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Topic: RE: Revision from Band to RNY or DS anyone in AZ???
WOW thanks so much for your kind words! I think I'm leaning towards RNY. . .for several reasons
1.) The doctor I trust COMPLETELY does revisions to RNY (or Sleeve) and have trust in your doc is big with me.
2.) DS sounds a little "too good to be true" that's what I thought when I got the band. I was originally all set to get RNY and then I heard about the band and all its benefits, how it was less invasive and just seemed like the "wonder band" and I talked myself into the band and out of bypass. Now here I am 2 years later STILL FAT with more problems then before, kicking myself for not doing RNY like I wanted to. I sorta feel if I talk myself out again I may regret it. BUT i am doing the research and trying to make an informed decision.
I'm NOT going down this road single minded that's why I keep asking questions to get a clear picture. If I find DS doc that I trust than maybe, but depends.
3.) I will have to self pay (as am still paying off the band and wont even have it anymore) DS is more expensive and that plays a part.
When and where is this "Back on Track" support group I never heard of it??
Thanks again for chatting, this helps immensely
1.) The doctor I trust COMPLETELY does revisions to RNY (or Sleeve) and have trust in your doc is big with me.
2.) DS sounds a little "too good to be true" that's what I thought when I got the band. I was originally all set to get RNY and then I heard about the band and all its benefits, how it was less invasive and just seemed like the "wonder band" and I talked myself into the band and out of bypass. Now here I am 2 years later STILL FAT with more problems then before, kicking myself for not doing RNY like I wanted to. I sorta feel if I talk myself out again I may regret it. BUT i am doing the research and trying to make an informed decision.
I'm NOT going down this road single minded that's why I keep asking questions to get a clear picture. If I find DS doc that I trust than maybe, but depends.3.) I will have to self pay (as am still paying off the band and wont even have it anymore) DS is more expensive and that plays a part.
When and where is this "Back on Track" support group I never heard of it??
Thanks again for chatting, this helps immensely
Topic: RE: Revision from Band to RNY or DS anyone in AZ???
Joyce
Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
www.dsfacts.com , www.dssurgery.com , & www.duodenalswitch.com
Hey there Kittenqutie,
A revision from a band gives you just about every option since you're basically back to where you started once the band is removed (unless you have scar tissues to contend with). I had a revision from a Proxy Rny to an Extended Rny. I've had struggles since, soooooo, I too have been exploring my options. ..... I just got home from a trip to L.A. where I saw one of the top DS surgeon's (Dr. Keshishian). Awesome doc!
Which direction are you leaning? "If" I could totally start from scratch, I'd definitely have a DS! ..... In fact, "if" I can have yet another revision, then it will be to a DS. There isn't anyone in Arizona that I know of that revises to a DS. If you settle on revising to a sleeve then I think you'll have more options available. Dr. Podkamini rocks and does sleeves, as does Dr. Blackstone, Dr. Juarez, some Tucson docs and I think a Flag doc. There are folks who have had success with a couple of Mx surgeon's.
Good luck! Kudos to you for doing some homework. I'd suggest asking around on the DS forum and check out the dsfacts.com website. Research big time before you decide and NEVER trust all you hear from a surgeon without getting a 2nd opinion to confirm it. Ask on several forums about procedures and about surgeon's to get a feel of which might be the best plan for you.
Can you join us next Tuesday at the "Back on Track" support group?
A revision from a band gives you just about every option since you're basically back to where you started once the band is removed (unless you have scar tissues to contend with). I had a revision from a Proxy Rny to an Extended Rny. I've had struggles since, soooooo, I too have been exploring my options. ..... I just got home from a trip to L.A. where I saw one of the top DS surgeon's (Dr. Keshishian). Awesome doc!
Which direction are you leaning? "If" I could totally start from scratch, I'd definitely have a DS! ..... In fact, "if" I can have yet another revision, then it will be to a DS. There isn't anyone in Arizona that I know of that revises to a DS. If you settle on revising to a sleeve then I think you'll have more options available. Dr. Podkamini rocks and does sleeves, as does Dr. Blackstone, Dr. Juarez, some Tucson docs and I think a Flag doc. There are folks who have had success with a couple of Mx surgeon's.
Good luck! Kudos to you for doing some homework. I'd suggest asking around on the DS forum and check out the dsfacts.com website. Research big time before you decide and NEVER trust all you hear from a surgeon without getting a 2nd opinion to confirm it. Ask on several forums about procedures and about surgeon's to get a feel of which might be the best plan for you.
Can you join us next Tuesday at the "Back on Track" support group?
Joyce Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
www.dsfacts.com , www.dssurgery.com , & www.duodenalswitch.com
Topic: In a slump!
Joyce
Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
www.dsfacts.com , www.dssurgery.com , & www.duodenalswitch.com
Dr. Goodhalls support group rocked last night! What a HUGE group of folks who are serious about tackling their 2010 goals! Weigh 2 go!
She talked about getting motivated! Here are the 16 ways to get motivated from one of her handouts (I left out the long detail and am just giving the outline):
1. One Goal.
2. Find inspiration.
3. Get excited.
4. Build anticipatioin.
5. Post your goal.
6. Committ publicly.
7. Think about it daily.
8. Get support.
9. Realize that there's an ebb and flow.
10. Stick with it.
11. Start small. Really small.
12. Build on small successes.
13. Read about it daily.
14. Call for help when your motivation ebbs.
15. Think about the benefits, not the difficulties.
16. Squash negative thoughts; replace them with positive ones.
Emergency Support group next Tuesday the 26th at 6 pm, Chandler Regional Hospital on Frye and Dobson in Conference Rooms 1 and 2. ALL are invited!
Activitely Back on Track Together (ABOTT) is meeting ONE time!
See you there! ..... Come with your mindset ready to tackle some positive thinking!
She talked about getting motivated! Here are the 16 ways to get motivated from one of her handouts (I left out the long detail and am just giving the outline):
1. One Goal.
2. Find inspiration.
3. Get excited.
4. Build anticipatioin.
5. Post your goal.
6. Committ publicly.
7. Think about it daily.
8. Get support.
9. Realize that there's an ebb and flow.
10. Stick with it.
11. Start small. Really small.
12. Build on small successes.
13. Read about it daily.
14. Call for help when your motivation ebbs.
15. Think about the benefits, not the difficulties.
16. Squash negative thoughts; replace them with positive ones.
Emergency Support group next Tuesday the 26th at 6 pm, Chandler Regional Hospital on Frye and Dobson in Conference Rooms 1 and 2. ALL are invited!
Activitely Back on Track Together (ABOTT) is meeting ONE time!
See you there! ..... Come with your mindset ready to tackle some positive thinking!
Joyce Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
www.dsfacts.com , www.dssurgery.com , & www.duodenalswitch.com
Topic: RE: Revision from Band to RNY or DS anyone in AZ???
Wow Christy you look great!
Thank you soooooo much for sharing with me, our stories sound very similar. I tried to go to your page to make a friend request but I think your page is private
. If you want to friend me please stop by my page!!!
Thank you soooooo much for sharing with me, our stories sound very similar. I tried to go to your page to make a friend request but I think your page is private
. If you want to friend me please stop by my page!!!
Topic: RE: Revision from Band to RNY or DS anyone in AZ???
Joyce
Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
www.dsfacts.com , www.dssurgery.com , & www.duodenalswitch.com
Wow Christy! You have a reason to be celebrating in front of that Christmas tree! You are definitely on your way!!!!
Hang with us and keep us posted! Let us know how we can support you as a speedy LOSER!!!! LOL!
Huggggzzz,
Hang with us and keep us posted! Let us know how we can support you as a speedy LOSER!!!! LOL!
Huggggzzz,
Joyce Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
www.dsfacts.com , www.dssurgery.com , & www.duodenalswitch.com
Topic: RE: Revision from Band to RNY or DS anyone in AZ???
Thanks Joyce. Here's a before and during photo...I feel great!
~*ChRiStY*~
high/current/goal
272/143/140
I
NERDS!!!
high/current/goal
272/143/140
I
NERDS!!! Topic: RE: Revision from Band to RNY or DS anyone in AZ???
Joyce
Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
www.dsfacts.com , www.dssurgery.com , & www.duodenalswitch.com
63 pounds in 2 1/2 months???!!!!! 
Congrats on your revision Christy and on taking charge of YOU!!!!
Weigh 2 go!
Congrats on your revision Christy and on taking charge of YOU!!!!
Weigh 2 go!
Joyce Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
www.dsfacts.com , www.dssurgery.com , & www.duodenalswitch.com
Topic: RE: Calorie counting
Joyce
Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
www.dsfacts.com , www.dssurgery.com , & www.duodenalswitch.com
Calorie King (Wal Mart or any book store)
Or...online....
www.calorieking.com
www.sparkpeople.com
www.fitday.com
Or...online....
www.calorieking.com
www.sparkpeople.com
www.fitday.com
Joyce Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
www.dsfacts.com , www.dssurgery.com , & www.duodenalswitch.com
Topic: RE: What's up AZ...
Old steering wheel replaced with new one. I've gone from my belly rubbing heavely on it to having the wheel about 8 inches away.
MikeWooooo Hoooooo Mike!!!!
I think that might have been you that I was honking and waving at on the freeway just a bit ago
Weigh 2 go!!!!Joyce
Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
www.dsfacts.com , www.dssurgery.com , & www.duodenalswitch.com
On January 19, 2010 at 2:03 PM Pacific Time, mikiec wrote:
Now that I can sit comfortably in my little hot-rod I'm taking it to the track.Old steering wheel replaced with new one. I've gone from my belly rubbing heavely on it to having the wheel about 8 inches away.
Mike
I think that might have been you that I was honking and waving at on the freeway just a bit ago
Weigh 2 go!!!!
Joyce Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
www.dsfacts.com , www.dssurgery.com , & www.duodenalswitch.com
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