Did you ever get any responses? I will be having RNY on 3/26 and I have a friend that had Band a few years ago who needs some support. His Dr. quit performing WLS right after he had it done. Anyway, I live right in that area. I used to belong to PWC but since I wasn't going anymore I stopped my membership. Let me know because the support groups my Dr. has told me about are in Reston or Herndon.

Thanks,

you will have to find a protein without any artificial sweetener, but you may be able to get you protein from  meat and fish after a few weeks

you will be able to drink water , herb tea, soup, juices

 It is best if you go to a wls surgeon that will work with your neurosurgeon, maybe also a hematologist

 

Im 6mo post op and ive lost 58lbs. I feel like my weight loss has stopped or slowed down..im a really busy person so i havent been really watching what i eat but i dont eat too bad. if i do i take a few bites and im full, and i haven't used my gym membership much. kinda bummed but i really need to lose 50lbs in the next 50days for a cruise..with excersice and watching what i eat do you think this can be done? and how much did you lose at 6 mo post op? Thanks!

Weight loss surgery is a tool.  An effective tool but how you use that tool is what matters.  Take advantage of the support and advice of many OH members who have had the same concerns.  You can do this!  

Sincerely,

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I haven't dealt with your situation as I'm waiting for my VSG surgery next week.  Sounds like you have a good physician who's anxious to see you get through this.  The PICC line is the optimal way to administer the parenteral nutrition which you need to help sustain your nutritional needs.  Keep that vision of how good you're going to feel in the end.  Good luck.