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GoochMonster    64

GoochMonster
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Hi,

I just joined the site a few days ago. I'm WAY pre-op. My insurance requires a 6 month program first, but I'd love to chat or meet up with someone who's either had the surgery or is pre-op and waiting like me.

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Jenn31MA    149

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Hi and welcome!

I am in Waltham (right outside of Boston). Where abouts are you? I am 10 months out from the surgery so if you have questions let me know. Also where are you going for the surgery or have you not picked a program yet? Happy Fourth!

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GoochMonster    64

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I live on the NH border, but I work in Downtown Boston, at MGH actually. I'm going to have my surgery here. Happy 4th right back at ya!!

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SueJH    205

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Hi guys, I'm from Worcester and just had the surgery June 10th. So far so good!

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Rachel    28

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I live in Carlisle and I'm going to have the surgery on Monday.

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jennifer444    30

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I'm up north as well close to nh line. 8 months out 88lbs down 15 to go. Best thing I have EVER done for myself. Good luck and give a shout if I can be of any help.

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GoochMonster    64

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I'm on the Methuen/Salem line

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Andi    78

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I'm from the Northshore area in MA. I had my surgery on April 1st at Lahey Clinic. Every hospital is a bit different with their procedures, requirements, etc but if you have any questions please feel free to shoot me a PM.

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chell1978    13

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Hi!

I'm almost 3 months out, live in Southern NH and had my surgery through Lowell General. If I can help please send me a message. :) the first few weeks are hard but I'm so glad I made the decision. :)

Michelle

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Jenn31MA    149

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I'm from the Northshore area in MA. I had my surgery on April 1st at Lahey Clinic. Every hospital is a bit different with their procedures' date=' requirements, etc but if you have any questions please feel free to shoot me a PM.[/quote']

I had mine at lahey too last september..great program

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Rachel    28

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I'm having mine at Emerson Hospital by Dr. Lautz who also operates at Mass General.

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ReadyNewM3    112

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Hi! I'm in the preop process with Dr.McCluney in St. Elizabeths , Brighton MA

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bostonlass    2

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Hi. I live in Swamoscott and am having my surgery at MGH. I'm hoping for August but we shall see.

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blackcloudkygirl    46

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Hi. I had my surgery at Salem Hospital 2 months ago, and it was great and the staff was great. Let me know if you have any questions.

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mommy67    1

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Hi I'm in Everett Massachusetts. I'm having my surgery August 12, 2013 @ Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge. Would love to interact with sleevers from my area. :)

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