Hey is there anyone in here from Seattle Washington?

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I had my sleeve done August 10th 2016 at St Francis's in Federal Way, so 6 weeks post surgery and doing fine!

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I just moved from that area my aunt had her surgery at st Francis as well. I am glad your doing good any tips u can give me on anything they Dont tell you at the dr

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That's a good question. One thing I've learned from these online support groups is each Dr varies in instructions on eating and care after surgery. Follow those steps for introducing various levels of food to the letter, if you can, so your tummy can heal properly and to lessen any discomfort you might have. You have to figure out a routine to get the Water, Protein and Vitamins in. I feel lucky that I have had no vomiting or pain issues. My endocrinologist told me a week ago that I am no longer diabetic, and the 2 meds I was on for that have been gone since day before surgery. Off of one BP med, two more to go. My energy level is great. I am walking for exercise right now due to some arthritis issues but will soon be hitting the gym, my energy level is great. I don't know if it was me you asked about results so far but I don't mind sharing, lol, we are all in this together.

I weighed 310 at my first consult in May,

SW. 285

CW 258. WL 52

So I lost 25 prior to surgery and 27 since, not a superstar amount like some, but similar to most in a support group I'm in for August sleevers. I'm happy with it and the health improvements. The hospital part goes fast and before you know it you are home learning to take care of your new tummy.

Take the instruction about lifting seriously, been hearing some bad results when people didn't, like bleeding from seemingly healed incisions. Boy I don't know if any of my info is helpful, but if you have any questions that I can help with, ask. Not medical expertise type stuff! More like, she's just been thru it, she'll know, type stuff.

Im in Bellingham. I've been going to UW bariactric weightloss. Clinic.

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Thats where I'm having mine I have my last apt on Oct 26 to meet with the surgery team and whomever else to set the date. How r u doing so far?

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I live in Kent, WA Suburb south of Seattle

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I live in kent wa as well!

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I had my sleeve done August 10th 2016 at St Francis's in Federal Way, so 6 weeks post surgery and doing fine!

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I just moved from that area my aunt had her surgery at st Francis as well. I am glad your doing good any tips u can give me on anything they Dont tell you at the dr

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That's a good question. One thing I've learned from these online support groups is each Dr varies in instructions on eating and care after surgery. Follow those steps for introducing various levels of food to the letter, if you can, so your tummy can heal properly and to lessen any discomfort you might have. You have to figure out a routine to get the Water, Protein and Vitamins in. I feel lucky that I have had no vomiting or pain issues. My endocrinologist told me a week ago that I am no longer diabetic, and the 2 meds I was on for that have been gone since day before surgery. Off of one BP med, two more to go. My energy level is great. I am walking for exercise right now due to some arthritis issues but will soon be hitting the gym, my energy level is great. I don't know if it was me you asked about results so far but I don't mind sharing, lol, we are all in this together.

I weighed 310 at my first consult in May,

SW. 285

CW 258. WL 52

So I lost 25 prior to surgery and 27 since, not a superstar amount like some, but similar to most in a support group I'm in for August sleevers. I'm happy with it and the health improvements. The hospital part goes fast and before you know it you are home learning to take care of your new tummy.

Take the instruction about lifting seriously, been hearing some bad results when people didn't, like bleeding from seemingly healed incisions. Boy I don't know if any of my info is helpful, but if you have any questions that I can help with, ask. Not medical expertise type stuff! More like, she's just been thru it, she'll know, type stuff.

Im in Bellingham. I've been going to UW bariactric weightloss. Clinic.

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Thats where I'm having mine I have my last apt on Oct 26 to meet with the surgery team and whomever else to set the date. How r u doing so far?

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I live in Kent, WA Suburb south of Seattle

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I live in kent wa as well!

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Great advice I will make sure I follow the instructions to the T I don't do well with pain so I will do everything I can. I think you results are great sometimes its not good to loose weight to fast for certain ppl maybe loosing weight slower can help u no have a bunch of loose skin. Thank you for you help and keep up the good work!

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@@Rnjmiller3 I am having my surgery here as well! Who was your surgeon?

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@@Rnjmiller3 I am having my surgery here as well! Who was your surgeon?

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. I had Dr Houseworth as well! He is very skilled. My sister in law used to work in ICU and she spoke to a surgery tech who sang Dr H's praises. He said he would not hesitate to have Dr. Houseworth operate on anyone he loves. He is very good and that was my experience too. Hope you have a smooth recovery!

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@@Rnjmiller3 I am having my surgery here as well! Who was your surgeon?

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. I had Dr Houseworth as well! He is very skilled. My sister in law used to work in ICU and she spoke to a surgery tech who sang Dr H's praises. He said he would not hesitate to have Dr. Houseworth operate on anyone he loves. He is very good and that was my experience too. Hope you have a smooth recovery!

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Thank you! It's great talking to someone who had him also! I felt confident in him from day one. Did he have you do a preop diet?

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I live in Renton!

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@@Rnjmiller3 I am having my surgery here as well! Who was your surgeon?

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. I had Dr Houseworth as well! He is very skilled. My sister in law used to work in ICU and she spoke to a surgery tech who sang Dr H's praises. He said he would not hesitate to have Dr. Houseworth operate on anyone he loves. He is very good and that was my experience too. Hope you have a smooth recovery!

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Thank you! It's great talking to someone who had him also! I felt confident in him from day one. Did he have you do a preop diet?

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No he didn't, just light meals the day before and fasting overnight before the surgery. If I remember right. Was very minimal. My surgery was mid afternoon.

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@@PNWsleever When is your surgery? Have you come to support group at St Francis yet? It is an awesome group!

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@@PNWsleever When is your surgery? Have you come to support group at St Francis yet? It is an awesome group!

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I don't have a date just yet. Im in week 2 of waiting for insurance approval but I'm hoping for a November surgery date. I definitely plan on attending the support group at St. Francis. What are the dates?

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I live in Renton!

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@@cbradley where is your surgery and when?

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My surgery is Dec 27th in Mexico. After 3 frustrating years of testing my ins company denied my surgery. In Mexico my surgery will cost me $5900. I could use some supporters!

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@@PNWsleever It's the second Tuesday each month, from 1pm to 2pm. I really look forward to it. We also bring in Protein and Vitamins that didn't agree with us or we have extra to share, so it's an opportunity to try things without wasting $! Boy waiting for insurance approval is a pain. Hope they come thru soon! Okay I have to say this since you are local and all...Go Hawks!

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@@PNWsleever It's the second Tuesday each month, from 1pm to 2pm. I really look forward to it. We also bring in Protein and Vitamins that didn't agree with us or we have extra to share, so it's an opportunity to try things without wasting $! Boy waiting for insurance approval is a pain. Hope they come thru soon! Okay I have to say this since you are local and all...Go Hawks!

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I look forward to checking it out! Thank you so much for all of the helpful info! GO HAWKS!!!

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My surgery is Dec 27th in Mexico. After 3 frustrating years of testing my ins company denied my surgery. In Mexico my surgery will cost me $5900. I could use some supporters!

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Darned insurance! Everything I hear is positive about Mexico surgeries. You should come to Support group at St Francis in Federal Way. It is open to all, some aren't, and it's free, some aren't!

2nd Tuesday each Month, 1-2pm. Pre or post surgery. Run by the nutritionists, but there are guest speakers as well. I love it.

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I've been a couple of times. Your right. Very informative!

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