I'm sad to see that forum gone and feel really bad for new DSers who might be in search of some guidance.

I had my surgery July 8th and used the forum to help guide me along the way.

The Duodenal Switch is completely different weight loss surgery in how the body absorbs nutrients. It is vitally important to have external support from DS vets to get accurate information. Too many patients have ended up very ill and in the hospital because they followed the recommended diet for Gastric Bypass. If we eat a Low Fat diet we will eventually die.

So very sad that its gone. It feels like the admins here felt it wasn't a legitimate WLS, when in fact it is growing in popularity due to is success and lack of complications among the compliant and educated.

I would like to see the DS forum restored if possible.

Regain with the DS is a challenge. She must be way off her program or was given a sleeve or bypass instead.