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Username: Angelsteps
Location: Austin, AR, USA
Member Since: 9/29/2006
BMI: 22.3
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Surgery Type: RNY (10/09/06)
Surgeon: Mark R. Gibbs, MD

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Mark R. Gibbs, MD
I found Dr. Gibbs and his staff very helpful. Dr. Gibbs has his patients go through a seminar prior to any paper work being done and the seminar was very informative and helpful. He had me meet with a dietician prior to surgery which was very helpful also to go over what I could eat after the surgery, when and how much. I have been using the book they gave me alot to refer back to and it is a very important tool for me. I would definetely recommend him to a friend.

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Comment by Debbie W. on 10/8/06 5:49 pm

Teresa, My thoughts and prayers will be with you tomorrow. I hope your surgery goes well and your recovery is complication free. debbie

Comment by Kelly Jo W. on 10/8/06 8:38 am

Best of luck on your surgery! I hope your recovery is swift and uneventful!

Comment by Cyndi M. on 10/7/06 9:08 pm

~~~~~~CONGRATULATION S ON YOUR UPCOMING SURGERY~~~~~~ (Everything in our lives happens for a purpose and that purpose is to prepare us) May God give you courage, strength and guidance throughout your new journey. You are about to embark on the most amazing transformation of you mind, body and soul. Your big day is almost here, this is the day, your new life will begin, I cant promise it will be easy, cant say it will be hard, I can say that with all the complications and everything I had to go through, It was well worth it. I have never felt better in yearsss, I’m off all medications, have sooooo much more energy. So if you hit a bump in the road, hang in there and remember it will alll be worth it in the long run. Sending Prayers your way that the Lord will guide your surgeon’s hands. May the guardian angels wrap their loving arms of protection around you during your surgery and recovery. Remember your not alone in this journey, many of us have been down this road, we are here to offer love and support. Looking forward to hearing from you on the loosing side. Huggs and Prayers Link to my profile 8-19-04 surgery date weight 297.5 height 5f 2 -115.5 weight losss http://www.obesityhe lp.com/morbidobesity /members/profile.php ?N=M1087435160

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I am a mother of 4 boys who keep my husband and I very busy with all their activities. I was always very skinny throughout my teen years and early 20's I actually looked forward to gaining weight. Then I had 4 C-sections and the weight just wouldn't come off. My husband and I have been talking about me having the surgery for a while. I mentioned I was considering it to a friend who has had the surgery and she told me with my husband retiring from the Air Force in March I should try to have it done before he retired. That was all I need to kick start me into speaking to a surgeon. I called and set up an appoint for Dr. Gibbs seminar and in less than a month I had approval and a surgery date. My seminar was on August 24th and my surgery was on October 9th. I'm told that is very quick turn around. I am very pleased with it.

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10/31/06 I had my 3 week post op appointment today. Everything is good. I have had no trouble with eating and I am down 22 1/2 pounds!! I feel great and have been back to work for 2 weeks now.

12/15/06 Just passed my 2 months and am down 43lbs and only 62 to go! I am so thankful and blessed that I have not had any problems since my surgery!!

10/15/07 It is really hard to believe it has been a year already. What a year it has been. Down right at 100lbs and at goal. WOW I wouldn't have believed I would be this far today a year ago. I am so thankful to not have any problems. The very few times I have had a problem was my fault either trying to eat something I should or not taking my vitamins. More the not taking vitamins than anything.

Weight 132.5lbs
Clothing size: 6!!! - havent seen that since 1987!!
BMI 22.4

Where I was when I had surgery

Weight 232lbs
Clothing size 20-22
BMI 40

WOW!! What a difference. Not just in the weight loss but in the way I look at things especially food. I am more careful about what I eat and think about things before I eat something that isn't good for me.