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have a hernia repair and plastic surgery

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continue working out and to lose weight and have my panni hernia repair.

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Michael Garren
In My opinion ....The moment I met him at orientation, I knew he would treat me well and by the end of the meeting I knew he was the ONE to bring me to the other side!!rnrnYes my opinions of the surgeon and staff has gotten BETTER!!!rnrnThey are like angels and really show the love and compassion. My clinic visits and hospital staff were always pleasantrnrnrnThere is nothing not to like. ( maybe pre-op I had to wait for a return call on a day they were in a meeting)rnPartly my fault for being anxious.rnrnHe gave me a chance to ask any questions at the end of his explainations on surgical risks.rnrnYes there are steps to follow writen instructions and visits to go to.rnrnVery thourough verbally and written matereials along with it.rnrnTOP of the line Excellent.rnSurgical Competence and bedside mannerrn are great he is a natural.rnrnI felt well liked and comfortable with the entire team.rnrnrnThe only thing I would like better is to live closer.rnrnI am only telling of my expirence, no one ELSE!!.
Member Interests
  • Crafts - He is a woodworker and I do various crafts Macrame dolls etc.
  • Animal Husbandry - I have peacocks and geese that never leave my yard.
  • Birds - I have a Quaker Parrot named Griffen we would be lost without him.
  • Bingo - We both enjoy the bingo hall in Dubuque, Iowa at theTri - State Blind Society .
  • Native American - My grandparents were French/Cherokee. I love to hear the old stories.
  • Genealogy & Family History - I am researching The Reed/Sinclair/ and Burgoyne(France) families.
  • Beadwork - I do all kinds of beadwork and Native American bead loom work.
  • Hearing Impaired - I always play my big band /oldies music and tv LOOOUD love it lol.
  • Gardening - So far I have been able to get a few things to come back each year.
  • Reading - My favorite new book is, "The Mystical Life Of Jesus". by Sylvia Browne.

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Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by Cira S. on 1/29/07 12:28 am
    Patricia, Congratulations on your upcoming surgery! Wishing you all the best an uneventful and speedy recovery.
  • Comment by Anna Bryant on 1/28/07 10:57 am
    Patricia, just wanted to let you know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers for an uneventful surgery and a very speedy recovery!!! Godbless and Godspeed my friend!!
  • Comment by Cyndi M. on 1/27/07 6:49 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 -121 weight losss http://www.obesityhe lp.com/member/faith4 ever/
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Hello,

My name is Pat Bajwa. Aka Eveningblossm, my Native American name.

I am from California and retired from The University Of California at Berkeley.

My pastimes include enjoying our home in Cuba City Wisconsin, which I share with Lester of 10 years .

We have a Parrot named Griffen that is a bit overweight as well and was lucky enough to lose a bit. He is 3 years old and talks.

Our shipoo dog is named McDreamy. We have 2 cats, Darla(Our Gang) and BeauRhett ( Gone With The Wind) . We have game birds and a beehive.

I love to get on my Moped and ride, weather permitting.

We do craft shows and while it's cold I am knitting a sweater from Big Girl Knits . Looks great for someone my size. (hopefully not for much longer).







    
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My Story

My blood pressue has gone up much higher as well as my weight.
A few years ago my GP suggested wls. Right after that I noticed an ad on tv about the Lap Band.

This Janurary I went into the emergency room thinking I had a heart attack which ended up being a murmer and a thickened valve.

That was my wake up call. I weigh 233 pounds at five foot two and it is 115 pounds over my 118  pound normal weight.

When I went to the seminar and found out more about the Lap Band, I was convinced even more  that it would be idea for a 61 year old with a BMI of 42.6 like me.

It will be great to tie my own shoes and have an eaiser time wiping where I should as well as doing the chores.

The more weight I gain the more Co-morbidities I get. Diabetes is right around the corner as most of my family get it as they become older.