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Weigh 199 pounds

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Hit 234 lb.

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Brian Lane, M.D., F.AC.S.
Dr. Brian Lane came from the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. I know that he has performed well over 1,000 WLS. I was also informed that he and his assistant, Amy have never lost a patient due to the surgery itself or complications from the surgery.
Dr. Lane as well as Amy are very clear and honest about the surgery and everything it entails.
Dr. Lane also takes extra precautions to prevent some of the more common and potentially life threatening complications from the surgery.
They have also been very informative of the before and after care requirements and suggestions.
They informed me of the potential life threatening risks from having surgery such as leaks and pulmonary embolisms. He has also taken the extra step in making sure that all the I's are dotted and T's crossed.
Even though I haven't had the surgery yet I would strongly recommend Dr. Lane and his team for this surgery.
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  • Comment by BULKY756 on 2/6/08 5:26 pm
    Hi Angie, I hope all went well for you on 2/5/08. I am so happy for you that you made this decision to have a healthier life. WELCOME TO THE LOOSING SIDE!!!!!
  • Comment by linda43416 on 2/4/08 4:30 am
    Angie, I pretty much said everything in a comment to your blog. I am a week away when you have your surgery on Tues, and I hope it goes fast. I know you are nervous and scared but you will be so happy that you have done this. Hang in there, we are all rooting for you. Will be waiting to hear from you on the losers side! You are doing the right thing, Be good to youself. Many many good wishes to you and your new and improved life. Linda
  • Comment by MELISSA S. on 2/3/08 8:54 am
    Angie, I am so excited for you. Tuesday will be here and over with and you will be on the losing side! You are in my thoughts and prayers and I will come and see how you are doing. Take care and try not to worry. Melissa
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100 lb GONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
on October 15, 2008 9:46 pm
Well I have finally lost 100 lb. Well actually it's 103 lb. I lost the extra few pounds due to a wierd 3 day dumping. I'm not sure what happened exactly. This is pretty gross but here goes. A week and a half or so ago I ended up with diarrhea that lasted for about 3 days. I know I wasn't sick and I never lost my appetite. However, I did lose about 6 pounds in three days. Anyway, the poops have stopped and I have plateaued again at 175lb. I'm pretty sure that I had some weird form of dumping but I'm not sure why or if it even was dumping.
Also, I have been having a hard time with craving sweets. I can't help myself. I know I can control it and I will but I have noticed that I crave more around my period. It's driving me crazy!!!!
Anyway, hope everyone is well and God Bless!!
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I just can't get there!!!!
on September 16, 2008 5:39 pm
Well I have hit my first plateau. I knew I would eventually. I only need to lose one more pound to have lost 100 lb. I keep fluctuating between 179 and 182. Oh well. I am pretty happy with where I'm at. How is everyone doing? Pretty good here! I just need to get my ass movin'. I have a gym membership and have hardly used it. I know I need to start movin. Anyway, I hope everyone keeps in contact and keeps us all informed as to their progress!
God Bless!!
Angie
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I am at my main goal!! 180 LB
on August 23, 2008 7:22 pm
Well I finally hit 180 lb. I can't believe it!!  I have NEVER been this small in my life!!! Only 2 more to go to have lost 100 total.
I have been doing good!!! I graduated from Bowling Green State University on August 9. Now I am busting my butt to find a job!! If anyone knows of any positions open around in or around Ohio let me know!! I graduated in Sociology with a minor in Psych. I also have an Associates in Criminal Justice (For those who know of any open positions)

I also had some really good compliments lately. Today I went to friend's son's b-day party. I only see her and her family 2-3 times a year and her step-mom, who has known me for 20 some years asked my friend who I was. That was awesome!! Then my husband works with a guy named, Fred. Fred hasn't seen me since last December, 2 months before surgery. A couple weeks ago their work sponsored a car in a race and we were all there. I noticed that Fred kept looking at me funny but I didn't think nothing of it. So last week he went to my husband and said, "I hope you don;t get mad but your wife is hot". I was so shocked and overjoyed that I couldn't stop thinking about it. I have always been the fat girl that was good for the laughs and the jokes. I have never been looked at like that before. It feels sooooo good!!! 
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5 pounds from my main goal
on August 4, 2008 1:22 pm
Well I weighed myself today at the doctor's office and I am now 185 lb. I have 5 more to go to get my main goal of 180. I think the biggest goal will be to be down to 178 lb so that I have lost 100 lb. Can't wait.
I am having trouble with snacking on bad foods. I have had a huge craving for nacho Dorritos lately. I have also been having a hard time resisting sugar. I will control it!!!!
Anyway, we are doing great! I will also be graduating from Bowling Green State University this Saturday (August 9). I can't wait. I have already applied for two probation officer positions. I pray I get atleast an interview. Pray for me!!
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New Pic
on July 6, 2008 8:37 pm
I have posted some new pics of me thus far. I weigh about 193 lb. Everything is still going great!! I hope everyone else is well.
God Bless!!
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My Story

I am a 31 year old proud mother of a 2 year old daughter, Bailey and have been married for 5 years to a wonderful and supportive man, Ben. I am a full-time student majoring in Sociology at Bowling Green State University.

I weigh 278 pounds. I have been overweight my entire life. As many of you can or could relate, I have tried just about every diet known to man with no luck. About 7 years ago I took Phentermine pills to lose weight. I lost about 30 pounds which took me down to 210 pounds. I felt fabulous. A few months later I ended up having to have my gall baldder removed and got down to 201 pounds. I had vowed to throw a party for myself if I got below 200 lb. I stopped losing weight and quickly gained the weight back within a few months. I wasn't surprised. 
Then in 2005 we found out that we were pregnant after having to use fertility medication due to my  having Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Our daughter was born in November of 2005.
My husband and I had both decided to begin weight watchers last summer. I lost 12 pounds and stopped losing. Needless to say, I gave up and gained the weight back. 
I have seriously thought about having the surgery but have been scared to death, especially now that I am a mom. But I am hoping to become pregnant after the surgery without the assistance of medication while being healthier and able to be more physical during my pregnancy. After consulting the surgeon I feel much better about the surgery and have decided to go through with the entire process. There is no doubt that this is what I need to do for myself and my family. I am just scared to death to go through something this drastic. 
I would appreciate any input in helping to comfort and reassure me that I am doing the right thing and that everything will be alright.

 


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