sleevers in Chicago southland

[makemyownluck 785]

I'm scheduled for May 2nd. I live in Aurora, having my surgery at Rush University in Chicago. I'm sorry you had a break down on surgery day, I've been feeling a little overwhelmed as well as the day is approaching. I'm just trying to remember that yes, these next few weeks/months may be difficult at times, but I WILL be okay and I'll get what I wanted from this and I'll have the rest of my life to live.

They can definitely give you some Valium in your IV on surgery day, just try to take deep breaths and think of something else until you get it. You can do this!!

Good luck!

[hewalkswithme 11]

Thanks for that, Im trying to keep my mind on the positive, im having mine at little company Mary hospital... Dr Cahill.. good luck on may 2 you will do fine..

[BeBeSpArKLeS 70]

Wishing you both luck on your upcoming surgeries! I am from Huntley and had my surgery at Good Shepherd in Barrington on March 20, 2013. I'll be honest I almost rescheduled my surgery due to fear and anxiety. I am now 4.5 weeks out and and down 28 lbs since surgery. The first couple days out for me were rough but has gotten better everyday. I can eat almost anything.

[hewalkswithme 11]

wow bebe thats great im so happy your doing good keep up the good work 28 pounds just wonderful.

[missmarie124 67]

Hi,

I'm Marie and I live in Joliet, IL. I had my surgery 3/8/13 at Good Samaritan hospital in Downers Grove, IL. I'm down 25 pounds so far. Started at 240 and currently at 215. I'm a slow loser compared to others but I'm content! Nice to meet you all!

[hewalkswithme 11]

hi, good job ladies your doing so good I can't wait until may 13 that's my big day..

[katvo 5]

I was sleeved by dr Lahmann on Monday, and it couldn't have gone better, do everything they say, they know what they are talking about. Silver cross is amazing as well, all the staff were so polite and supportive. Good luck!

[nurseghana 167]

I have my surgery scheduled for this coming Wednesday' date=' May 30th. Looking for some Chicago or Chicagoland sleeve buddies! I am almost 25 years old and would love to meet some people my age going through the same thing![/quote']

Iam in Skokie

[debbie0406 59]

Hi I am from a south suburb of Chicago. I had my surgery at the University of Chicago. My surgery was July 23, 2012. I am down 75 lbs. my starting weight was 220. I am now 145. I was stalled for over two months. I would love to get down to 128. I am losing very slow.

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[amandalynn76 15]

I was sleeved by dr Lahmann on Monday' date=' and it couldn't have gone better, do everything they say, they know what they are talking about. Silver cross is amazing as well, all the staff were so polite and supportive. Good luck![/quote']

That's comforting to hear. Mine is this upcoming Monday with dr Joyce.

How are you feeling? Any pain?

Amanda

[diva1 29]

I'm scheduled for June 18th, at Alexian Brothers with Dr.Kane.

[Tstorm1070 192]

Hi! I'm from A small town north of Rockford, Il. I was sleeved Feb 14, 2013 in Madison, Wi. Down 53#.

When I had surgery I was READY. I was so miserable being fat and not being able to walk or just do normal things. You have to get into that mind set your ready to change your life. It is painful when you 1st wake up but by day 10 I was feeling like a new person and its been great ever since.

Good luck you guys

[katvo 5]

Amandalynn, I stayed on the pain meds until last Saturday. I had to figure out my pain from uncomfort. I'm not necessarily in pain, but it's just uncomfortable sometimes. I followed everything they said though, got up and sat on the chair the first day, and then walked around a lot the next day. Getting up and moving really helped with gas too. I go for my follow up on Friday, so I will see how much I lost, feels like a lot!

[unshackled 8]

In in Chicago, oak park,,Illinois

[diva1 29]

I'm in oakbrook