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Topic: RE: Where are the St Louis people?
Hi Maja,
I'm still interested in doing a get together with St Louis people. Have had a lot going on lately, but things are calming down a little now. so maybe we can plan something soon. I live in St Peters and work in Earth City. I could either do in the evening, anytime on Saturday or atter 4pm on Sunday. I work Sundays. My days off are Fri/Sat. Would be fun to get a group of people together if anyone else is interested.
I'm still interested in doing a get together with St Louis people. Have had a lot going on lately, but things are calming down a little now. so maybe we can plan something soon. I live in St Peters and work in Earth City. I could either do in the evening, anytime on Saturday or atter 4pm on Sunday. I work Sundays. My days off are Fri/Sat. Would be fun to get a group of people together if anyone else is interested.
Topic: RE: Finding a Surgeon/program in STL
I also recommend the program at Depaul I have had several surgeries there. 2 lapbands and then a revision to VSG in Aug 2010. Was very happy with the SSM Weight Loss Institute surgeons and staff and the hospital.
Topic: RE: Where are the St Louis people?
I am here mainly on the VSG board. Had surgery in 11/10 at DePaul. Live in SouthCounty work in Hazelwood. If you ever want to meet up. Now that maybe the tornadoes and storms are passed. Any others in St Chas or St L want to have an evening get together after work or afternoon one on Saturday or Sunday. ????
Pre Op 450 lbs +/ VSG 10/2011 421 lbs/ DS 4/2013 371 lbs
Topic: RE: Finding a Surgeon/program in STL
DePaul's program is very comnprehensive but they have grown so much in the last few years you do seem to get lost in the process if you do not stand up for yourself. I do feel lost now that I am 6 months + post op. The after care meetings are very difficult for me to attend as I have to leave work early or take the day off, drive across the entire city to attend and then navigate the parking lot. And for someone just regaining mobility it is VERY difficult. Parking is sparce and far end of the lot at that time of the day 530 pm. That said Dr Scott is a GREAT surgeon. I had absolutely no problems with recovery, minimal pain, and scars are minimal. I really did not care to much about the laproscopic scars, I will never be a model or wear two piece swim suit. the care in the ICU stepdown and the medical floor was great and comprehensive with dietary consult in your room. And very easy to access the dietician after surgery. I just wish there had been some PT consult I had and have great difficulty in walking and re gaining my center of gravity after the great amout of weight loss. That all said I am completely happy with my decision to have a VSG, vertical sleeve grastrectoomy at SSM DePaul. I was self pay as well as my insurance has an exclusionaly clause and denies any WLS. Maja
Pre Op 450 lbs +/ VSG 10/2011 421 lbs/ DS 4/2013 371 lbs
Topic: RE: OT - "Super" Plus Size Clothes Desperately Needed in Joplin, MO
Perfect timing I am laid up with an injury and cannot walk too much or work and have just lodt my first 100+ pounds. Cleming closet time. I have somemens tops up to 9 x in pretty good shape a few tiny dot stains on the collars of the polo shirts. Also some tees for men or womens nad womens tees. A very new "granny" cootn pants. That only were worn once and cleaned and packed away. How could I get them the clothes? Maja.
Pre Op 450 lbs +/ VSG 10/2011 421 lbs/ DS 4/2013 371 lbs
Topic: RE: OT - "Super" Plus Size Clothes Desperately Needed in Joplin, MO
Thank you for all of your help. I will post on the Men's Board. Thanks again.
Lisey
Lisey
HW / SW / CW / GW 299 / 287 / 160 / 140 Feb '09 / Mar '09 / Dec '13 /Aug '10
Appendicitis/Bowel Obstruction Surgery 8/21/10
Beat Hodgkin's Lymphoma! 7/15/2011 - 1/26/2012 
Ran Half-Marathon 10/14/2012
First Pregnancy, Due 8/12/14 I LOVE MY DS!!!
Topic: RE: OT - "Super" Plus Size Clothes Desperately Needed in Joplin, MO
I didn't find him but you might try posting to the Men's Board. I know he runs it and there might be some who would be able to help.
Lana
Lana
Adamsamah, Lana
"WLS is about making better choices, a healthier lifestyle and seeing how little you can eat. Portion control is the key to all weight loss surgeries. Bottom line - it isn't how much you can eat - it is how little you can eat."
Topic: RE: OT - "Super" Plus Size Clothes Desperately Needed in Joplin, MO
One guy who might be able to help is Big Al. He actually works for either OH or St. John's bariatric.
I'll try to contact him.
I'll try to contact him.
Adamsamah, Lana
"WLS is about making better choices, a healthier lifestyle and seeing how little you can eat. Portion control is the key to all weight loss surgeries. Bottom line - it isn't how much you can eat - it is how little you can eat."
Topic: Hello It's Finally Friday
Hello to all.i am soo glad it is friday.this week has flown by soo fast.hard to believe this is the last friday in may.half a year almost gone already.
went to see my dad yesterday.he is doing good.in august he will be where he is at now a year already,the nurses are all really nice to him.he just turned 79 on may the 5.my mom will be gone 15 years this sat.
jan we are soo glad your family made it through the storms in joplin.we know god was watching over them.i will ask andy about the truck when he gets up i will tell him to email you.
a tornado went through fredricktown missouri yesterday.dont know how much damage.my brother lives in ironton soo far they have had just rain from all the storms thank god.
it was on the news about a little boy who was getting into the bathtub with his mom when the tornado's were coming and he decided to put on his bicyle helmet and it saved his life.the totilet was ripped away from the bathroom floor and hit him in the head.
lana sure was good to hear from you again.i think of you all the time.i wear the wigs you gave me.i used to wear them going out somewhere but now i wear one to work everyday.people tell me how nice they look on me.
everyone have a good day.i have to get ready for work soon.have been busy packing for moving day next sat.we can hardly wait to get into our new house.
we love you all.talk to you later on.god bless.susan.
Hello to all.i am soo glad it is friday.this week has flown by soo fast.hard to believe this is the last friday in may.half a year almost gone already.went to see my dad yesterday.he is doing good.in august he will be where he is at now a year already,the nurses are all really nice to him.he just turned 79 on may the 5.my mom will be gone 15 years this sat.
jan we are soo glad your family made it through the storms in joplin.we know god was watching over them.i will ask andy about the truck when he gets up i will tell him to email you.
a tornado went through fredricktown missouri yesterday.dont know how much damage.my brother lives in ironton soo far they have had just rain from all the storms thank god.
it was on the news about a little boy who was getting into the bathtub with his mom when the tornado's were coming and he decided to put on his bicyle helmet and it saved his life.the totilet was ripped away from the bathroom floor and hit him in the head.
lana sure was good to hear from you again.i think of you all the time.i wear the wigs you gave me.i used to wear them going out somewhere but now i wear one to work everyday.people tell me how nice they look on me.
everyone have a good day.i have to get ready for work soon.have been busy packing for moving day next sat.we can hardly wait to get into our new house.
we love you all.talk to you later on.god bless.susan.
Topic: NOLA in Sept
"I come this way only once, so let me do all the good I can, for I
will never come this way again."
I just found out my mom and I are going to the OH event in Sept in New Orleans!! I'm soooo excited :) Anyone else planning on going??
My life is going well lately :) I have been working 48-60 hours a week...volunteering every one of my days off at the local food pantry or the local free health clinic. I'm still maintaining within the same 10 lb range 118-128 AND my husband and I have finally decided it's time to start trying for a baby!! YAYY!! It's our 3 year wedding anniversary tomorrow and in a few months will be my 4 year surgeryversary :)
Anything exciting going on for ya'll?
My life is going well lately :) I have been working 48-60 hours a week...volunteering every one of my days off at the local food pantry or the local free health clinic. I'm still maintaining within the same 10 lb range 118-128 AND my husband and I have finally decided it's time to start trying for a baby!! YAYY!! It's our 3 year wedding anniversary tomorrow and in a few months will be my 4 year surgeryversary :)
Anything exciting going on for ya'll?
"I come this way only once, so let me do all the good I can, for I
will never come this way again."
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