you will be all ready to book your appt for surgery! .. i also have a facebook that you can add me on ... i have alot more before pics and after! my name on there is alante tipa....  bye and have a great night
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Lisa_Love
North Brookfield, MA
Member Since: 06/12/10
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Topic: RE: Revision? Where?
I am looking for RNY to DS dr's in MA too, were you able to find any?
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Lisa_Love
North Brookfield, MA
Member Since: 06/12/10
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Topic: RE: 40 WEEKS POST OP PHOTOS!!
Bravo   great work!
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Lisa_Love
North Brookfield, MA
Member Since: 06/12/10
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Topic: RNY to DS Revision.... MA Surgeons???
If anyone has had any experience with MA docs that handle the RNY to DS revision I would love to hear your thoughts, thanks. Lisa
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J. St.peter
Member Since: 04/10/12
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Topic: RE: Mass Health Neighborhood Health Plan
Hi.. I have no idea if I'm posting this post in the right spot..I have my first apt. At warehams associates with my surgeon tomorrow. DR. KRUGER. I AM SO AFRAID OF SAYING THE WRONG THINGS. I AM ON 47 MILLIGRAMS OF METHADONE. I HAVE BEEN COMING OF THE LAST 6 MONTHS. DOCTOR RIGHT AWAY SAID THAT MY PHONE WAS A PROBLEM. AND NOT HAND LIKE TO SEE ME AT 10 MILLIGRAMS BEFORE THE SURGERY. I AM ACTUALLY WILLING TO DO THIS. I HATE METHADONE I WANT TO BE OFF I HAVE NOT USED DRUGS IN OVER 3 YEARS. He mention the 10 milligrams at the seminar. I am terrified that I will be treated differently Because I'm a recovering addict. That has happened to me quite a few times. My life has changed I'm a productive member of society. Has anyone I have this surgery on methadone. I have mass health as well . I heard that there is a 6 month program required when you have masshealth. Anyone can help me with how to go when I present my case you with the doctor about being treated differently. And if anybody knows any information on mass health.. thank you so much. Have a blessed day..xxx
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Maureen2012
Member Since: 03/31/12
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Topic: RE: Lowell General Hospital
Dear Tipa,
Thanks so much for responsing to my request, I was beginning to think no one had used LGH.  Do you mind me asking if the process to surgery go quickly?  I have my first 2 appts on May 2nd?
You look fabulous.
Thank you
Maureen2012
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tipa
Member Since: 10/03/09
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Topic: RE: Lowell General Hospital
 hello..,, i had my surgery there 2 years ago.. with dr.jiser... he is very good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  very good hospital!

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