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on 12/13/13 10:11 pm
I was recently referred to the Red Deer clinic by my family doctor. The research I have done shows that I am a candidate for the lap band but he has shown me that the sleeve is a much better option
I barely qualify with a BMI of 34.9 and osteoarthritis. My first diet was when I was 12 years old. After doing the yo yo for 40 years I need something to help keep the weight off. I don't want to be told I'm too small for surgery!
How long does it take to get your invitation to the information session? Will the other patients be angry that I am there and only need to lose 60 lbs? The most weight I've ever lost is 20 lbs and it always creeps back. I need help
I was in for two days and was told that was standard.
Yes, EBSG will continue to exist for the benefit of the entire Bariatric community. You can find us at wwww.edmontonbsg.ca.
Cheers!
- Alex
Is the other support group going to still be going on?
This is for post surgery and I'm currently on the waitlist, and your other group is for before and after.
Just wondering.
Thanks.
I had VSG surgery in Mexico just over a year ago. I had no complications and have been maintaining 100+% EWL for 4 months now.
My family physician was happy to pick up my medical aftercare and was glad I went to Mx because I would never have received surgery here. Although my doc had not done sleeve aftercare, she had plenty of experience with bypass aftercare. It was an easy transition for her.
All the nutritional advice you'll need is discussed regularly on the VSG Forum here on OH. And pretty much everything else you'll need to know too. So no worries - you can SO do this. Lots of us from Alberta who went to Mexico are doing very well and we will be here for you too. PM me any time.
I can't tell you how much it upsets me that people in local programs are penalized for doing too well. The programs really have a lot to learn in that regard. So go take your life back and forget about the people who should have helped you but didn't have the foresight to recognize how successful you will be with the aid of your sleeve.
LINDA
Ht: 5'2" | HW 225, BMI 41.2 | CW 115, BMI 21.0
Kelly-Anne
Highest 303.4, Surgery 263, Current 217.8, Goal 180
I would also add infection as something to be aware of. Assuming it will be laproscopic, the risk is low, but it does happen. I say this am currently dealing with an infected incision from my reconstructive surgery. I've been on IV therapy for the past 3 days and will continue for another 3. Yes, it's a nasty infection.
Cheers!
- Xcalibur
Sorry folks - I found a better way to offer access to this information without having to be on Facebook. Enjoy.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1jWrGhCw0dOcFk1Zm9oVXlQOFk /edit?usp=sharing
Cheers!
- Xcalibur
Folks, as a result of the AHS survey that was conducted this year, AHS has created their own post bariatric support group. It will have a monthly meetings with a set topic for discussion. I've attached the schedule for your information. Please support this new venture. It's been a long time coming that AHS puts their hand into bariatric support. It was the one thing that was missing from already awesome program.
I am not sure what this means for EBSG or pre-op patients, but I think that will become clearer in the upcoming months as we see how successful the AHS is. Therefore, please support their efforts.
AHS Poster and Schedule - January 2014
Cheers!
- Xcalibur
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