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Julia D. 19 years, 4 months ago

Congrats Delana, Welcome to the losers bench!! Glad you are home and taking charge of your new life. I wish you all the best and keep walking and walking and remember sip, sip, sip.You are over the hill and on the down slide to being a GREAT BIG LOSER!!

Julia D. 19 years, 4 months ago

Congrats Delana, Welcome to the losers bench!! Glad you are home and taking charge of your new life. I wish you all the best and keep walking and walking and remember sip, sip, sip.You are over the hill and on the down slide to being a GREAT BIG LOSER!!

dlsntenn 19 years, 4 months ago

Hello Delana: Best wishes for a very successful surgery. Mine is on 12/20 and I can see that our feelings are quite normal. Blessings to you and your family this Christmas and Thank You to your husband for his service to our country.

Cira S. 19 years, 4 months ago

Congratulations on your upcoming surgery! Wishing all the best and a speedy recovery.

future former fat chick 19 years, 4 months ago

Congratulations on your upcoming surgery! I am post-op Laparoscopic RNY; my surgery was on 5/24/05. Anyway, I will be praying for you, and I know you will come through surgery with flying colors. Pretty soon, you will be a big ol’ loser!! I’m not going to tell you that the first few weeks after surgery will be a bed of roses because it was pretty bad for me. But today, I feel fine and the only thing that I regret is that I didn’t have surgery in 2004 when I first started researching it. So, if you find that you’re having a hard time coping right after surgery, please know that it DOES get better. Don’t ever hesitate to email me if there is anything I can do for you – even if you just need a pep talk! So here’s to you… may you have a successful surgery, improved health, energy galore, many “wow moments”, and fabulous before-and-after pics! God bless! Hugs, Tracy

Cyndi M. 19 years, 5 months ago

~~~~~~CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR UPCOMING SURGERY~~~~~~ (Everything in our lives happens for a purpose and that purpose is to prepare us) May God give you courage, strength and guidance throughout your new journey. You are about to embark on the most amazing transformation of you mind, body and soul. Your big day is almost here, this is the day, your new life will begin, I cant promise it will be easy, cant say it will be hard, I can say that with all the complications and everything I had to go through, It was well worth it. I have never felt better in yearsss, I’m off all medications, have sooooo much more energy. So if you hit a bump in the road, hang in there and remember it will alll be worth it in the long run. Sending Prayers your way that the Lord will guide your surgeon’s hands. May the guardian angels wrap their loving arms of protection around you during your surgery and recovery. Remember your not alone in this journey, many of us have been down this road, we are here to offer love and support. Looking forward to hearing from you on the loosing side. Huggs and Prayers Link to my profile 8-19-04 surgery date weight 297.5 height 5f 2 -118.5 weight losss http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/faith4ever/

DelanaBoBana 19 years, 6 months ago

I just had my first surgical consultation today so I really don't have alot of information to form an opinion as to my likes/dislikes with regards to the surgeon or his staff. They were friendly and helpful. Dr. Udobi himself was kind and patient. The process for me is just beginning but thus far, other than the 3 week wait to get an appt, it hasn't been bad. I rec'd a large manual, which I read twice while waiting to be seen. I didn't realize when I went in that I would be wearing a hospital gown, so I hadn't shaved my legs in a few days. Dr. Udobi was unperturbed by that. He said "Americans worry too much about body hair..." lol. He asked if I had any questions and if my family was supportive of my having surgery. He said that would be important. He gave me a list of things to do before my next surgical consultation including a heart stress test, some blood work, meet with a psychologist and a dietician, etc. I asked Gayle to put in the Tricare request for surgery so that when everything was completed we could proceed if I was approved. She said she would. If possible, it is important I have the surgery before the holidays so my husband can take some leave to help me with our children, the household jobs, and my recovery. He is a RN/BSN, so having him close by will be of great benefit. All in all, my appt went as well as could possibly be expected.

DelanaBoBana 19 years, 6 months ago

I just had my first surgical consultation today so I really don't have alot of information to form an opinion as to my likes/dislikes with regards to the surgeon or his staff. They were friendly and helpful. Dr. Udobi himself was kind and patient. The process for me is just beginning but thus far, other than the 3 week wait to get an appt, it hasn't been bad. I rec'd a large manual, which I read twice while waiting to be seen. I didn't realize when I went in that I would be wearing a hospital gown, so I hadn't shaved my legs in a few days. Dr. Udobi was unperturbed by that. He said "Americans worry too much about body hair..." lol. He asked if I had any questions and if my family was supportive of my having surgery. He said that would be important. He gave me a list of things to do before my next surgical consultation including a heart stress test, some blood work, meet with a psychologist and a dietician, etc. I asked Gayle to put in the Tricare request for surgery so that when everything was completed we could proceed if I was approved. She said she would. If possible, it is important I have the surgery before the holidays so my husband can take some leave to help me with our children, the household jobs, and my recovery. He is a RN/BSN, so having him close by will be of great benefit. All in all, my appt went as well as could possibly be expected.