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bostonhok    16

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Yeah' date=' I'm close to Milford so WB is a stretch. I doubt I will be going to the support group. I didn't even physically go to the seminar. I just watched the online version. I was so worried about the 6 month diet requirement because all the nutritionists they recommended are close to them. I was thrilled to find one willing to work with me 5 miles away (and can I tell you that finding anything less than 30 miles away is a freaking miracle LOL). Still looking for a psych, but I'm just starting so there's time! We could probably start a NEPA group or thread in the local section of VST, right?[/quote']

I found a psych off of Montage Mountain in Moosic. I can't remember her name, but it's closer in your direction!

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livvsmum    2,368

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I found a psych off of Montage Mountain in Moosic. I can't remember her name, but it's closer in your direction!

Was it Dr. Berger's office? That's where I did my pre-surg psch eval. They are good there.

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livvsmum    2,368

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I know there are quite a few here from NE PA..... Updates everyone? How's it going???

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tinytears    32

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HI!

I am from NEPA (Hazleton) and just had my 8 mo. follow-up. I am pleased to say I lost a total of 103 lbs. And my blood work was good, also. i am thrilled. I had my surgery at Lehigh Valley Hospital in December. Great experience there.

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MtAirygirl    15

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Hi

I am from Philly, I'm scheduled on December 9 at Abington.

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livvsmum    2,368

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HI!

I am from NEPA (Hazleton) and just had my 8 mo. follow-up. I am pleased to say I lost a total of 103 lbs. And my blood work was good, also. i am thrilled. I had my surgery at Lehigh Valley Hospital in December. Great experience there.

103 pounds! that is awesome!! Congrats!

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tiredmama    137

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Hi all! I am new to this site- just started seriously considering VSG a few weeks ago. I live in the Philly suburbs. It looks like my insurance would probably approve Abington or Einstein and both are convenient for me- anyone want to weigh in on pros/cons of either program? Thanks!

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Chelenka    827

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Hi all! I am new to this site- just started seriously considering VSG a few weeks ago. I live in the Philly suburbs. It looks like my insurance would probably approve Abington or Einstein and both are convenient for me- anyone want to weigh in on pros/cons of either program? Thanks!

Hi and welcome! I had my surgery at the new Einstein Montgomery Hospital. I had excellent care and would recommend it most highly. The surgeons are the same team that operates at Elkins Park Hosp and it is a Bariatric Center of Excellence. My surgeon was Dr. Trang. I have heard good things about Abington's program too. Maybe another forum member will chime in about that. All the best of luck to you in your process. Regardless of where you have your surgery choose your surgeon carefully. Make sure that they have had specific VSG training. There are too many general surgeons out there offering this surgery but they haven't been specifically trained for it. You want the best outcome possible.

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kw2walker    211

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Hi all! I am new to this site- just started seriously considering VSG a few weeks ago. I live in the Philly suburbs. It looks like my insurance would probably approve Abington or Einstein and both are convenient for me- anyone want to weigh in on pros/cons of either program? Thanks!

I had surgery at temple university. I would suggest going to their support groups to talk with those that had the surgery. They may have greater insight.

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Sharrene    4

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I'm getting sleeved out of the same office with Dr Claros's partner Dr El Chaar on the 25th. Actually both surgeons do the surgeries together.

I'm in Allentown as well. Surgery will be 1/15/14. How are you ladies making out?

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Sharrene    4

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Allentown as well...it is weird that we don't have as many replies as the other states! I went to LVH with Dr. Boorse....he was amazing and easy on the eyes lol!!

I am having surgery 1/15 with Boorse. How are you making out?

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bandmomtb    8

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I am in Lafayette Hill and in the pre-op process with Dr. Noonan at Abington. Hoping for VSG surgery in Feb.

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MtAirygirl    15

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Hi I am from Philly, I'm scheduled on December 9 at Abington.

Mtairygirl, how did your surgery go?!

My surgery went well. I stayed an extra day in the hospital, my b/p was up. The first three days were rough but after that no pain or vomiting. I am having trouble getting the daily Protein and fluids in, but I understand that's normal. Wishing everyone a Happy New Year and New YOU.

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