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They think it's just I'm still recovering from the anestesia plus some inflammation. My wounds area is doing great.haven vomited since noon yestersy and I got a cup of Water sipped last night!! Things are looking up finally !!!

I'm glad things are looking up for you.

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Hey everyone, just wanted to jump in and say hello. i've been reading these boards for 9 months, since i was diagnosed with HBP/Type II Diabetes/High Cholesterol. I was having trouble trying to conceive and my new OB noticed how high my A1C levels were. They told me not to get pregnant until I got my blood sugar under control… For the last 6 months, I've been trying to convince myself that I could lose the weight and reverse the Diabetes the old fashioned way-by working out and modifying my diet… Well, here we are, 6 months later and I'm 5lbs more than when I was diagnosed. :unsure: .

I finally decided today was the day to make the change and start getting better. I called Dr. McCluney's office to schedule an appointment, but my primary won't refer to him as he is out of network. So now I am switching to a new primary doc and waiting for that appointment, because my insurance requires a referral and I can't see Dr.Mc without one. Fingers crossed that I can get in with a new primary soon and get this all going. Initial consults for Dr. Mc are already into July for Brockton, so I'd have to see him at St. Elizabeth's in Brighton for a quicker appointment. The receptionist that helped me in the Brockton location was lovely and so helpful, and it seems from all of your comments and recommendations that all the staff are great, so I'm looking forward to the process.

I love reading all of your stories and updates. It's giving me such great motivation and inspiration.

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Good luck!!!!

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Good luck! When seeing a new primary they usually like to get to know you before giving you referrals especially something like this. I hope switching doesn't hold up and you have to wait awhile..

Hey everyone, just wanted to jump in and say hello. i've been reading these boards for 9 months, since i was diagnosed with HBP/Type II Diabetes/High Cholesterol. I was having trouble trying to conceive and my new OB noticed how high my A1C levels were. They told me not to get pregnant until I got my blood sugar under control… For the last 6 months, I've been trying to convince myself that I could lose the weight and reverse the Diabetes the old fashioned way-by working out and modifying my diet… Well, here we are, 6 months later and I'm 5lbs more than when I was diagnosed. :unsure: . I finally decided today was the day to make the change and start getting better. I called Dr. McCluney's office to schedule an appointment, but my primary won't refer to him as he is out of network. So now I am switching to a new primary doc and waiting for that appointment, because my insurance requires a referral and I can't see Dr.Mc without one. Fingers crossed that I can get in with a new primary soon and get this all going. Initial consults for Dr. Mc are already into July for Brockton, so I'd have to see him at St. Elizabeth's in Brighton for a quicker appointment. The receptionist that helped me in the Brockton location was lovely and so helpful, and it seems from all of your comments and recommendations that all the staff are great, so I'm looking forward to the process. I love reading all of your stories and updates. It's giving me such great motivation and inspiration.

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I live in North Attleboro. Sleeved on 3.18.14 by Dr. Glascow at Norwood hospital. Doing really good.

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Welcome and Congrats!!

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Hi everyone! I am a patient of dr. Streeter, currently in my pre-op group classes, wondering if there is anyone else here from cape area and how everyone is doing?

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I had my surgery on 4/3 at St. Elizabeth's in Brighton. All of my follow ups are in my town which is perfect

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Hi everyone! I am a patient of dr. Streeter, currently in my pre-op group classes, wondering if there is anyone else here from cape area and how everyone is doing?

Hiya Zoesmom--I had Dr. Kruger at Tobey, same practice, different doc. I'm a year out and couldn't be happier with the program! Do you have a surgery date yet?

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I am also getting sleeved by dr macluney, on 9/3/14! Anyone else out there!!!! Near my date

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Thanks for the encouragement everyone! I'm getting sleeved by Dr. McCluney at St. Elizabeth's in 2 weeks! 1/14/15. I'm SO excited and SO nervous! How is everyone doing? Any updates?

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