Are there any Dallas or surrounding areas sleevers here? ?????

DENTON here! I created a new topic looking for people in my area that are interested in meeting at Starbucks or somewhere to create an awesome support group. I have found that after 6 months food is becoming more of a challenge! I am open to having people meet at my house once I get to know everyone. I love my sleeve but think it would be nice to collaborate with people WHO GET IT!!

- Morganne

See Kevin's post - most of the people in that group live not too far from you and they have Starbucks get-togethers fairly often.

DENTON here! I created a new topic looking for people in my area that are interested in meeting at Starbucks or somewhere to create an awesome support group. I have found that after 6 months food is becoming more of a challenge! I am open to having people meet at my house once I get to know everyone. I love my sleeve but think it would be nice to collaborate with people WHO GET IT!!

- Morganne

Hi Morganne,

I live in Keller. I was scheduled for surgery on the 21st with Dr. Clayton Frenzel but I started to have some doubts about using him so I am meeting with Dr. Nicholson in Dallas on the 26th. I hate waiting but I want to make sure I am comfortable with the doctor. I love the idea of having people to meet with after I get started on my path to better health.

Cleburne here! I was sleeved 9 days ago in Laredo. Long story why so far away. Nice to see you all. I've lost 12 lbs so far. HW 249 lbs SW 222 lbs CW 211 lbs

Thanks for the info. I am trying to find people in Denton or closer. I am so busy with teaching and a 4 year old that I think Frisco and Plano may be to far to travel. I have met a few people in my area that are interested in meeting. I will pass on the information to them.

THINspirations Weight Loss Surgery Support Group

THINspirations is one of DFW's only patient-led support groups. We meet the 3rd Saturday of each month in the Plano/Frisco area. We used to meet at Season's 52 restaurant, but that is changing effective January 2014.

In the 11 months that THINspirations has been around its members have lost well over 2,000 pounds and counting as a result of WLS and hard work! The comraderie and friendships that have come from this group are nothing short of amazing as many of our members can attest. In addition to our monthly meetings, there are social events, walking groups and so much more.

Wanna be a part of what every other WLS patient is talking about? Email me, Kevin, at kev.lev@tx.rr.com to get on our mailing list and be a part of the success that is THINspirations!

For a once a month meeting...Denton and Keller aren't that far. We have people that come from Forney,. Waxahachie, Oak Point, Prosper, Ft. Worth....

And no reason to wait until after surgery for those that are pre-op. This is a great opportunity to get questions answered from people who've been thru it and you can find people who've used most of the surgeons in the Metrolplex too!

I didn't but I'm in Keller too if you need some in-person support some day

Gamergirl -- I'm just north of Flower Mound, but I'm in and around Keller/Roanoke all the time. (We lived just west of the Texas Motor Speedway for seven years until this past summer.). I've been stalking your "What I had for lunch" thread for a long time, and had I known you were just down the road, I might've invited myself over for some of your creative concoctions.

Hi everyone!! I am new to the whole surgery myself. I am currently waiting for my insurance to approve the surgery. I will be going through Dr. David Kim. Are there any tips or suggestions?? I am really nervous, anxious and scared but excited!!

Hi everyone!! I am new to the whole surgery myself. I am currently waiting for my insurance to approve the surgery. I will be going through Dr. David Kim. Are there any tips or suggestions?? I am really nervous, anxious and scared but excited!!

I am new to this thread. I am having surgery on the 23rd. I am 4 days in on my pre-op diet. I live in Keller and I am 37 years old. I started a private FB page for January sleevers but having local support would also be great. Biggest thing I am struggling with (besides the liquid diet) is where to find good protein drinks and vitamins and which ones to buy. I am waiting on a tub of Nectar's roadside lemonade. Today I tried Isopure coconut and it was the worst thing ever!

Hi bry I'm in nort Fort Worth I have a few misses in the protein shakes too. I bought some inividual packages to try, now I'm on purée for another week and drinking one protein drink a dat called go lean by labrada, I like the chocolate ice cream flavor. Vitamin shoppe has them premixed and you can buy individual noses to try. I get my other protein required from cottage cheese, purée chicken and tuna. I alo bought unflavored protein to put in the sf pudding mixes, and be careful if adding to soups temp needs to be less than 140 deg for hot liquids or it can clump.

Edited January 14, 201412 yr by tami j

Hi Bry,

I have heard mixing crystal light with the Isopure really helps as well as diluting it with Water. Hope you find what works for you. I also live in Keller! I'm in limbo right now waiting to see a new Dr. Good luck!!!!

I am new to this thread. I am having surgery on the 23rd. I am 4 days in on my pre-op diet. I live in Keller and I am 37 years old. I started a private FB page for January sleevers but having local support would also be great. Biggest thing I am struggling with (besides the liquid diet) is where to find good Protein drinks and Vitamins and which ones to buy. I am waiting on a tub of Nectar's roadside lemonade. Today I tried Isopure coconut and it was the worst thing ever!

Christy- good luck with your wait. My surgeon is in Dallas and it suppose to be amazing. His name is Dr. Victor Gonzalez. His patient coordinator Renee is awesome.

Hi, everyone. I live in Plano and was sleeved by Dr. Cribbins on Dec. 31, 2013 at Plano Presby. I had a very good experience and would highly recommend both. They took their time with education and answered all my questions. The hospital floor is nothing but bariatric patients and the nurses know how to manage pain, dry mouth, etc.

I am still on a liquid diet (until Feb. 8) that includes yogurt, pudding, etc., but am looking forward to trying solid foods when I can.

THINspirations Weight Loss Surgery Support Group

THINspirations is one of DFW's only patient-led support groups. We meet the 3rd Saturday of each month in the Plano/Frisco area. We used to meet at Season's 52 restaurant, but that is changing effective January 2014.

In the 11 months that THINspirations has been around its members have lost well over 2,000 pounds and counting as a result of WLS and hard work! The comraderie and friendships that have come from this group are nothing short of amazing as many of our members can attest. In addition to our monthly meetings, there are social events, walking groups and so much more.

Wanna be a part of what every other WLS patient is talking about? Email me, Kevin, at kev.lev@tx.rr.com to get on our mailing list and be a part of the success that is THINspirations!

Kevin, I tried sending you an e-mail, but it came back undeliverable.

Hello everyone...

I will be having my gastric sleeve done by Dr. John Alexander at Forest Park Medical Center. So far his office staff has been absolutely AMAZING! I went in on 1-23-14 for my consult... sweet guy... very funny to see him in scrubs and cowboy boots though.... did my endoscopy on 1-27-14 and got my approval/surgery date on 1-28-14. I am due to have my sleeve done on 2-10-14. I have a million things running through my mind right now.. first of all.. this is a revision from a Gastric Bypass from 2005...so I wasn't expecting the insurance company to approve it... I lost close to about 80 lbs and have gained all but about 15-20 pounds back. At any rate... the first procedure wasn't performed correctly have had some issues/complications so Dr. Alexander suggested the sleeve. I also like the fact that the portion of the stomach that produces ghrelin will be removed. Haven't gotten excited yet... still can't believe that I got approved.. :-)