Question:
A number of people in the Jackson, MS area would like to form a support group.

Most of us traveled long distances to have our surgery, and find it difficult to get back for the support groups on a routine basis. Our group would consist of patients who had many different surgeons and, therefore, have different postop diets and instructions. If we found a group leader with extensive experience with WLS patients, could we make a group like this work? Does anyone have any experience with a "mixed" group like this?    — Heddy-Dale M. (posted on February 13, 2000)

February 13, 2000
We attend or host 7 support groups each month. Many of us have been done by different doctors. Although post-op nutrition or exercise are often discussed (with a wide range of opinions), there are plenty of topics that are clearly the same for all of us. What it was like to be heavy, the changes during transition, what we like best about being "less" and the problems/joys of suddenly being though attractive in a world that previously considered us eyesores! Having someone who is experiences in WLS may or may not help your cause. No guarantees.
   — vitalady