pomeerin

I admit, some of you definitely have valid points. Positive energy is better than negative energy. But I should probably clarify my thoughts on the matter.
When I made my initial post, I was thinking of family members only. I'm actually only telling about 4 family members, and they're all very deeply Christian. They regularly tell me they're praying to Jesus to speak to me so that I'll finally "grow up" and start believing. As if that's the inevitable eventuality and I have no choice in the matter. So I suppose that, for me personally, it can sometimes feel like a very subtle attack on my way of life for one of these family members to tell me they're praying for me. Of course, I always just reply "thank you, I love you too"and then try desperately to change the subject, haha. (I think I was also mad at them when I posted this because I had only told TWO family members and told them to keep their traps shut, but then suddenly two more family members know, surprise surprise. Dang busybodies.)
This absolutely doesn't apply to strangers or co-workers or anybody else who doesn't know I'm an atheist. With them, I accept the face value positivity of their statement, and move on.
I hope that clears things up, haha.

Because I believe it's useless. I know they mean well, but they all know I'm an atheist - it's no secret. I know someone praying for me doesn't *hurt* anything, but it sure doesn't help either. I guess I'd rather they do something practical to show their concern, like send me a care package (they've all had surgeries before and I never have, so I assume they'd know what little things I'll treasure afterward) or just take the time to talk with me about my fears, etc.

Ugh, I'm gearing up to hear a lot of that from family members prior to my surgery. I know I'll have to play it nice and just thank them because they mean well, but ughh. I'll just mentally grimace, lol.

Because I believe it's useless. I know they mean well, but they all know I'm an atheist - it's no secret. I know someone praying for me doesn't *hurt* anything, but it sure doesn't help either. I guess I'd rather they do something practical to show their concern, like send me a care package (they've all had surgeries before and I never have, so I assume they'd know what little things I'll treasure afterward) or just take the time to talk with me about my fears, etc.

Because I believe it's useless. I know they mean well, but they all know I'm an atheist - it's no secret. I know someone praying for me doesn't *hurt* anything, but it sure doesn't help either. I guess I'd rather they do something practical to show their concern, like send me a care package (they've all had surgeries before and I never have, so I assume they'd know what little things I'll treasure afterward) or just take the time to talk with me about my fears, etc.

Because I believe it's useless. I know they mean well, but they all know I'm an atheist - it's no secret. I know someone praying for me doesn't *hurt* anything, but it sure doesn't help either. I guess I'd rather they do something practical to show their concern, like send me a care package (they've all had surgeries before and I never have, so I assume they'd know what little things I'll treasure afterward) or just take the time to talk with me about my fears, etc.

Because I believe it's useless. I know they mean well, but they all know I'm an atheist - it's no secret. I know someone praying for me doesn't *hurt* anything, but it sure doesn't help either. I guess I'd rather they do something practical to show their concern, like send me a care package (they've all had surgeries before and I never have, so I assume they'd know what little things I'll treasure afterward) or just take the time to talk with me about my fears, etc.

Haha yup... I was in a car accident 10 days after my sleeve surgery and blew out my entire knee: http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/261129-car-accident-2-weeks-after-surgery-broken-leg/
Don't worry about meniscal surgery, though. On the scale of things, it really was not that bad, even though I had mine when I still weighed above 300 lbs! My surgery and leg injuries were both 10s on the pain scale, but the meniscal repair was only like a 2! No joke! Waking up from surgery always sucks though. :/
I actually recommend doing physical therapy first though, because for me the surgery didn't do squat compared to the reduction in pain as well as gains in mobility and strength that PT gave me. With physical therapy, you might not even need surgery.
Oh... and most of all, I recommend getting a second opinion from a different orthopedist. This is absolutely crucial because your knees are effing important.

Haha yup... I was in a car accident 10 days after my sleeve surgery and blew out my entire knee: http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/261129-car-accident-2-weeks-after-surgery-broken-leg/
Don't worry about meniscal surgery, though. On the scale of things, it really was not that bad, even though I had mine when I still weighed above 300 lbs! My surgery and leg injuries were both 10s on the pain scale, but the meniscal repair was only like a 2! No joke! Waking up from surgery always sucks though. :/
I actually recommend doing physical therapy first though, because for me the surgery didn't do squat compared to the reduction in pain as well as gains in mobility and strength that PT gave me. With physical therapy, you might not even need surgery.
Oh... and most of all, I recommend getting a second opinion from a different orthopedist. This is absolutely crucial because your knees are effing important.

Agirlnamedfrankie was the first to pm me, so I'm talking with her now, but if it doesn't work out I'll message the second in line!
And happymama2014, I actually found one called "Biochem 100% whey protein" at a local natural groceries store. The "natural flavor" one is totally unsweetened so I always add a tablespoon of good Peanut Butter to doctor it up, but the other flavors are sweetened ever so slightly with real sugar, just a couple grams of carbs worth.

Haha yup... I was in a car accident 10 days after my sleeve surgery and blew out my entire knee: http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/261129-car-accident-2-weeks-after-surgery-broken-leg/
Don't worry about meniscal surgery, though. On the scale of things, it really was not that bad, even though I had mine when I still weighed above 300 lbs! My surgery and leg injuries were both 10s on the pain scale, but the meniscal repair was only like a 2! No joke! Waking up from surgery always sucks though. :/
I actually recommend doing physical therapy first though, because for me the surgery didn't do squat compared to the reduction in pain as well as gains in mobility and strength that PT gave me. With physical therapy, you might not even need surgery.
Oh... and most of all, I recommend getting a second opinion from a different orthopedist. This is absolutely crucial because your knees are effing important.

Because I believe it's useless. I know they mean well, but they all know I'm an atheist - it's no secret. I know someone praying for me doesn't *hurt* anything, but it sure doesn't help either. I guess I'd rather they do something practical to show their concern, like send me a care package (they've all had surgeries before and I never have, so I assume they'd know what little things I'll treasure afterward) or just take the time to talk with me about my fears, etc.

Because I believe it's useless. I know they mean well, but they all know I'm an atheist - it's no secret. I know someone praying for me doesn't *hurt* anything, but it sure doesn't help either. I guess I'd rather they do something practical to show their concern, like send me a care package (they've all had surgeries before and I never have, so I assume they'd know what little things I'll treasure afterward) or just take the time to talk with me about my fears, etc.

I admit, some of you definitely have valid points. Positive energy is better than negative energy. But I should probably clarify my thoughts on the matter.
When I made my initial post, I was thinking of family members only. I'm actually only telling about 4 family members, and they're all very deeply Christian. They regularly tell me they're praying to Jesus to speak to me so that I'll finally "grow up" and start believing. As if that's the inevitable eventuality and I have no choice in the matter. So I suppose that, for me personally, it can sometimes feel like a very subtle attack on my way of life for one of these family members to tell me they're praying for me. Of course, I always just reply "thank you, I love you too"and then try desperately to change the subject, haha. (I think I was also mad at them when I posted this because I had only told TWO family members and told them to keep their traps shut, but then suddenly two more family members know, surprise surprise. Dang busybodies.)
This absolutely doesn't apply to strangers or co-workers or anybody else who doesn't know I'm an atheist. With them, I accept the face value positivity of their statement, and move on.
I hope that clears things up, haha.

I admit, some of you definitely have valid points. Positive energy is better than negative energy. But I should probably clarify my thoughts on the matter.
When I made my initial post, I was thinking of family members only. I'm actually only telling about 4 family members, and they're all very deeply Christian. They regularly tell me they're praying to Jesus to speak to me so that I'll finally "grow up" and start believing. As if that's the inevitable eventuality and I have no choice in the matter. So I suppose that, for me personally, it can sometimes feel like a very subtle attack on my way of life for one of these family members to tell me they're praying for me. Of course, I always just reply "thank you, I love you too"and then try desperately to change the subject, haha. (I think I was also mad at them when I posted this because I had only told TWO family members and told them to keep their traps shut, but then suddenly two more family members know, surprise surprise. Dang busybodies.)
This absolutely doesn't apply to strangers or co-workers or anybody else who doesn't know I'm an atheist. With them, I accept the face value positivity of their statement, and move on.
I hope that clears things up, haha.

To echo what most everyone else has said: this is normal. I made a living will, a last will and testament, AND setup my medical power of attorney, you know... to cover all my bases just in case. I also wrote a lovely letter to my fiance telling him goodbye and reassuring him and also telling him exactly what to do if things go wrong including which world renowned scientist must be contacted if I was in a coma. Did I over-think and over-prepare? I don't think so, because knowing that all my ducks were in a row helped me to be calm as they wheeled me off to surgery. Some may call it obsessive, but I think it's better to be what I like to call "aggressively prepared" than the alternative.
And I'd like to disagree that worry is unproductive and that your fears are irrational. These fears are quite normal and rational as you are about to voluntarily let someone carve up your insides. And worry is extremely productive! It's what makes you prepare!

I was told three Protein Shakes for a total of 60g Protein and max 20g carbs each day, and nothing else, for 7 days. I've had ups and downs with it, for sure, but I've been very good about it because I want my liver to be shrunken enough for the surgery to be easy for the surgeon! I don't want any complications! I won't lie though...I may or may not have stood in my kitchen crying and looking at food last night before I forced myself to go to bed.

Surgery was June 7th, weighed 440, started out at 456 when I decided to finally go thru with this...just made it to 400 this week...clothes are starting to be too big, and I can easily bend over to put on shoes and socks...not a big deal for most people, but it is a big deal for those of us who couldn't...I started way heavier than most so I expect my loss rate is going to be higher than most...

If I have been unclear about anything here, is certainly isn't how I feel about Luna's actions or ANY implication that he is a victim of some sort. I don't think I have ever even said anything that could have implied that I felt he was a victim, let alone straight out said it.
And as far as knowing the OP's intentions, I found out her decision minutes before my post about her posting a retraction. I hadn't seen her retraction on this post yet, but was informed by her of an official retraction to the company. I was led to believe all last night and today that she was planning on contacting the company herself and telling them what happened directly.
Ironically, I was "blindsided" myself this morning when I was forwarded an email from the company where she sent a vague denial of wrong doing. I found out then (meaning late this morning in pacific time) that she was planning a retraction at all. Throughout the day, we spoke off and on as she also spoke to other "influencing sources." I believed that she was going to follow through like she said and make a formal statement to the company.
This afternoon, I received an email from the company informing me that because she has issued a retraction and they have "never had any patients complaining about him, believe me" That they appear to be wiping their hands of the whole thing and calling it a day.
I then spoke to the OP and told her what the company had said to me, including Dr. Luna's denials and dismissive comments about her, she was very relieved and grateful that there would be no consequences from her post outing him in the first place. I told her then that I was upset for being placed in the position I was in and that I was highly uncomfortable with the way things were settling. And I have stopped speaking with her out of my hurt for how I feel she lied to me about her intentions to do the right thing, despite someone's convincing. And also because I value my integrity and pride myself on being honest with people, even when it's not the popular opinion or one they want to hear.
Your post is a perfect illustration of that. You imply that I knowingly defended someone planning a retraction, and corroborated a story that I knew would never be reported. I pride myself on my integrity and honesty. Your post is a perfect example of how she put those parts of me in question with her actions!!

Shame on you. You are attacking the wrong person here. At first, Kristina was trying to do the right thing and stand by a friend through her emotional hardship. She defended her integrity and then, when she found out about the deceitful retraction, encouraged her to do the right thing.
Short of physically forcing the OP to do the right thing, what else can she do? Kristina had a great experience yet rightfully pulled her good review. That shows integrity and compassion for others.
Kristina has done nothing wrong here. Review the thread, the timeline and the facts before you continue to bash her for nothing. You are looking quite foolish.

http://www.ama-assn.org//ama/pub/physician-resources/medical-ethics/code-medical-ethics/opinion814.page
Did everyone miss this link posted earlier, or are you all just caught up in the drama? If this had happened in the U.S., if reported, the Dr. would have been investigated and reprimanded. He wouldn't lose his license, but he'd probably have to attend classes on maintaining appropriate boundaries, and possibly be placed on probation.
The woman was vulnerable, used bad judgment, and in the end was hurt. She got angry and lashed out here.... all understandable. But the bottom line is.... what he did was unethical. Boundaries need to be maintained during and after office hours.
I'm sure there are situations where relationships are formed and the outcome is very good, but usually this isn't the case.
http://www.ama-assn.org//ama/pub/physician-resources/medical-ethics/code-medical-ethics/opinion814.page

Love you, girl. xxxooo

It's back up.... But after reading some of these latest comments from some of these "ladies"
I almost wished it wasn't.
I am truly saddened by some of these judgements and lack of understanding about something that is so ethically wrong.
Do you have mothers? Sisters? Daughters?