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Hello- my name is Amy, I'm a 28 year old Mom of 8. (edit- mom of 6, not 8, lol) I'm 5'3" tall and 225 lbs. I've tried nearly every diet under the sun including hcg, raw vegan, no s, weight watchers multiple times etc. I'm sure myt story is similar to the rest of you. I hate buying clothes, so I kindof live in rags. I hate going out in public, and I'm absolutely NOT living life. I want to be the best wife, mother, daughter etc that i can be. I want to be me.

I just heard about this surgery last week and I am set on going to dr. kelly. I'm calling his coordinator today to find out more.

whbat do I need to ask the coordinator? Or does she know all that I need to know and should I just listen? I have called this morning but I believe it was like 6am there. I'll wait a bit.

I have spent a lot of time on youtube watching videos of patients that have had the surgery etc trying to get educated- what all do I need to know? Is there a link somewhere where I can dfind info? I am SO SO SO SO EXCITED, I can barely stand it! I can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel! Dear God, please let this be my answer! I need an answer. I'm miserable in this prison of fat.

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There is a post on here that has FAQs about the surgery. I'll see if I can find it and bump it up to the top of the "recent topics."...

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that would be awesome, thank you!!

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Hello foud that q and A about the surgery. Dooter bumped it up for you. The best thing i can tell you is talk to the corinator. Take your time. He or she may have new information area you can look up thei is also several books out their.

Good luck and congratulations on you life changing desision you will be happy with the choice.

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thanks :) I'll try to go find it. I'm not familiar w/ the boards yet.

I'm trying to call them today- It must still be super early there.

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Congrats on your decision. Keep us updated!!

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