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Hi Chamaica,

I"m in New Orleans also...going to TJ in two weeks. Are you set up with a bariatric support group here? Perhaps we could get out and walk together a few times a week?

im in belle chasse and have my surgery date on sept 8 also in tj with dr. Almanza.

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To PhatGurl80 and JAMIEI...thank you both for responding to my post...no I'm not in any support groups and I haven't been to any as of yet..I would love to get together walk and/or talk...please email me tearlessheart@gmail.com and we can exchange numbers from there..I wish you both much success on your journey and can't wait to share stories or answer any of your questions you may have. I know I had a lot of questions before and during my process...I'm not sure if you ladies know about another website which I found to be very imformative and I use it almost everyday as another inspirational website it's www.obesityhelp.com my name on there is Chamaica as well..ttyl..

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To PhatGurl80 and JAMIEI...thank you both for responding to my post...no I'm not in any support groups and I haven't been to any as of yet..I would love to get together walk and/or talk...please email me tearlessheart@gmail.com and we can exchange numbers from there..I wish you both much success on your journey and can't wait to share stories or answer any of your questions you may have. I know I had a lot of questions before and during my process...I'm not sure if you ladies know about another website which I found to be very imformative and I use it almost everyday as another inspirational website it's www.obesityhelp.com my name on there is Chamaica as well..ttyl..

west jefferson hostipal has a support group for anyone who has had weight loss surgery including the sleeve and its free. after i have my surgery i will be calling.

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Just registered on site today. Am currently scheduled for surgery on 11/22/11 and would like to hear what others have to say about dr. philip gachassin. Do ya'll know if there is a way to search this site by dr? Really like him but nervous!!!

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Hello to my Louisiana Sleevers!

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<li>Dr. Oconnell in New Orleans did my sleeve he never spoke to me about any size. In fact I have a leak. I had my suergery on 11/11/11 and have had 5 suergeries and now I have a feeding tube and a drain. I will be like for the next few months. I pray that no one has to go through this. If I had to do it again, I would never do again. I cant have anything by mouth and have not had anything by mouth since 11/20/11. I cry everyday because the hunger pains are so bad. My feeding tube in my small bowl so I dont get full. Good luck and God Bless you all</li>

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Hi. I live on the northshore. Not sleeved yet. Hopefully in February. Surgical specialist is my group. Any body knows of support groups. I'm willing to drive to NOLA or the BR.

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Hey everybody. I am from New Orleans and I live in Laplace. I was sleeved on 01/30/12 with Dr. Garcia in TJ. I am doing ok besides the head hunger, bloat, and acid reflux. All are controllable...well except for the bloat. I work in Metairie.If there is anyone who want to email or chat let me know.

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Hi everybody! Sorry I missed this thread before--I'm a veteran around here and would be happy to answer questions, provide support, or whatever. :-) I'm just "this close" to goal, kind of bouncing between 1 and 2 pounds off goal depending on my salt intake--I need to get off my fanny, exercise, and get these last couple of pounds GONE.

So hi to everyone!!

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Hi,

I had my sleeve on 1/18/12 by Dr Thomas Lavin with Surgical Specialists of Louisiana in Covington LA. No problems at all. I have 60 lbs to lose, so I don't think I will be losing as quickly, but I just want it to be a steady loss.

@finaly4me - There is a Support Group in Metairie at the Medical Bldg next to Tulane-Lakeside Hospital on the I-10 Service Rd by Clearview. It is every Wednesday at 6pm. There is also one in Slidell. Not sure when those are.

Nobody said anything to me about the size of my sleeve. I assumed they were all pretty much the same size. I will have to speak to the office personnel the next time I go.

Good to see some locals on here!

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I had surgery 12/21/11 in Covington by Dr. Tom Lavin...he's the best!!!

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I'm seeing Dr. Laving tomorrow to sign consents. Hope to have the date soon. I'm sooo ready. Are there any questions I should ask him that you wish you had?

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Thanks Louisiana girl. I may try the slidell groups. Though I don't like driving at night. I appreciate the input.

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Finaly4me - I can't think of anything offhand! You, definitely, won't regret your choice in doctors. Keep me informed & good luck!!!!

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