keldolbeth 262 Posted April 3, 2014 Hello, my name is Kelly. I live just south of Dayton but had my surgery in Cincinnati. I am interested in starting a support group in either city or somewhere in between, depending on interest. Weight loss info- I had VSG is June 2012 by Dr. Trace Curry. I have lost 100 pounds since then. I lost 65 before surgery. I have been stuck in the 250s for several months now and I am getting frustrated. I am trying to accept myself as a 16/18, which is much improved from a 28/30, but I still want to lose more weight. Most of the WLS patients in my life are not the best role models for the lifestyle and therefore not where I want to seek support (but could benefit from a group like this). The other handful I know or have met at support groups are all from the the same doctor. I am curious to meet people with different viewpoints and expectations, such as: various surgeries, level of success, length of time post-op, different doctors/dieticians. General info about me- I recently turned 30. It was a huge milestone for me and I had hoped to be at my goal weight by then but, as I said above, I'm stuck!!! I still felt super sexy at my birthday party! I am single, although losing the weight has definitely helped my love (and sex life). I am a teacher so I have many evenings free. Summer vacation is coming up and hopefully we could have a meeting before or during that time. Being a teacher, I am very organized, detail-oriented, professional and friendly. I love planning events and meeting new people, although I do not consider myself outgoing. That is why I would like to be a CO-leader and hopefully find someone else in the area who would like to help plan these events with me. Some thoughts about a local chapter- I imagine the first meeting being something rather informal (like a Panera) to hopefully meet people from this site (and bring friends) who would be interested in attending or planning meetings and events. We could even come up with a committee if we have enough interest. I would like to get others invited through word of mouth, Dr/dietician offices, Facebook, meetup.com, etc. A few ideas for acitivites would be meet n greets, "speed dating"- for friends or a singles event, walks at local parks, bike rentals at Riverscape/Winton Woods/etc, zumba classes or zumbathons (I have a good friend who is an instructor), recipe swaps or potlucks, professional speakers, social/family outings and more! I am open to any ideas! I am not sure what the next step is or what Alex has in mind but feel free to respond or contact me privately if you are interested or have questions. 1 Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katieer 3 Posted April 6, 2014 Hi! I'm Katie. I'm currently going through all the pre-op work up but hopefully will have my surgery soon. I live in Middletown. I'd love to get to know people who are also on this journey. It's taken me years to get up the nerve to do this, but I'm only 39 & hope this will give me the health benefits to be around for a long time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hannysgrammy 42 Posted April 8, 2014 Hello, my name is Kelly. I live just south of Dayton but had my surgery in Cincinnati. I am interested in starting a support group in either city or somewhere in between, depending on interest. Weight loss info- I had VSG is June 2012 by Dr. Trace Curry. I have lost 100 pounds since then. I lost 65 before surgery. I have been stuck in the 250s for several months now and I am getting frustrated. I am trying to accept myself as a 16/18, which is much improved from a 28/30, but I still want to lose more weight. Most of the WLS patients in my life are not the best role models for the lifestyle and therefore not where I want to seek support (but could benefit from a group like this). The other handful I know or have met at support groups are all from the the same doctor. I am curious to meet people with different viewpoints and expectations, such as: various surgeries, level of success, length of time post-op, different doctors/dieticians. General info about me- I recently turned 30. It was a huge milestone for me and I had hoped to be at my goal weight by then but, as I said above, I'm stuck!!! I still felt super sexy at my birthday party! I am single, although losing the weight has definitely helped my love (and sex life). I am a teacher so I have many evenings free. Summer vacation is coming up and hopefully we could have a meeting before or during that time. Being a teacher, I am very organized, detail-oriented, professional and friendly. I love planning events and meeting new people, although I do not consider myself outgoing. That is why I would like to be a CO-leader and hopefully find someone else in the area who would like to help plan these events with me. Some thoughts about a local chapter- I imagine the first meeting being something rather informal (like a Panera) to hopefully meet people from this site (and bring friends) who would be interested in attending or planning meetings and events. We could even come up with a committee if we have enough interest. I would like to get others invited through word of mouth, Dr/dietician offices, Facebook, meetup.com, etc. A few ideas for acitivites would be meet n greets, "speed dating"- for friends or a singles event, walks at local parks, bike rentals at Riverscape/Winton Woods/etc, zumba classes or zumbathons (I have a good friend who is an instructor), recipe swaps or potlucks, professional speakers, social/family outings and more! I am open to any ideas! I am not sure what the next step is or what Alex has in mind but feel free to respond or contact me privately if you are interested or have questions. Hi. My name is Ki.. Am I'm finishing my cpap chapter. 18 more days to go then will meet with surgeon. I live in Marion Ohio with my husband Joe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Momma2nicknmike 4 Posted April 21, 2014 Hi! Did you all ever get a group going in this area? I live up around Dayton. I had my RNY surgery in Fla., but am now living in Ohio since my husband is in the military. I had surgery 3 years ago and have put back on a few pounds that I am working to take back off. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChickenLittle5 1 Posted April 22, 2014 I would be interested too. I am just pre-op, but I can use some pals. Janice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hannysgrammy 42 Posted April 22, 2014 Hi! Did you all ever get a group going in this area? I live up around Dayton. I had my RNY surgery in Fla., but am now living in Ohio since my husband is in the military. I had surgery 3 years ago and have put back on a few pounds that I am working to take back off. No I am just learning to use this and app. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex Brecher 10,515 Posted April 29, 2014 Please PM me if you'd like to lead or co-lead this support group! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kls3214 6 Posted May 2, 2014 I'm in Dayton and would love to have a support group. My surgeon's office has one but with my work schedule the meetings rarely work out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KAATNS 1,473 Posted May 13, 2014 I live in the area and would be interested in joining a support group. 1 catfish87 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kdotson 0 Posted May 17, 2014 I'd be interested in joining the support group. I'm in Cincinnati. Can you give me the details? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Momma2nicknmike 4 Posted June 24, 2014 I live near Dayton and would love to be part of a support group. I moved from another state, so I don't have my surgeon or anyone here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aunt Jacklyn 0 Posted July 18, 2014 Hi I was sleeved on June 17th and live in Springboro. I am interested in this support group. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ade7870 16 Posted July 27, 2014 Hi! My name is Andrea and I will be having VSG on August 27th. I'm anxious, scared, nervous, everything but sooo ready to start my journey!! I live between Cincinnati and Dayton and will be having my surgery in West Chester. Any advice/words of encouragement are greatly appreciated!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ade7870 16 Posted July 27, 2014 Hi! My name is Andrea and I will be having VSG on August 27th. I'm anxious, scared, nervous, everything but sooo ready to start my journey!! I live between Cincinnati and Dayton and will be having my surgery in West Chester. Any advice/words of encouragement are greatly appreciated!! When/where do you have local meetings? I would love to join! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kathywithakay 3 Posted August 16, 2014 Andrea, I was sleeved September 23, 2014 at West Chester Hospital! The best decision I have ever made. I have lost 142 pounds and now looking for information and recommendations for surgeons who take care of excess skin. I am in the Cincinnati area. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites