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nawlinslady57

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  1. Congratulations. I'm the day before you. Isn't it wonderful?
  2. Hi there. I live in Gretna, LA which is across the river from New Orleans. I haven't been had surgery yet, waiting for approval.
  3. Does anyone know if the display is waterproof? I do aqua aerobics twice a week and wondered if I could use it in the pool.
  4. Good for you, but I'm green with envy. Best of luck.:smile:
  5. Barbee, I too am 66. I have done a lot of research, and I believe this is the only way for me. I am so looking forward to having something else to focus on except what I'm going to eat next. My health has deteriorated because of my weight, and i want it off so I can enjoy what's left of my life. I am sitting here on pins and needles, hoping the call comes this week that I am approved for surgery. I can't wait to start my new life.
  6. I am sorry you are having so much trouble. If I were you, I would go to another doctor and explain the situation. That doctor can then request your records. If I am not mistaken, I believe your present doctor is obligated to send him your records. Your present doctor sounds like a quack. Good luck.
  7. CONGRATULATIONS!!! That is awesome. I am so happy for you.
  8. Congratulations to you both. I hope it goes well for you. I see my last required doctor Monday, so I am hoping to have my surgery the end of April or early May.
  9. Congratulations!! You are doing great.
  10. Congratulations!! You are truly a success.
  11. Hi, I'm on the Westbank. Congratulations on your weight loss. I haven't been banded yet -- one more test and one more doctor to see. I'm hoping I can have the surgery by the end of April.
  12. Hello everyone. My name is Marilyn. I am seeing the specialists and having the tests done right now, and I hope to be approved to have the surgery in April. I am having a difficult time deciding whether to have lap band or gastric bypass. My initial thought was lap band. I met with the required psychologist yesterday, and he said because of my diabetes I should have the gastric bypass. I am so confused. I made another appointment to speak with my surgeon. I know she leans toward gastric bypass but I want to discuss the pros and cons of both.

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