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Dr. Chu wanted me to take off two weeks, but I'm a teacher and had to get back to school. I promised I would take it very easy and went back one week post op.

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Dr. Chu wanted me to take off two weeks' date=' but I'm a teacher and had to get back to school. I promised I would take it very easy and went back one week post op.[/quote']

Thanks for the information, Shannon! I might have more questions as the time gets closer. I'm so excited and anxious!

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Dr. Chu wanted me to take off two weeks' date=' but I'm a teacher and had to get back to school. I promised I would take it very easy and went back one week post op.[/quote']

Oh, and Shannon, your picture is very nice. How much weight have you lost so far? I'm been going through the pre and post op info from Dr. Chu. I'm amazed at how comprehensive it is. Very thorough. I'm glad my insurance approved me. I guess it's worth all of the grief to know that I will have post op care. Although my Plan B was to go Mexico, I was definitely worried about any necessary aftercare.

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Picture was taken pre op. I've lost 45 pounds counting pre op diet. I'm 4 months out. I'm losing very slowly but it's still losing. I want to lose 30 more.

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Hey Louisianans! :D

This is my first ever post on the site, even though I have been stalking for about a month. I think I joined the sight 6/7 and just last week I filled out some of my profile info. I figure the best place to start is at home with you guy’s and gal’s! After reading up on VSG and joining this site I am now ready to take my first step. I have chosen Dr. Lavin in Covington as my surgeon. I will be talking to someone on his team on Monday about making an appointment for a consultation. I will keep everyone posted.

What I love about this site so far is (what everyone loves) the amount of support you receive. I love that Louisianans are deep in here because it shows how much we care about ourselves/ health. We care enough about ourselves to give up on the best eats in the world. (Side note- when I travel I can’t wait to get home to eat) I am totally ready to give it up and give my body a second chance at living.

I am so proud of those who have gone through surgery and have accomplished your goals. Keep up the good work and I will be joining you soon.

XOXO

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welcome kfinity, hope everything goes well for you. and you are soo correct about the support on these boards it has just been amazing to me the things i have learned and the support I have rec'd and I am only 7 weeks out!!!!

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welcome kfinity, hope everything goes well for you. and you are soo correct about the support on these boards it has just been amazing to me the things i have learned and the support I have rec'd and I am only 7 weeks out!!!!

thanks for the welcome! i too have learned sooo much from here!! how has it been for you these past 7 weeks?

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welcome kfinity' date=' hope everything goes well for you. and you are soo correct about the support on these boards it has just been amazing to me the things i have learned and the support I have rec'd and I am only 7 weeks out!!!![/quote']

Beach, where have you been? I guess you had your surgery? How did it go?

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I am here just been "stalking" more than posting. I am down 39lbs as of this past Monday. have been out of state for a few days so no scale. how is everyone doing. let's hear some stories or see some pics. anyone have ideas of football parties or tailgating what are some healthy easy eats?

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I am here just been "stalking" more than posting. I am down 39lbs as of this past Monday. have been out of state for a few days so no scale. how is everyone doing. let's hear some stories or see some pics. anyone have ideas of football parties or tailgating what are some healthy easy eats?

Wow! Congratulations on almost being out of the 3's!! You're right, it's almost football season! Go Saints!

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Hey Louisianans! :D

This is my first ever post on the site' date=' even though I have been stalking for about a month. I think I joined the sight 6/7 and just last week I filled out some of my profile info. I figure the best place to start is at home with you guy’s and gal’s! After reading up on VSG and joining this site I am now ready to take my first step. I have chosen Dr. Lavin in Covington as my surgeon. I will be talking to someone on his team on Monday about making an appointment for a consultation. I will keep everyone posted.

What I love about this site so far is (what everyone loves) the amount of support you receive. I love that Louisianans are deep in here because it shows how much we care about ourselves/ health. We care enough about ourselves to give up on the best eats in the world. (Side note- when I travel I can’t wait to get home to eat) I am totally ready to give it up and give my body a second chance at living.

I am so proud of those who have gone through surgery and have accomplished your goals. Keep up the good work and I will be joining you soon.

XOXO[/quote']

I too had Dr. Lavin. He is great. His staffing has improved though. But I'm very critical with staffing. I had surgery at Fairway. They were wonderful. I was in for 4 days. I had some complications. But they were wonderful. Good luck and let me know if you have questions.

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Hey everyone, I'm back in Louisiana (Abbeville). My surgery is tomorrow!! Me and my bestie that lives here got back from NOLA yesterday, had a blast and had some amazing seafood gumbo lol

Anyway, just wanted to check in.

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Hey everyone' date=' I'm back in Louisiana (Abbeville). My surgery is tomorrow!! Me and my bestie that lives here got back from NOLA yesterday, had a blast and had some amazing seafood gumbo lol

Anyway, just wanted to check in.[/quote']

Good luck tomorrow!!! You'll do great !

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Man I didnt know you was from Abbeville. Thats where I live 2 atm.

I don't live here but my best friend does. I'm visiting

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