GenJones posted a discussion topic 6 years, 10 months ago

My insurance requires a 6 month medically-supervised wt. loss program and I started it on Friday (Optifast). It was actually easier the first few days but now I'm having hunger pangs and cravings. I've lost 22lbs so far, so I guess that's good, but our


GenJones has a new goal: Lose 50 lbs in the sixth months before my surgery. 6 years, 10 months ago
I plan to browse this forum and others to remind myself of what I'm working toward.

GenJones posted a discussion topic 6 years, 10 months ago

I'm considering changing my surgeon from Dr Kane to Dr Prachand, at the U of Chicago. Does anyone know if Prachand does the tradition DS surgery with two anastomoses? It's hard to find that out online and the first seminar available is two weeks from n


Kathy S. wrote 6 years, 11 months ago
Thank you for registering at ObesityHelp.com. It's time to begin or continue your weight loss journey. You can get started by customizing your personal profile, set some new goals, begin tracking your weight loss, and post on the message boards. If you need some assistance getting started, that is what I am here for. We hope you enjoy your experience here at ObesityHelp.com.

GenJones posted a discussion topic 6 years, 11 months ago

Hi there. I just had my first consult with my surgeon. I told him I was thinking gastric sleeve would be best, but he told me I should get a duodenal switch. I'm a little dazed by that. I never considered DS and it's not a very common surgery. I guess

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