hi i'm ed,a 56 year old insurance salesman in west central louisiana, that has decide to do something about my weight. i've weighed over 300 lbs for 12 years and its time for a change. after seeing the results of weight loss surgery from several friends and clients, i've decided to use vsg. i have my initial consultation with dr merriman in shreveport, la on july 14th. cannot think of a thing that will make me change my mind. ready for the thinner ed i used to know. have seen a lot of good results and comments on this forum. will keep posting as time goes on. wish me luck

Good luck Ed!!! I think you are making a great choice! I will be getting sleeved next month! Congratulations on your journey and welcome to the forum!

I had my vsg 2 weeks ago and I already feel better. The first week was tough, but it gets better fast. I now finally feel like I have a real chance at getting this weight issue under control. I wish you the best on your journey, and with this web site you know you won't be going-it alone!

Welcome to the forums and congratulations on making the decision.

Hi Ed, I am also from Louisana. My surgery is scheduled for the 24th of June, this friday!!! My doctor is Dr ZIZI in West Monroe. good luck to you

Hello guys, I am new and Im thinking about getting the sleeve versus the lap band....any suggestions?

hi i'm ed,a 56 year old insurance salesman in west central louisiana, that has decide to do something about my weight. i've weighed over 300 lbs for 12 years and its time for a change. after seeing the results of weight loss surgery from several friends and clients, i've decided to use vsg. i have my initial consultation with dr merriman in shreveport, la on july 14th. cannot think of a thing that will make me change my mind. ready for the thinner ed i used to know. have seen a lot of good results and comments on this forum. will keep posting as time goes on. wish me luck