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i have just been approved for VSG surgery on July 13th. I was told by surgeon that there is a 20% chance of getting gerd post-op with VSG.

I am excited about the surgery and also nervous about the Gerd issue. Have reduced

Are there any of you who have had VSG and have developed gerd post-op? I was told by my surgeon that there is a 20% chance of getting gerd from VSG surgery. If so how bad is it? Medication needed? ...

While visiting some of the other forums, I found the link to this amazing article which speaks to the value of WLS especially RNY and VSG. Many of the points which are backed by solid research were made by my surgeon. I strongly urge those who are cont

This past Thursday, I had my appointment with the surgeon, Dr. Huynh, who will be doing my Gastric Sleeve surgery. He was so approachable, professional and knowledgeable. I asked him direct questions about his surgical background especially with gastri

Thank you to those who advised me to call and check in on my status. The booking department at Humber River finally told me that my orientation date is October 31, 2017. I had to call back three ti...

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I was referred to the surgery program in Ontario in mid-July 2017 at Humber River Hospital. Still waiting for the "envelope" for the orientation date. Called into the office twice and...

Yesterday, I watched the Netflix documentary, That Sugar Film. It is a must for those who have ever struggled with weight, diabetes or other inflammatory diseases,  parents and really anybody!!! I ...

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I live in Ontario, Canada and have signed up for the Bariatric surgery program in Ontario. Two years ago, I joined the Medical programme and lost 45 lbs and I gained it all back almos...