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  • Two years ago, I could barely walk across a parking lot in the high altitude of Flagstaff, AZ.  Yesterday, 9 months and 65 lbs. lighter after my VSG, I hiked for an hour to an even higher ele...

Pat D. posted a discussion topic 5 years, 9 months ago

Hi All,

It's six months since my surgery and I'm celebrating my decision to go with the VSG and my great surgeon, Dr. Robert Berger in Flagstaff.

While the process is a little slower than I expected, my WL is fairly constant (except a 3


Pat D. posted a discussion topic 6 years, 1 month ago

Okay, the good news first...I am 2-1/2 months out of surgery, and St. Vincent DePaul Thrift Shop is getting a closet full of summer clothes! It's starting to hit the 80's here in Northern Arizona, so I went through my closet and was delighted to find


Pat D. posted a discussion topic 6 years, 3 months ago

Well, VSGers, despite a momentary pre-surgery panic attack (calmed by my DH), I had successful VSG surgery on my "cascade stomach" last Wednesday and am recuperating well.

For those who don't know, a Cascade Stomach is a relatively rare birth


Pat D. posted a discussion topic 6 years, 3 months ago

Hello friends!


This is my first post after several months reading posts from others...and it's been such a great help! I'm preparing for VSG surgery next Wednesday, Jan. 17th, and was wondering what surprised you...what happened that you


Kathy S. wrote 6 years, 3 months ago
Congratulations on your upcoming surgery!? Here are some links to information you may find helpful: http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/photographing-your-weigh t-loss-surgery-journey/ http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/weight-loss-surgery-hosp tial-stay-what-to-pack/ http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/four-on-the-floor-self-c are-after-weight-loss-surgery/ We can't wait to hear from you post-op!
About Me
35.8
BMI
VSG
Surgery
01/17/2018
Surgery Date
Sep 08, 2017
Member Since

Before & After
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Before
271lbs
After 14 months
202lbs

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