Wahhhhhh!

donali · September 21, 2004

Ryan -

I'm glad you've taken the time to consider these questions, so you can be at peace with your decision.

The truth is, no matter how many bands a doc has done, there are no guarantees - there are so many factors when you're dealing with human beings. All we can go with is the odds.

And if we're keeping you propped up, than it's been an easy thing to do - my arms don't feel tired in the least! So keep on leaning, Buddy, and we'll keep on propping... :mad:

Iluvharleys · September 21, 2004

Ryan - The most important thing is for you to feel confident with whom ever you choose. I have went to brand new Doctors that knew some new procedures that my old doctors didn't. We will be here, waiting for your post letting us know how your procedure went. As one biker to another, it's going to be a great ride.

Betty:D

GeezerSue · September 21, 2004

Originally posted by donali
Ryan -

I'm glad you've taken the time to consider these questions, so you can be at peace with your decision.

The truth is, no matter how many bands a doc has done, there are no guarantees - there are so many factors when you're dealing with human beings. All we can go with is the odds.

And if we're keeping you propped up, than it's been an easy thing to do - my arms don't feel tired in the least! So keep on leaning, Buddy, and we'll keep on propping...

What she said. And informed choice and trust in your surgeonare...well...it's an informed...uh...?...CHOICE...with a trusted surgeon! That's the best any of us can hope for.

Neicy · September 21, 2004

Ryan, as always, we are here to support you, and bat the ball back and forth into different courts. I think it helps to consider many points of view , as you have done. There's alot of wisdom channeled into this communicative process, I know it helped me greatly when I was at the point where you stand.

DeLarla · September 21, 2004

I'm glad you took extra time to think it through. The part about removing the liver freaked me out a little bit, but a doc's gotta do what he's gotta do. Here, can you hold this liver a sec? I could never be a doctor!

New Hope · September 21, 2004

The abdominal scan report showed I had a fatty liver and a bad gall bladder. The day I registered at the surgeon's office, I saw a report on a man, showing he had a fatty liver. I think most overweight people probably do have a fatty liver. We just can't see it. I followed my surgeon's low glycemic foods list - not a diet, just certain foods to avoid. I wanted this surgery bad enough to do my part to help it be successful. You'll do great, Ryan! We don't want your surgeon to have any problems!