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favrow812
on 7/27/12 3:00 am - Olathe, KS
VSG on 02/20/12
Topic: RE: birth control after sleeve
you might want to repost this on the VSG board!

There is only one success--to be able to spend your life in your own way.
  

 
shantele7824
on 7/23/12 3:06 am - SAN PABLO, CA
Topic: Restarting secret pals?! reposting
 Hi all Readers

I have in the past been apart of doing secret pals and I have been looking into doing it again, but it doesn't seem to be running so I am looking to see if maybe I could restart it myself! I first would like to see if there is any members in joining in and becoming secret pals. Also I would like to know if I need to be a OH leader to do it so if any OH leaders is reading this can you please notify me with the answer to that question please and thanks. I loved how well it went for me and know the things I received I still use today and hopefully the things I sent my pal she is enjoying

Any and all comments are needed thanks all!!!
First Meeting with Surgeon:2/10/2011  weight was 460
Surgery Date:5/03/2011  Weight was 428
Revsion To RNY 06/26/2012 Weight 
                    
jennygalthin n
on 7/20/12 12:11 pm
Topic: RE: vertical sleeve gastrectomy
dont know where you live but I was a self pay and used dr in Dallas Texas.. charge 9500 for everything
            
rebecky
on 7/19/12 2:40 pm - Chapel Hill, NC
VSG on 07/09/12
Topic: RE: Dr. Aceves vs Dr. Ortiz
I originally was set up with Dr. Ortiz, impressed by the hype. But I read a couple of mediocre reports on his surgical facility, and changed my mind. Meanwhile EVERYTHING I read about Dr. Aceves was glowing. I had to sacrifice my $500 deposit. But it was all OK, because I just had my gastric sleeve surgery July 9th with Dr. Aceves, and the experience was excellent.   He is an experienced, and super careful surgeon;  3 separate leak tests were done to make sure the sleeve was tight. Also, Dr. Aceves, along with his colleague Dr. Campos(who himself had the sleeve surgery!) practice in a real, fully-equipped hospital. It is a very clean, private facility, with the state of the art equipment. Also the environment was so quiet & restful, not like most noisy, stressful hospitals in the States. I was able to really recover quickly. Often thought I was in a hotel! The nursing staff was so attentive, responding to my calls very quickly. They guide you through the whole process smoothly and professionally.  I say, hands down, Dr. Aceves is your man!
divapeach
on 7/19/12 1:50 am - MD
Topic: Horror Stories - Weight Gain
I keep hearing horror stories about others who have WLS and gained the weight back.  The last story I heard (yesterday) the person had the WLS about 15yrs ago (not sure which one) but gained her weight back.  This would be traumatizing to me emotionally.  I exercise 3-4 days a week for about 1-1 1/2hrs each session.  I have noticed my appetite has increased (sweet tooth also).  I try to average between 1200-1300 calories a day and I am 9mo post sleeve. 

Any words of encouragement...scare tactics are also welcomed.

kymberlane
on 7/14/12 9:31 am
Topic: RE: vertical sleeve gastrectomy
Thanks for the information. My husband who is paying for my surgery refuses to let me go to Mexico. I will be having it in the States.
NewtoYou
on 7/13/12 11:41 pm
VSG on 09/10/12
Topic: RE: My WLS and my school project...
Yes!  This exactly!    I too have only recently started taking on accountability for everything.  

This journey has truly opened my eyes to how dishonest I have been with myself over the years; to let myself get to this point.  

Good luck Danny! 
Suzanne B.
on 7/13/12 10:00 am - OR
Suzanne B.
on 7/13/12 9:55 am - OR
Topic: RE: Do Not let someone bully you
Hi

Thanks so very much for enjoying this.  I will copy and paste it so everyone will have the opportunity to read it.  I hate people who try to BULLY others.  I guess after working in the School District for so many years, this was the main thing that I disliked the most and ALWAYS tried to stop it.

Hugs,
Suzanne
Suzanne B
Eugene, OR
Dr. Aceves
10/21/2008 
Start lbs 225
Now 120
Desari63
on 7/13/12 7:08 am - Hickory Creek, TX
VSG on 02/29/12
Topic: RE: Do Not let someone bully you
This is an excellent read and I think you should put it on the VSG board for all to read...

Barbara McKeown

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