Sylvie G.
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
Ontario Seminar -
I know there is a weekend seminar once a year in Ontario on weight loss surgery. Does anyone know what's it called so I can look for info on it?
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
Got Me a Fitbit -
I was waiting for the new Fitbit bracelet to come out in the spring but couldn't resist a brand new Zip someone was selling for $40. My profile is 259FYP if anyone wants to ad...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
OT - DaVinci Syrup in Barrie -
If anyone is looking for the DaVinci SF syrups, I got some today at the WInners in the south end of Barrie. They had caramel and white chocolate for $7.99 a bottle. Also had an...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
OMG, OMG, OMG! -
So yesterday I went to see the NUT, SW, and RN. Got the go ahead from all three. Also had a scope done by Dr. Hagen in the afternoon. After the scope I asked him if I could c...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
Tinzaparin - HRRH Patients -
Went for my appt with the RN and she mentioned purchasing the Tinzaparin to self inject for eight days. I haven't heard anyone here mention that they had to use it. No way in ...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
Susie Gilbreath is on the Bench -
I was at the hospital this morning for tests and checked in on Susie. She was still in recovery but the nurses said she was doing fine. I'm her angel so if I hear from her husb...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
Dr. Hagen's Office -
I have a card from dr. Hagen that says his office is on Lawrence in Toronto. Is that where I will have to go to get my Opti or dies he have another office at HRRH?
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
Who Does the Weighing -
When I met with Dr. Hagen a few weeks ago he weighed me and I was a 40 BMI right on. Booked me for a scope and made an appt with Dr. Glazer. I'm going to see the NUT, SW, and ...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
Help With Chewable Vitamins -
My surgery will be coming up in the next few months and I'm trying to get ready. I know I will need a chewable multi vitamin. Problem, I am super sensitive to flavors. Can't ...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
Surgery Date, I Hope -
So I go see the NUT, SW, and RN on the 13th. I am also having a scope the same day as I am going for a revision and the doctor needs to see what's going on in there. I think a...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
Call, call, call -
I had an appointment booked with Dr. Glazer for April 11th. Just called to see if he had any cancelations. Got moved up to March 21st. It pays to call!
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Per surgery class -
I see a lot of people go to a pre surgery class. When does that happen? I have to see the RN, SW, and nut in three weeks. Will they book the class then?
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Dr. Glazier -
I have an appointment in April with Dr. Glazier. Can someone tell me what that one is for? I now he's an Internet but don't know why I have to see him.
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Surgery Process Question -
I'm seeing the SW, NUT, and RN in March. Just wondering if you're told your approved in those meetings or do they call later? How long does it take to hear back if you are appr...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Doing Topic Searches -
Is there a way to search only the Ontario forum? When I try searching things, it searches the entire OH site. Looking for particular things I am sure have been asked before bu...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Optifast -
Just wondering if you folks in the US have to go on Optifast 2 weeks before RNY surgery? If so, are you allowed all the products (soups/bars) or just the shakes? In Canada, wh...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Met Dr. Smith - Good and Bad News -
So I met Dr. Smith today. He is very nice. I am seeking a revision. He asked me a bunch of questions and said I would be a good candidate for an RNY. Explained that I'm at h...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
When Will I be Weighed? -
Had my orientation on Jan 21st. Meeting with the doctor tomorrow and then the RN, NUT, and SW on Mar 13th. When will I have my first weigh-in? All done through HRRH. I've ac...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Heartburn/Acid Reflux -
I am seeking a revision to a 2001 surgery and meeting with the Dr. on Wednesday. For the last month or two, I've been getting heartburn/acid reflux fairly often. I've never ha...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Anyone at HRRH on Wednesday? -
Hi all. I have a 1:15 appointment with Dr. Smith on Wednesday and wondering if anyone will be there around then?
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Calcium Supplements -
I was just rereading information from the orientation and noticed for the calcium supplements that citrate and carbonate are mentioned in the list of acceptable brands. Which i...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Need Some Support -
My husband is so un-supportive. Just looking for some here. I had the audacity to tell him that I have a ridiculous goal to run a marathon before I turn 50 (I'm 47 now). I me...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Did You Purée Your Own Food -
Ok, so I don't even have a surgery date yet but I'm thinking ahead to the puréed stage of eating. Did anyone purée their own foods? If so, what type of blender/chopper/food proc...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
How Do I Put Info on My Posts? -
Just wondering how I put the info some people have on their posts at the bottom? Referral Date, Nut Date, etc.? Is it under signature in my profile? Also, some people have the...
Sylvie G. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Appointment with Dr. Smith -
So I had my orientation on January 21st and now I have an appointment with Dr. Smith at St Joe's on Feb 6th. Aren't I supposed to see the RN, NUT, etc. first?
