How did you first find out about bariatric surgery and what were your initial impressions of it?

TV commercial was interested

What was your stay in the hospital like? How long where you there? What things are most important to bring?

very pleasant, 4 days, lip balm,

Did you have any complications from the surgery? If so, how did you deal with them?

none

In the weeks after you got your surgery date, how did you feel? How did you cope with any anxiety you might have felt?

felt very good, listened to relaxation tapes

Describe your first few weeks home from the hospital. What should people expect from this period?

first few weeks went well don't be afraid to ask for help and don't over do it

How far did you travel to have your surgery? (If far, how did this affect your aftercare?)

2.5 hours 1 way missed 3 month follow-up

What aftercare support group/program do you have? How helpful/important is this?

support group, very important

What is your scar like? Is this what you expected?

about 12 inches long a bit more then I expected

Please describe any plateau experiences you have had since surgery.

about 6 weeks out hit a 1 week plateau

Do you notice people treating you any differently now?

a little