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[Geoff 11]

I haven't had the opportunity to meet Dr. Puri but if I need a GI doc, I will definitely keep him in mind.

[PRINCESSM 210]

Im in gloucester and would totally drive to Richmond for a meeting!!!

[swimbikerun 1,045]

Depends on when it is, couldn't get to Richmond unless on weekend.

[Deactivate 10]

I am in Northern VA - Alexandria, anyone in the area? Want to perhaps get together at a Starbucks or another good spot. (I am on liquid diet, post-op) open to setting up something.

[Geoff 11]

I'm down in Richmond. A little bit away from Alexandria. So how is post-op life? How are you feeling now? Much pain?

[swimbikerun 1,045]

Hmmm group in NOVA could meet and maybe Richmond and Hampton Roads meet in Williamsburg?

[Geoff 11]

I could be open to that.

[Deactivate 10]

Pain is minimal, honestly. Incision sites may be a bit irritated if they rub wrong. Or soreness if move in uncomfortable way or too quick. I was discharged without any pain medication. Gas discomfort is maybe the worst.

[Deactivate 10]

Northern VA please PM me if interested

[Geoff 11]

Pain is minimal, honestly. Incision sites may be a bit irritated if they rub wrong. Or soreness if move in uncomfortable way or too quick. I was discharged without any pain medication. Gas discomfort is maybe the worst.

That's great. My surgery is scheduled for September 15th and I've been a little apprehensive about it. Please post regularly. I am anxious to hear about your progress.

[Deactivate 10]

Not sure what facility you are going to, I went to Fair Oaks where I honestly had a great experience considering the situation. Attentive and helpful staff, good surgeon and watchful people. I had a rny GBP, with no hernia repair. And I have the six, about two inches each, incisions. Bonded with medical glue. Clear liquid diet three days pre-op, and liquid post op. I walked to the bathroom that evening, recovery was okay, a little nauseated, sore but numb, Tylenol via iv and roxycodone via mouth post op. If you have any specific questions, feel free to PM or post here.

[jenashu 4]

I'm 45 min west of Richmond, in Powhatan. Surgery was June of 2007. Trying to get back on track.

[swimbikerun 1,045]

How can we help?

[Stlgirl74 0]

Newbie here, I'm in Richmond!

[swimbikerun 1,045]

Welcome! Howdy from Hampton Roads.