- Name: RuthAnn Z.
- Username: ClairDeLune
- Location: Clinton Township, MI, USA
- Member Since: 2/17/2008
- BMI: 41.3
- Post Op
- Surgery Type: RNY (03/03/08)
- Surgeon: Alfred Schneider, M.D.
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Surgeon TestimonialAlfred Schneider, M.D.Dr. Schneider is a wonderful surgeon that I would recommend without hesitation. His demeanor is friendly and kind, but he is serious about what he does and what he expects from his patients.
Dr. Schneider conducts informational meetings with prospective patients and thoroughly explains all aspects of the surgery.
As far as I know, Dr. Schneider only performs RNY. Latest Surgery Support Comments
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Over 1/2 of my excess weight is gone! on July 5, 2008 12:47 pm
JULY 5, 2008
I can't believe it's been a month since I posted. Guess I've been busy. One week ago I hosted a baby shower for my step-daughter, Jessie. We had 52 guests and she received almost everything she registered for. All in all, the baby shower was a great success.
Yesterday (4th of July) we invited my side of the family over for a BBQ and pool party. Hubby made baby back ribs, marinated chicken breasts, and hamburgers on the grill. I ate about 1/4 of a chicken breast and a spoonful of cold bean salad that I made with Splenda.
Eating is still a hassle, even after 4 months. But I can't complain about the results. WOO HOO!! I'm down 68 pounds! I only have 66 lbs. to lose to get to my goal weight of 130 lbs. I am so excited.
In 2 weeks our subdivision is having a huge neighborhood garage sale, hopefully I can sell all my plus size clothes and make some money to buy smaller sizes.
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Three Month Update on May 28, 2008 2:20 pm
MAY 28, 2008
I can hardly believe that 3 months have passed since my surgery. I saw Dr. Schneider yesterday for my check-up and found that I have lost 56 pounds! Yeah!! I also got to talk to my favorite nutritionist, Dawn. She and the doctor still have concerns that I'm not getting enough protein. I'm going to try harder, but it won't be easy.
Last night I tried to eat a small crab cake - 2 tiny forkfuls and I was done. I tried to eat some more of the crab today for lunch and threw it all up. So I can add crab cakes to my ever-growing list of things I can't tolerate.
I went for jury duty this morning and was selected to sit on a jury for a capital murder trial. Testimony begins tomorrow and will last until next week. My big challenge is to find some food to take with me for lunch and also to find some nice clothes to wear that fit. It seems like I gave all my good clothes in smaller sizes to the Goodwill. Maybe I should go to the Goodwill outlet and buy them back. | Click here to leave a comment.
Two Months Out on April 29, 2008 12:50 pm
APRIL 29, 2008
Today was my eight week check-up with Dr. Schneider and I'm happy to say that I've lost 43 pounds! We discussed my aversion to eating and he asked that I add one snack during the day to increase my protein. He also told me I could begin adding fresh fruit and veggies as tolerated. The dietician said I should wait until 12 weeks, but I'm going with what the doctor says.
I'm still having problems getting food down. Two days ago I tried eating an egg again (this time hard-boiled and mashed up into egg salad) and I threw it up. So that makes three times I've been sick on eggs - no more eggs for me.
Now I have to focus on establishing a regular exercise schedule. I'm sure that will help my weight loss. I just haven't been strict enough with myself.
But I'm very happy with the WLS results so far!
People are beginning to notice on April 10, 2008 4:51 pm
APRIL 10, 2008
We had our Relay for Life fundraising lunch today and I saw many of my old co-workers. Some of them knew I had WLS, but others were asking me if I had changed my hair style because they knew something was different. Apparently my weight loss is beginning to show. It was kinda funny talking to people and they just looked at me trying to figure out what had changed. One lady said I looked 10 years younger, now THAT was a compliment!
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Wish my weight loss was an April Fool's joke on April 1, 2008 3:17 pm
APRIL 1, 2008
Saw Dr. Schneider and nutritionist today. I only lost 7 1/2 lbs. in 2 weeks. I'm disappointed. After the big weight loss for the first 2 weeks I was hoping for at least 10 lbs. But I have to keep things in perspective, 29 lbs. in one month is pretty good. I couldn't have done that on Weight Watchers.
Dr. Schneider wants to have a scope put down my throat to check for a stricture, but I was able to stall for another couple of days. If things don't get better by Friday, I have to call his office and set it up.
Today I saw a new dietician/nutritionist. She's new at the center and wasn't very helpful. She kept telling me to eat chicken even after I told her I don't eat meat. I didn't get anything out of our session today.
My next weigh-in at the center is April 29th. Hopefully I will have a good weight loss by then, especially if I start to exercise.
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Food is my enemy! on March 26, 2008 7:15 pm
MARCH 26, 2008
I'm not having much luck with the soft food phase. I started with soft foods on Monday and haven't had a decent meal yet. My protein intake is down from last week and I feel like crap - no energy, no enthusiasm. Tonight I was really looking forward to a nice piece of Orange Roughy, thought it was a good choice, full of protein, no fat. Two bites into it and I was done. The food was not going to go down, so I spent the next 15 minutes trying not to vomit. Lovely.
Mike bought me a case of Slim Fast Low Carb pre-mixed shakes today - YUCK! Sickeningly sweet. Now what am I going to do with the remaining 14 cans? Tomorrow we go to Trader Joe's to scope out some other protein options. If it was up to me, I would just live on water.
Easter Sunday's huge feast was not a temptation at all. Not even all the candy. I was content to have my 1/2 cup of cottage cheese. It's amazing to me that I have no interest in food whatsoever.
Let's hope tomorrow is a better day!
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It was worth it on March 19, 2008 5:55 am
MARCH 19, 2008
Went for my two week check-up with the surgeon yesterday and I can't believe that I've lost 21 1/2 pounds. That was the revelation I needed. I have been complaining the last few days that I should never have had the surgery. Many days I don't feel good, I'm tired of watching the clock all day to determine when it's time to eat and drink, and I miss cooking. But to hear that I've lost that much weight in so short a time has given me new motivation to adapt to this new lifestyle.
I was so looking forward to pureed food, but it hasn't been that rewarding. Monday (my first day of eating regular food) I only took in 19 g. of protein. So I am resigned to adding protein shakes to my daily menu. I tried eating some egg on Tuesday, but that was a mistake. It wouldn't pass into my pouch; and although I kept myself from vomiting, it felt like it was stuck in my chest for the rest of the day.
So, at 2 weeks out I'm pretty pleased with the results, even though it's been a hard road to travel. 
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Venturing out on March 13, 2008 1:40 pm
MARCH 13, 2008
Yesterday I got out of the house finally. Mike took me grocery shopping so that I could pick out some food for the pureed diet stage. It was so nice to get out, but I was pooped when I got back home. I also felt cold, which is very odd for me.
Tomorrow will be a bigger challenge. We have tickets for Friday morning's DSO Coffee Concert. We've always gone early to enjoy coffee and donuts before the performance, and apparently DH still wants to partake of the goodies. I don't think I will have a problem passing up the pastries, but I do plan to take a packet of instant SF, FF cocoa to mix with hot water. At least I will have something in my hand and something to sip. I will be away from the house for about 4 1/2 hours, so I'll have to take something with me to snack on at intermission. Haven't determined what yet.
Overall I'm feeling better. Pain is only bothering me on the right side, but I don't take the paid meds. Diarrhea is still a problem, so I bought some chewable Lactaid yesterday to see if it is the milk products that are messing me up.
I'm writing down all my questions for the nutritionist next week, and boy do I have a lot of questions. I can't understand the directions for the pureed stage. "Four ounces per meal, six times per day." OK - but if I drink 4 oz. of my protein shake six times per day to get my total protein, there's no room left for the pureed food.
Some of my friends are asking to come over to visit with me, so I better get busy on the housework. DH says he'll help.
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One week after surgery on March 10, 2008 8:13 pm
MARCH 10, 2008
I am feeling a little better - the pain has improved with each passing day. I go all day without pain meds and take 1 1/2 Vicodin before bed.
The diarrhea ended Friday night, but reappeared Sunday night. I'm blaming it on the stress of the day.
My stomach has been upset off and on over the past week, but luckily I haven't vomited. Learning to eat under such a controlled schedule is difficult. I have been getting my protein totals between 45 and 65 grams/day since Friday. Sipping water in between has been the biggest challenge. I love water, but I have to learn I can't have it with my meals and I can't gulp it.
Michael has been the most supportive and doting husband a woman could want. Sometimes I almost feel smothered with attention, but he wants to make sure I heal properly and don't have any setbacks. He has taken charge of Baxter's cremation and is comforting me in my grief.
Cookie returned home Sunday afternoon and has also been a big source of comfort. Just stroking her head and taking care of her needs has helped occupy my mind. She knows something is wrong. With the milder weather forecasted for the end of the week, I'm hoping we can take her for a short walk. It will be good for both of us.
I love this web site! I have met so many wonderful people and have learned so much. I especially love reading the success stories. That will be me one day too!
My weight loss as of Friday's visit to Dr. Schneider was 8 pounds. I am scheduled to see him again on March 18 and hope to report an even greater weight loss.
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My obsession with my weight has preoccupied too much of my life. I believe it has hindered me from living a more fulfilling life. Too many times the fact that I am overweight and ashamed of my appearance has kept me from enjoying or participating in something a thinner me would have jumped at.
No more! Once and for all I want to conquer my weight issues and do all the things I want to do. I truly believe that WLS and my commitment to this new life style will finally grant me good health and a longer life.
Diets I have tried in the past: Medical Weight Loss (2 times), Weight Watchers (several times), Jenny Craig, Trim Line, Vegetarian Diet, Atkins Diet, Rice Diet, Cabbage Soup Diet, the list goes on and on. Most times I was successful in losing weight, but the weight always came back within a few years along with extra pounds I didn't have when I started.
The decision to have WLS was difficult for me initally. I felt like I was asking to have my internal organs mutilated because I don't have enough self-control to master my eating disorder. My feeling was, it's no different than cutting off my hands so I can't feed myself. But I came to see how WLS has changed so many lives and how thankful these people are that they made the decision.
My surgery date is March 3, 2008 - the first day of the rest of my life!
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