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Topic: RE: Northside Hospital Bariatric Patient Reunion
Hi Debbie
I had surgery at NH on June 7th with Dr Champion and I used to attend the support group at NH too. I would LOVE to come to the Bariatric Reunion, but I am also a Photographer and this August 20th I will be shooting a wedding.
Are you guys having any other reunion until the end of the year?
I will come to the other one for sure!!!
Hugs to you,
Renata
I had surgery at NH on June 7th with Dr Champion and I used to attend the support group at NH too. I would LOVE to come to the Bariatric Reunion, but I am also a Photographer and this August 20th I will be shooting a wedding.
Are you guys having any other reunion until the end of the year?
I will come to the other one for sure!!!
Hugs to you,
Renata
Topic: RE: Dr. Champion is retiring
The greatest legacy a mother can leave her children is the quality of her own life. ~Unknown
HW-285 - Pre-op 270 - GW 150 
Don't know anything about Champion but I LOVE DR. MACIK!!!!!!!!!
The greatest legacy a mother can leave her children is the quality of her own life. ~Unknown
HW-285 - Pre-op 270 - GW 150
Topic: RE: Northside Hospital Bariatric Patient Reunion
The greatest legacy a mother can leave her children is the quality of her own life. ~Unknown
HW-285 - Pre-op 270 - GW 150
I am planning on coming!!!!! I sent in my $25 for my spouse but have not heard anything back. Am I supposed to?
Is anyone else from here going?
Is anyone else from here going?
The greatest legacy a mother can leave her children is the quality of her own life. ~Unknown
HW-285 - Pre-op 270 - GW 150
Topic: RE: Whitewater Rafting in September anyone?
I SEE YOU DOING IT BIGG!!!! CONGRATS TO YA.
ATL STAND UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SEIZE THE MOMENT!! LIGHTS , CAMERA , ACTION
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Topic: You're Invited to NOLA!
Each day, those of us in the ObesityHelp.com Member Services Department receive phone calls from OH members and visitors who are seeking help in finding a bariatric or plastic surgeon. Sometimes, it is really easy to help the person on the other side of the phone. The person might have great insurance and knows exactly which surgery type they want, and everything falls into place. However, many times it isn't that easy. As a matter of fact, sometimes it is a heartbreaking struggle. There are so many people that call us in tears and who are desperate for help. They tell us about their mobility issues, their life-threatening co-morbidities, and sometimes they share about the losses they have endured in their life.
While all of the above is hard...sometimes, it gets even harder.
They might tell us they are under-insured or not insured at all. One of the reasons ObesityHelp.com decided to have an OH Event in New Orleans (NOLA) this year is because, since 2005, we have faced an increase in calls from that region. All of the calls have had a common theme: Medicaid and difficulties finding a surgeon to accept them as patients. The devastation of the Gulf Coast from Hurricanes Katrina and Rita have had a direct impact on the lives of OH community members from this area. Even though it has been years since these storms occurred, the lives affected and the rebuilding efforts continue on.
We invite you to come to NOLA to join us for the FUN
, as well as to embrace this community.
Our mutual solidarity is needed.
Join Us: September 9th & 10th Click Here for more info on how you can help & join in on the fun!
Don't miss out on: * Chad Soileau's Inspirational Story * Bo McCoy's Conga Line * Dr. Dennis Eschete, Slamming the Door on Regain * Erin Akey, The Bariatric Journey to Health and Fitness * Kristy Kuna, OAC and Its Mission * Dr. Connie Stapleton, Recovering from Obesity * WLSFA, How the WLSFA Pays it Forward * Sarah, Navigating the Insurance Process: Pre, Post, Plastic and Beyond * Chef Dave, Packing Your Food Traveling After WLS * Many more speakers (topics still being put up on our events page) * Q & A Panel, * A Fashion Show * A Clothing Exchange * Exhibit Tables * Samples * Photos * Prize Drawings & lots of SUPPORT!
Each day, those of us in the ObesityHelp.com Member Services Department receive phone calls from OH members and visitors who are seeking help in finding a bariatric or plastic surgeon. Sometimes, it is really easy to help the person on the other side of the phone. The person might have great insurance and knows exactly which surgery type they want, and everything falls into place. However, many times it isn't that easy. As a matter of fact, sometimes it is a heartbreaking struggle. There are so many people that call us in tears and who are desperate for help. They tell us about their mobility issues, their life-threatening co-morbidities, and sometimes they share about the losses they have endured in their life. While all of the above is hard...sometimes, it gets even harder.
They might tell us they are under-insured or not insured at all. One of the reasons ObesityHelp.com decided to have an OH Event in New Orleans (NOLA) this year is because, since 2005, we have faced an increase in calls from that region. All of the calls have had a common theme: Medicaid and difficulties finding a surgeon to accept them as patients. The devastation of the Gulf Coast from Hurricanes Katrina and Rita have had a direct impact on the lives of OH community members from this area. Even though it has been years since these storms occurred, the lives affected and the rebuilding efforts continue on.
We invite you to come to NOLA to join us for the FUN
, as well as to embrace this community. Our mutual solidarity is needed.
Join Us: September 9th & 10th Click Here for more info on how you can help & join in on the fun!
Don't miss out on: * Chad Soileau's Inspirational Story * Bo McCoy's Conga Line * Dr. Dennis Eschete, Slamming the Door on Regain * Erin Akey, The Bariatric Journey to Health and Fitness * Kristy Kuna, OAC and Its Mission * Dr. Connie Stapleton, Recovering from Obesity * WLSFA, How the WLSFA Pays it Forward * Sarah, Navigating the Insurance Process: Pre, Post, Plastic and Beyond * Chef Dave, Packing Your Food Traveling After WLS * Many more speakers (topics still being put up on our events page) * Q & A Panel, * A Fashion Show * A Clothing Exchange * Exhibit Tables * Samples * Photos * Prize Drawings & lots of SUPPORT!
Topic: RE: potential bad news for state employees & teachers in 2012
That is absolutely horrible news! I can not imagine taking this opportunity for good health away from anyone. I pray that there is another way....
Topic: RE: Dr. Champion is retiring
I never said you weren't able to say what you would like, I simply said that it was unnecessary and rude. Also I think it's worth noting, he's been clean for 16 years now and complied with each restriction the medical board placed on him including the mandated monitoring and random drug screening. Either way, it's irrelevant, I just found your statement to be very rude and uncalled for. It's precisely why people don't post on these boards - they don't want to be attacked.
Lowest Weight: 145 lbs
Current weight: 148.6 lbs
Total Loss: 226 lbs
Topic: RE: Dr. Champion is retiring
Yes, you can say whatever you want, and it does not surprise me that you chose Dr Macik as your surgeon. Like the person ( aseg21) said, there is NO DOCTOR in the world that has never had a complain from a patient however Dr Champion has years of experience behind him and he has done GREAT things for his patients . If he has lost his license 3 times, I don't know and to be honest, don't care- what I care is that he was an awesome doctor, who took take care of me and before my surgery, he took time to explain to me everything that I needed to know, while your Dr Macik, could not even write a professional letter to my insurance. And please, be careful before accusing someone of being a drug addict. It's mean and cruel to mention this, unless you have proof of that. God bless you and have a great week.
Topic: RE: Dr. Champion is retiring
I can say whatever the heck I want..... and to be honest it feels good to scream from the rooftops that a drug addict dr. that lost his liscense 3 times is retiring....
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