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Goals

Purchase clothes off the rack at a "normal" store

82 People
 in progress, 
53 People
 achieved this

Participate in a 5K run/walk for charity.

40 People
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12 People
 achieved this

run five miles in 45 minutes on the treadmill in the morning

1 Person
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0 People
 achieved this

go parasailing.

33 People
 in progress, 
4 People
 achieved this

Be in the "normal" weight range

21 People
 in progress, 
7 People
 achieved this
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Surgeon Testimonial

Marc A. Neff MD
What was your first impression of him/her? rnVery nice, very kind, very supportive.rnrnHow did your impression change over time? rnFunnier than I thought.rnrnHow would you describe his/her office staff?rnThey don't always listen, but the co ordinator is wonderful. rnrnWhat did you like least about him/her? rnWhere his office is, would rather go to the office closer to me.rnrnWhat should future patients know about him/her?rnHe honestly cares and loves his patients.rnrnHow much does he/she emphasize aftercare? rnUses a bariatric co-ordinator that went through the same thing.rnrnDoes he/she have a structured aftercare program?rnYes, with a support group.rnrnHow did he/she address the risks of surgery?rnCarefully!!!rnrnHow would you rate him/her overall? rn9.5 rnrnWhich is better, surgical competence, bedside manner, or are both great?rnBOTHrnrnrnrn
Jobsies's Journey

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Describe your behavioral and emotional battle with weight control before learning about bariatric surgery.
It was a roller coaster that never went down far enough.
Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by becky on 9/19/08 4:58 pm
    I Said a Prayer of Healing for you -- body, mind and soul -- That God would bring you comfort to restore and make you whole. I prayed you'd be surrounded by His awesome love and healing, Dispelling all anxiety or pain you might be feeling. Finally, I prayed you'd be uplifted by His grace, and feel yourself enfolded in the peace of His embrace. Wishing you all the best on your journey for a healthy happy new you. Skinny Wishes ~
  • Comment by Jobsies on 11/18/07 12:51 pm
    My surgery has been cancelled due to insurance denial.
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Damn Stalls..
on October 29, 2008 7:27 pm
So, I have been in a stall for the past two weeks. So when I went to the nutritionist, I was exactly the same from two weeks ago. Grr...even in inches.

But she said I am eating just as I should...and doing everything right, so I am great there.

I saw Dr. Neff at the hospital, and he gave me the ok to hit the gym, so tomorrow it is.  I have to do that to get this weight off. Walking around the complex isn't going to do anything at all.

I 'officially' have my follow up with Dr. Neff Monday, I'd love to lose SOMETHING before then. 
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Update -- Just over two weeks
on October 8, 2008 8:02 am
I still can't believe I had surgery just over two weeks ago.  I have lost 36 pounds since surgery, and 50 pounds overall.  Fifty pounds.  I'm so happy, I just can begin to explain it.

For the first time, losing weight isn't just a fantasy...it's a reality. The weight is coming off, and I am doing well. I never imagined not being hungry...not having to eat. Sure, I have head hunger..but it's so much easier to say no, now.  Why..why did I wait so long?

I keep looking forward, to summer...how will I look then? To next Christmas...my life is going to be so very different.

My doctor is happy and for the first time in a long time, so am I. 
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