I'm glad to hear a few people recommend the bariatric surgeons at Sacred Heart Riverbend in Springfield.  I have an appointment on Aug 12th for an informational seminar and to turn in my paperwork.  I live in Springfield so it's very convenient for me.  I'm just getting started on this journey but now that I've decided to do it I can't wait to get through the process!    :)

Had a very nice time at the meet up in July. Got to catch up and also meet a new face! This month we are going to hold the meeting at a residence so if you are interested in coming pm me and I'll give you the address and phone #. Meeting will be at 7pm and there will be WLS friendly snacks!

Katie

Someone else ask for information on plastic surgeons at OSHU.  These are the ones that have been to group and sheared information with us.  So, if you are at this stage or thinking about it. 

Dr. Jennifer Murphy ( abdominoplasty, breast) , Dr. Hema Thakar ( same as Dr. Murphy) , Dr. Juliana Hansen ( specializes in facial reconstruction) and Dr. Reid Mueller. Clinic number is 503-494-6687, their site http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/health/services/clinics/PlasticRecons tructiveSurgery.cfm?showDocs=9

Yep - it's perfectly normal.  You'll experience several of these plateaus on your way down.  Your body just needs a chance to re-check its bearings.  You'll start up again before you know it.

Hi everyone! My name is Ashley and I am trying to find a support group/friends/pen pal/phone buddy for my mother. She is 48 years old and needs to lose around 200 lbs. I support her all I can, but she does not have any friends who treat her right. All the people she has been involved with always take advantage of her and treat her badly. She needs people in her life that are going through the same things she is and to give her hope and inspiration to lose her weight and get healthy. She is a very wonderful and caring person and would love to share her journey with someone positive and caring as well. Please contact me if you are interested, or if you know of meetings or activities she would be able to attend.
Thank you so much and best wishes on your weight loss goals!!!!