I've been in research mode for a few years now and I'm ready to take the plunge... I had my orientation and am going in for my first appt in a few weeks. I'm leaning towards the RNY but I'm still not sure... Here's my question... Which one of these boards is the place for me??? I really would prefer a closed Facebook group. Anyone know of one that I can join?

I've been in research mode for a few years now and I'm ready to take the plunge... I had my orientation and am going in for my first appt in a few weeks. I'm leaning towards the RNY but I'm still not sure... Here's my question... Which one of these boards is the place for me??? I really would prefer a closed Facebook group. Anyone know of one that I can join?

Hi! I would suggest to explore them all. Of course if you are leaning towards RNY there are many of us that will do whatever we can to offer help, encouragement, and as much knowledge as we can muster. There are loads of experience and some pretty awesome members on all the boards. If I personally can help or if you have any questions feel free to ask. I may not have all the answers but there's a good shot someone here can answer or help I don't personally belong to any fb pages about rny so maybe someone else here can chime in and tell u more about that.

Thanks! Ho ppl tend to bounce around or hang in one place?

Some people bounce around but some stick to the boards of the surgery they got or are getting but there is a board I think it's called general weight loss surgery questions (I think) I would post on there just so you have more of a chance that more people will see them. Welcome to the forum. I haven't had my surgery but I'm close and I'd be glad to help you with anything you need. :-)

There is a private facebook group called Bariatric newbies

If you are looking for anonymity, I would suggest this website and its forums and to void FB. I belonged to a private hidden group once - the 2 admins later had a fight and one booted the other and changed the settings in their drama - the group was exposed for about 12 hours. 12 hours was long enough for many members to be outraged!

Also, I like how people here can post their stats, info, blogs, pictures....

On the right side of these forums, all the newest posts scroll - I think regardless of which forum they are posted to.

One thing though is that some of the forums here are very slow movers.

Good morning dressie and welcome! This is a very special place with a lot of very special people. You might consider going to the Home page and reading the various forum descriptions. Some are "general" forums and others are "surgery specific". Personally, I enjoy following some of both. Tons of great information here on almost every aspect of bariatric surgery. Don't hesitate to post your questions, concerns, ideas and suggestions. You'll be amazed at the knowledgeable and supportive responses you'll get!

I've been in research mode for a few years now and I'm ready to take the plunge... I had my orientation and am going in for my first appt in a few weeks. I'm leaning towards the RNY but I'm still not sure... Here's my question... Which one of these boards is the place for me??? I really would prefer a closed Facebook group. Anyone know of one that I can join?

Facebook has one callwd Bariatric Newbies...I love that group also