Question:
Is anyone else considering getting gastric bypass surgery?
I'm new on this site and I have researching the subject of gastric bypass surgery. Is there anyone out there in the same boat as I am? It would be nice to add some friends so I can be able to relate as I (we) go through each step and process. Please, I don't mean to sound desperate, I just would like to have someone to chat with whom I can chat with and share. Thanks! — Christina D. (posted on June 11, 2008)
June 11, 2008
Hi, just go to the main board and post this message and you should have
plenty of replies. There are so many who are starting the journey every
day. Make sure you check all the forums as you gather information, lap
band, RNY, VSG, and DS. You don't sound at all desperate, just excited.
Best of luck to you.
— [Deactivated Member]
June 11, 2008
Hi,
There are a lot of us out there about 100,000. I had surgery 6 months ago.
You can look at my blog to start so you can go back to December and see my
history. There is a lot to learn by reading the trails of others. I am
glad to communicate with you and address asy questions on RNY WLS that I
can. Drop me a line, and just add me to your freinds list. Filling out
the profile will help others help you.
Best of Success,
Bill
— William (Bill) wmil
June 11, 2008
Go to some of the forums for RNY and read...You will make a ton of friends
who are all going thru the same processes. The main board is for all
surgeries.... http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/amos/......or try the RNY
board at: http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/rny/
— .Anita R.
June 11, 2008
Hi I'm in the middle of my testing. Hopefully I'll have my surgery by
October. Add me as a friend on here and we can chat.
— trinity1803
June 11, 2008
I'm in the same boat!!!! I'd love to chat with you. I attended 2
informational meetings with a lot of other people and my first appointment
is July 10th. Can't wait to hear from you!!!!
— psturgill
June 11, 2008
Hi! I am convinced I'm going to do the Gastric Bypass but I don't have a
date scheduled yet. I have to get a few things checked first. If you have
any worries or just wanna chat look me up!
— Rose Enslen
June 11, 2008
I'm the same boat too. In the process of pre-op preparations for RNY. I
am so glad to find this website because all my friends are against weight
loss surgery and I had to talk with people who understand what we go
through when we decide to have surgery. I'm still asking questions, and
researching information about the surgery. I have been to several support
groups and talked with people that had the wls with my doctor. Take one
step at a time, because there is so much to learn about this procedure
before and after surgery. May God bless you.
— Toby2
June 11, 2008
Hi .. I am also knew to the process I attended my second seminar on 6/10/08
I haven't started my paper work yet. I would luv to chat.
— Quandabadgirls
June 11, 2008
Christina - I'm glad to hear you are researching this surgery before you
invest the time & money. You will find endless resources. You can
also contact the Bariatrics office near you for support groups, excersize
groups and other supportive groups related to weight loss. Everyones
journey is different even though the surgeries are the same (for the most
part). I had lap band the 10/07 and have at least 5 friends who have had
the RYN after my surgery, we are all doing wonderfully even though we have
to work though battles on a daily basis. Which ever route you go, DO NOT,
DO NOT, DO NOT let someone w/ a closed mind sway YOUR decision to do what
is best for YOU.
Best of luck in your new weight loss journey - make it a wonderful trip to
always remember!! Don't forget a couple of souveniers along the way!!
Have a wonderful day!
Rebecca
— Rebaboh
June 11, 2008
I'll be attending my first seminar tonight so I'm right there with ya. I
think this board is a great place for support, although I wish I had more
time to read. I'm in FL. Let me know if you ever want to chat. I'll be
making my first post on this board today too.
— clisi
June 12, 2008
I would love to correspond with you. I attended my meeting May 26th and
actually just yesterday finally decided to fill out all my paperwork and I
also set up an appointment with the Psych which is next week Thursday. I
already know the procedure is covered by insurance. Now all I have to do
is try to locate all my medical records, most which are in previous states
that we lived in. But I am sending my paperwork off today and hopefully
they will be calling me soon for an appointment. Please add me as a
friend if you would like. :)
— bicngillette
June 12, 2008
Hi Christina!! Welcome! How exciting, you are starting your journey. Please
Please research ALL surgries. The RNY, Duodenal Switch, Lapband and
Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy.
Read the forums...talk and ask questions, read peer-reviewed research,
another website the the Duodenal Switch (DS) is
www.duodenalswitch.com
Think about what kind of eater you are, make a list of the pros and
cons of all surgeries. Also read the revisions board and the regrets
board.
Good Luck..and remember to think twice cut once! Feel free to add me as
a friend!
Hugs,
Maya
— M. !!!
June 13, 2008
I am scheduled 6/20 and today had my pre-op. This 10 day liguid diet before
surgery is not fun, but I know it's for my own good! I am nervous and
excited, will keep you posted.
— LynnMinnesota
June 13, 2008
Will be 7 years in july, best decision of my entire life:)
— bob-haller
June 19, 2008
Hi Christina! My name is Robyn and I am also researching bypass surgery. I
have an appt with the surgeon on 6/23 and would also like someone to chat
with. Do you have an appt set up yet?
— hannahsmom1014
June 19, 2008
My first appt is tomorrow - and I'm nervous! Would love to talk to someone
else at this stage...is anyone out there in Ontario and going through this
?
— cestmoica
July 15, 2008
I had my surgery April 29,2008 but if you need to talk feel free to add me
to your list.
— Melanie C.
July 26, 2008
Hello, i just joined an i feel the same way u do. i went to my first
seminar 2 weeks ago and i waiting to see if i get approved by my insurance.
i've thought long and hard about this and i feel i'm making the right
choice. i would love to chat to see where u are now in your decision. look
me up. stard
— stard
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