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Hi Everyone I am interested in attending a support group. Is there anyone from either the five boroughs of New York or from Long Island that can suggest any? Thank you

My doctor said that I could use my whey protein that I bought from GNC and mix it with water. He said to try it (sip, sip, sip) and if it does not cause a problem it would be fine. I had my sleeve on 5/20/13 and started the shakes today. So far, so good. I'm sipping every 5 minutes and it's going down fine.

Hi Everyone! Today is my 1st day post op & I am officially sleeved! My surgeon said that everything went well during surgery...he actually used the word "perfect." I passed my barium test, no leakages or blockages however my stomach is inflamed so until the inflammation subsides, he sent me home on liquids. My follow up post op appointment is on 5/29/13. I welcome any tips, advice, suggestions from all of you wonderful individuals! Thank you!

Did you speak to your surgeon Rainbow?

Hi Kellie...I'm May 20th also. And, any spare time i have, I'm reading & researching more about the sleeve.

Good Luck!!

Good Luck!!

Where do you get the powder form?

Thank you both for your support. I feel the same way. More than likely, the surgeon will be removing my gall bladder during surgery so that in and f itself is a surgery. I have always felt compelled as well, to answer questions directly instead of dodging them. My co-workers are aware that I have been watching what I eat and taking walks during lunch. I am Catholic and during the Lenten season, I did not eat any sweets: no chocolate, candy, Cookies, cakes, pies, ice cream, soda, etc. and they were all aware of that. A few have commented on my strides with weight loss. I work for a very large city agency in New York and regardless, people will talk, either in front of you or behind you. I just wanted to reach out to see if others had the same feelings and approach that I have. Thank you both again and please keep in touch. If you come up with any tips for my upcoming surgery, please keep me posted

Question... If you are selective by informing or not informing individuals about your surgery, especially at the workplace, how do you respond to questions? Specifically, after you return to work from 2 weeks for an unnamed surgery or procedure, and people begin to notice dramatic weight loss? My surgery is scheduled for May 20th and although less than a handful know that I am having surgery and should return by June 3rd, it is weighing on my mind on my response. I'm not embarrassed or ashamed. I feel this is a personal, well thought out decision on my behalf for my health, not vanity. I informed 3 people (my sister, boyfriend & best friend) when I had my consultation in July 2012 and then told them in April 2013 that I was proceeding with it...nothing was discussed in between. The reason for that is I wanted to arrive at my own decision after my testing and research, without opinions from others; my mind was made up and I couldn't be influenced in one way or another after that.

Hi Everyone! I just registered for this site after doing some researching about the sleeve. If you would have asked me 10 years ago, when many of my friends began their journeys with WLS, if I would pursue it, I would have said absolutely not but now my mind has decided otherwise. In July 2012, I went for my first consult, thinking that I would proceed with the bypass, after totally ruling out the band. However, in the last month or so, I have stronger feelings towards going with the sleeve. I just completed all of my testing and am in the process of scheduling my second consultation to discuss surgery choice. So far, here is my information: I am a 41 year old female. I have struggled with my weight my entire life. My highest weight was 335, lowest weight was 260 and currently am 296. My consult was with NY Bariatric Group and my surgeon is Dr. Spencer Hollover. The hospital of choice is Mercy Medical Center. I need your help!!! Please provide your honest feedback, both positive and negative, regarding your own journey with the sleeve. I would appreciate your responses and your support... Thank you so very much!!!

Thank you for sharing! I'm do happy for you! Keep up the great work & stay in touch. My date is scheduled for May 20th & I start my liquid diet on Monday!

Hi! I am May 20th also! A few ladies & I have exchanged numbers & have been texting each other for support because we are all the same day. Inbox me your number if you want to join us

Hi! I am May 20th also. Two other ladies, who also have the same date & I exchanged numbers for support. Inbox me your number if you would like to join us

You look fabulous!!

That's Amazing!! Keep up the excellent work!!

I feel the same! My surgery is on May 20th!

How are you feeling?

Yes, that would be great!! It would be so supportive to have each other to text throughout the process and build life long friendships!!

9 months after my initial consultation, my surgery has been scheduled for May 20th! My insurance provided approval within 2 days after the surgeon's request. I know this will be the best decision for my life and health, so in that respect, I'm excited but also still very nervous. I'm scheduled to begin my Pre-Op liquid diet on May 6th and Pre-Surgical testing on May 9th. If anyone has any information, suggestions, advice, tips, etc. I would greatly appreciate the feedback and support. Thank you for sharing this journey with me!

May 20th for me!! I'm getting excited!!

The more the merrier! It will be great to have the support of one another so that we can relate Team May 20th!!!

Glad that we are doing this together